Student Representatives to the Board of School Directors
Hello, Lower Moreland Community! We, the Student Representatives for the 2024-2025 school year, [Mia Dubin and Edona Selamaj], are excited to share with you the latest and most exciting update at Lower Moreland High School!
This past Wednesday, April 2nd, Super Bowl Champion and Philadelphia Eagle Jahan Dotson visited Lower Moreland High School! The high school students were thrilled to see him, with many repping their Eagles gear to show their Philadelphia pride. Jahan was very energetic and showed the students a fun day; he played games like cornhole with students, signed jerseys, took photos, and greeted the students that lined the hallways. His visit inspired students, especially athletes like the football players, that anyone has the capability to become great. We are so grateful toward Jahan for visiting our high school and reminding students the importance of hard work and how it pays off in the end!
LMHS Students collaborated with students from other Montco districts as part of Voices for Education to identify the issues that most impact students in the county and to set priorities for advocacy. They also listened to a panel of state legislators, including State Senator Maria Collett.
LMHS Students attended the Montgomery County Science Research Competition. Click here to see the results.
Curriculum & Community Engagement (Dr. Julie Henrich, Assistant Superintendent/Scott Cole, Dir. )
The office of teaching and learning is excited to share an exciting update about a recent enriching experience for our LMTSD Catalyst students! At the end of February, a group of our students had the opportunity to visit the University of Pennsylvania's campus for a day of collaborative learning and exploration.
The morning began with our students engaging in their regular regional meeting, focusing on fostering a strong sense of belonging within our schools. They had the chance to present their current projects and exchange valuable insights with students from neighboring districts. This collaborative environment allowed for a rich exchange of ideas and perspectives, fostering a spirit of innovation and shared learning.
Following the meeting, our students were privileged to explore the cutting-edge Penn Catalyst maker space and the VR/AR studio guided by Penn researchers. This hands-on experience provided them with a glimpse into the world of advanced technology and its potential applications. Our students were able to experience firsthand the tools and techniques being used in these innovative spaces.
To conclude their visit, the students enjoyed a campus tour, gaining insight into the vibrant academic and cultural environment of the University of Pennsylvania.
This visit was a resounding success, and we are hopeful that it marks the beginning of a fruitful and long-lasting partnership between LMTSD and Penn. We are committed to providing our students with opportunities to explore their passions and expand their horizons, and this collaboration is a significant step in that direction.
Human Resources/Public Relations (Cheryl Galdo, Esq., Director)
Independence Blue Cross and the Phillies want to recognize six extraordinary teachers in the region who make a difference in the lives of their students. These teachers will be invited to a game and receive an on-field recognition along with a $500 gift card and a Phillies jersey.
You can click here to submit a short nomination form. Deadline for submissions is April 13.
Special Education/Student Services (Frank Giordano, Director)
April is Autism Acceptance Month around the globe. While the month-long recognition was formerly known as Autism Awareness Month the title has recently changed to remove “awareness” and include “acceptance” to highlight a shift toward understanding, inclusion, and a celebration of neurodiversity to encourage true acceptance of individuals with autism.
Below are two websites that provide more information on the focus of the month, and information about autism, individuals with autism, and resources available.
https://autismsociety.org/autism-acceptance-month/
Technology (Prakash Patel, Director of Technology)
It’s an honor to join Lower Moreland Township School District as your Director of Technology! I bring 28 years of experience in education, with the last eight in administrative roles. I am eager to support our staff in leveraging technology to create engaging, inclusive learning experiences for all students. I look forward to collaborating with you and making a meaningful impact in our schools. On a personal note, my wife and I have two daughters, ages 19 and 17, and a dog named Ozzy (yes, he is named after Ozzy Osbourne!). My oldest is a freshman at Gwynedd Mercy University, majoring in Sports Management, while my youngest is a junior at North Penn High School.
I’m excited to get to know you all!
Children's Author to Visit Pine Road Elementary
Author and Illustrator Matt Phelan is coming to visit Pine Road Elementary School on April 10th to share with students how he comes up with the ideas behind such books as his Plum series and other award-winning, New York Times-bestselling creations.
This visit was arranged by Mrs. Ellen Zschunke, Pine Road's School Library Media Specialist.
Lower Moreland Township School District
Superintendent of Schools
Email: dbest@lmtsd.org
Website: www.lmtsd.org
Location: 2551 Murray Avenue, Huntingdon Valley, PA, USA
Phone: 215-928-0272