October 20, 2026

LSHS Teachers Select September Students of the Month

Four student portraits and the text Lampeter-Strasburg High School September Students of the Month

Two sophomores and two seniors received L-S High School’s first honors of the school year. Teachers nominated Angelina Li and Asher Avigdor as Pioneer Superlatives, students who consistently exceed expectations by displaying persistence, determination, and motivation. Colleen McCachren and Addison Snader received Portrait of a Pioneer awards for excelling in communication, collaboration, critical thinking, resilience, intrinsic motivation, and a strong work ethic.

Congratulations to the September 2026 Lampeter-Strasburg High School Students of the Month!

Pioneer Superlatives

A profile card of Angelina Li. It includes her parents names (QianQing Li and Aile Chen) , hometown (Lancaster), which department nominated her (English), and a this quote: undefinedAngelinaundefineds performance is a living demonstration of what it means to be a student: one who is not only open to, and interested in learningundefined but one who also consistently strives for excellence.undefined

At LSHS, Angelina is an honor roll student who is a member of the marching band, concert band, jazz band, handbell choir, full orchestra, graduation orchestra, Pioneer Interact Club, STEM Club, Environmental Club, Cultures Club, Art Club, and the Pioneer Page Turners. In eighth grade, she was a double Burrowes Scholar winner for Orchestra and Art, and she’s received an honorable mention in the Lancaster County Young Artists (LCYA) awards. Outside of school, Angelina enjoys painting, drawing, making art, reading, and playing the violin, clarinet, piano, and saxophone in group ensembles. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in dentistry.

A profile card of Asher Avigdor. It includes their parent's name (Melissa Pierce), hometown (Lancaster), which department nominated them (Art), and this quote: undefinedAsher excels with equal skill and creativity across both two-dimensional and three-dimensional art media. Beyond technical talent, Asher is a kind, respectful person and an absolute joy to teach!undefined

At school, Asher is an honor roll student who is active in Art Club and GSA and plans to be inducted into National Art Honor Society this year. Asher spends time away from school volunteering at the Lancaster Creative Factory, and enjoys crocheting, knitting, cross-stitching, ceramics, reading, and going out with friends. After graduation, they plan to pursue a career that lets their creative and artistic talents shine.

Portrait of a Pioneer Awards

A profile card featuring a photo of Colleen McCachren, her parents' names (Damian and Vanessa), hometown (Lancaster), and this quote: undefinedColleen works so hard and consistently puts in her best effort. Her positivity is infectious undefined and her attitude works to support the whole class!undefined

At school, Colleen is on the bowling team and the softball team and is involved with the Morgan’s Message initiative. She also plays travel softball and enjoys spending time listening to music and hanging out with friends. After graduation, Colleen plans to continue her studies to become a Spanish teacher.

A profile card featuring a picture of Addison Snader, her parents' names (Caleb and Katrina), hometown (Lancaster), nominating department (World Language) and this quote: undefinedWhether in or out of the classroom, Addie consistently demonstrates strong communication, resilience, and a tireless work ethic, making her a top-notch role model for our entire school community.undefined

At LSHS, Addison is a member of National Honor Society and the Mini-THON executive committee, FCA, FCS, Sisterhood Club, Powderpuff, and the track and field team, where she’s a pole vaulter. When not at school, she works as a barista and enjoys being outdoors, traveling, hiking, and spending time with friends and family. Addison plans to attend college to study education and Spanish, with the goal of becoming a high school English teacher. She’s also interested in teaching English to students in other countries so she can travel the world.

Board Recognition

Four students and a school board member at a school board meeting

The Students of the Month were invited to attend the October 19 Board Workshop, where they received public recognition. Board member Kari Steinbacher presented their certificates.