Lampeter-Strasburg District News

Students Find Oasis in School Library

Martin Meylin's library ambassadors shelve books, give recommendations, and help librarians keep everything running smoothly. They also have a lot of fun!

Martin Meylin Students Take Part in 2020 MathCounts Competition

Ten Martin Meylin Middle School students participated in the 36th annual Regional MathCounts competition at Millersville University.

Musicians Advance to District and Regional Band Festivals

Dominic Brazzle and Jillian Pontz were selected to play in the 2020 District VII Band Festival. Jillian also will perform in the Region V State Band Festival.

Martin Meylin February Students of the Month Recognized for Responsibility

Twelve Martin Meylin students received nods from the school's creative arts teacher for embodying the characteristics of responsibility.

High School Announces February Students of the Month

Seniors Hannah Schultheis and Josh Horst, junior Bryce Johnson, and sophomore Savannah Keenen are recognized for their achievements in February 2020.

Winter Sports Roundup

Pioneer athletes competed in district and regional championships and Seth Beers scored his 1000th point in basketball during the 2020 postseason.

National School Breakfast Week Blasts Off March 2

We will join schools around the country to celebrate the most important meal of the day during National School Breakfast Week: March 2-6, 2020.

L-S Model UN Seeks Acts for Talent Show

The L-S Model UN is seeking applicants for the annual K-12 Talent Show. The show will be held in conjunction with the Pioneer of the Year competition on April 3. Please apply by March 8 if interested in auditioning.

Class Plans Activities to Benefit Bethany Children's Home

Eighth-graders in Mrs. Williard's sixth period language arts class are planning several activities to raise money for Bethany Children's Home, a Berks County facility for abused, neglected, and abandoned children and young adults.

Brodersen Named Finalist in National Merit Scholarship Program

Congratulations to senior Luke Brodersen, who has advanced to the Finalist level in the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program.

L-S Artists Win Scholastic, LCYA Awards

The Lampeter-Strasburg High School art department is excited to announce that more than two dozen students have been recognized in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and/or the Lancaster County Young Artist Awards this year.

Martin Meylin Crowns 2020 King and Queen of Hearts

Eighth-graders Bennett Wehibe and Kiera Knapp were crowned at the school's Valentine's Day dance on February 7.

Hoops for Heroes Nets $400 for Special Olympics
Shirts still available with donation

The February 5 Hoops for Heroes scrimmage, played at halftime during the varsity girls basketball game, raised $400 for the Special Olympics of Lancaster County. Several shirts are still available in the HS office for a donation of $5.

High School Names January 2020 Students of the Month

L-S High School faculty members selected a senior, two juniors, and a sophomore for honors based on their achievements in January 2020.

Martin Meylin January Students of the Month Chosen for Responsibility

Responsible students in grades 6-8 received recognition from Martin Meylin faculty as the January 2020 Students of the Month.

Athletes Pledge at NCAA Commitment Day

Nine seniors pledged to play sports at their colleges of choice during a NCAA Commitment Day ceremony on February 5.

Girls swimming wins first section championship

The girls swim team made history on January 28, defeating Ephrata to take home the district's first Section 2 championship!

Pioneer Wrestling: In This Family, No One Fights Alone

On January 22, Pioneer wrestlers held a benefit match with the theme "In This Family, No One Fights Alone." Coming alongside wrestling mom Sherry Cunningham, the team was able to raise over $1,000 for Help The Fight! and also supply 132 Chemo Care Bags for the Ann B. Barshinger Center.

Four Advance to District Orchestra
Public Concert at L-S on February 1

The Lampeter-Strasburg Orchestra program will host the 2020 PMEA District Orchestra Festival from January 31-February 1. The select seven-county group includes four L-S High School students.

Third Graders Circle the Wagons for Prosocial Assemblies

This video gives a glimpse inside third grade Circle the Wagons assemblies, at which students learn about and are rewarded for important soft skills like grit, kindness, and goal setting.

Berrios Wins Martin Meylin Geography Bee

Sixth grader Carlos Berrios took home the gold in the 20th annual Martin Meylin Geography Bee. The contest tested the knowledge of the top six geography scholars in each grade.

FFA Members Receive Awards at Mid-Winter Convention

Nine FFA members received Keystone Degrees and five received Jacket Scholarships at the 2020 PA FFA Mid-Winter Convention, which was held at the PA Farm Show.

L-S Musicians to Play in County Band Festival

Thirty student musicians - 15 from Martin Meylin Middle School and 15 from L-S High School - have been selected to perform in the 2020 County Band Festival on January 25 at Manheim Township High School.

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