Superintendent's Briefing
Central Dauphin School District | April 2025
Two East High department members-Mahala Sam-Clarke and Cindy Raney – worked together to create a Donors Choose project and added a PCR Machine to our Science Department. Mrs. Sam-Clarke organized the Donors Choose and Mrs. Raney determined the supplies required (samples, enzymes) and we were able to use some remaining Science budget money to purchase those.
Yesterday, East Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society took action to make a difference in our community! Students spent the afternoon cleaning up Kohl/Lingle Park, and while there was plenty of trash to tackle, our NJHS crew was up for the challenge.
Together, we helped restore the beauty of this special space and showed what teamwork and community pride can do.
Select middle school students participated in PMEA District 7 String Fest that was held at Mountain View Middle School in Cumberland Valley School District. Great job representing us well!
What region of Central Dauphin do you represent and what is your connection to the school district? I represent Region 1. We have lived in Region 1 since 2004. My son currently goes to Central Dauphin East High.
What is your profession? I was a pharmacist but decided to stay home with my kids.
What do you like to do in your free time? I like to read, travel, do puzzles, watch late night comedy, and spend time with family and friends.
Tell us a little bit about your family. I have been married to my husband, Ron, for close to 20 years. We have a son and a daughter. As I said earlier, my son goes to EHS. Despite being dyslexic, he is now thriving academically and loves his devoted teachers. The music and theater departments have provided him with many amazing experiences. He has faithfully watched all the school board meetings since he was in middle school and his interest and the background knowledge I had gained from listening to him is why I thought I might be a good person to fill the Region 1 seat when the previous board member resigned.
What do you hope to accomplish/and your hopes for the future of education/CDSD Community?
I would like to see consistency in education and opportunities for all our students at all our buildings. I would also like to see more support for our teachers who are tasked with way more than just educating nowadays and I'd like to see earlier screening and support for our students with learning differences and other challenges.
East High and CD High in collaboration with Hamilton Health Center are offering FREE vaccine clinics for high school students who are missing vaccines that are required for school attendance. The clinics will be offered on May 28th (EHS) and May 29th (CDHS) during school hours. You must register your student in advance, but parents do not have to be in attendance on the day of the clinic. Currently, this clinic is ONLY for high school students.
If your student is missing required vaccines, you will receive a letter from your school nurse at your home. Please contact the nurse at your student's school to register for the clinic or if you have any questions.
East High nurses (Mrs Foran and Mrs Berman): 717-541-1662 ext. 5
CD High nurses (Mrs Bechtel and Mrs Morris): 717-703-5360 ext. 5
For more information, Visit the Kindergarten Registration Area of the website. or select the image to the right. If you have questions, please contact the Central Registration Office at 717-545-4703, ext. 70257
