Lancaster High School will be hosting a virtual Senior Night for the class of 2021 on September 29th and October 1st at 1pm and 6:30pm both days. Seniors will have the opportunity to plan for post-secondary options, learn about the college application process, discuss military opportunities, and more. You can join the virtual meeting at this link. For more... READ MORE >
Please join us at one of the available times for a Freshman Class Virtual Meeting. You can join by using the following link: meet.google.com/gqp-uxrk-tvr . We hope to see you there! READ MORE >
Please remember to do your part to keep our village healthy. READ MORE >
Free WiFi access is available to all LCPS students who are using LCPS issued Chromebooks in the parking lots of Lancaster Primary School and Lancaster Middle School. LCPS Chromebooks that are being used by any LCPS student will automatically connect to the WiFi while in the parking lot of these two schools. This option is not available in the high school parking... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, September 2, 2020 the Virginia Department of Health will offer the Tdap Immunization that is required for 7th graders before they attend any Virginia Public Schools. They will be providing these immunizations as a drive through event in the Lancaster Middle School bus loop. Please see the attached announcement for specific details.https://5il.co/kclr READ MORE >
We will no longer be administering the weekend SAT administrations on September 26th, October 3rd, and November 7th. Instead, we will be offering the SAT School Day administrations on Wednesday, September 23rd and Wednesday, October 14th. Registration for these tests will no longer occur online on the CollegeBoard website. Please contact Anne Yahl at... READ MORE >
Remember, the CDC recommendations to help protect yourself and others. READ MORE >
August 18, 2020 Good Evening LCPS Families, I wanted to take a moment to reach out to our families to remind you of our virtual open houses tomorrow and Thursday. You will learn what to expect with virtual learning this year and how to get started. The links to join are available on our website and on our Facebook pages. To best accommodate our families, our... READ MORE >
Dr. Williams from the Virginia Department of Health will be presenting at the regular August school board meeting tonight, 8/11/2020, at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be conducted in-person at Lancaster Middle School. This meeting will also allow virtual participation for the public. Now that the state of Virginia is in phase 3 we will be able to allow 30 additional... READ MORE >
The Three River's Health Department will offer free voluntary testing for current LCPS employees. There are two dates in which you can take advantage of the free drive-thru test. The VDH will be at Lancaster Middle School on August 6, 2020 from 10am-noon and again on August 12, 2020 from 10am-noon. Please print the preregistration form found in your email if... READ MORE >
UPDATED CHANGE TO LCPS REOPENING PLAN July 29, 2020 Good Evening LCPS Family, I would like to inform you of a change to our plan for reopening schools. As you know, the Commonwealth is experiencing a rise in Covid-19 cases throughout the Eastern Region. New guidance recently provided to school superintendents from the VDH would recommend LCPS enter the school... READ MORE >
LCPS has released our learning options for reopening our schools on August 24th. There will be more details provided at a later date regarding transportation, meals, technology, safety and much, much more. A virtual town hall will be scheduled for parents so there is an opportunity to get further information and ask questions. We want you to know that safety of... READ MORE >
Don't forget to log into the PowerSchool Parent Portal to update your child’s information for the 2020-2021 school year. A letter was mailed out a few weeks ago with detailed instructions along with your Parent Portal Access ID and Access Password. You will only need the Access ID and Access Password if you have never logged into the Parent Portal. Please contact... READ MORE >
The regular July school board meeting will be held on 7/14/2020 at 5:30 PM and will be conducted in-person at Lancaster Middle School. This meeting will also allow virtual participation for the public. Now that the state of Virginia is in phase 3 we will be able to allow 30 additional guests to attend in-person. It will be held in the LMS auditorium. This will be... READ MORE >
June 29, 2020 Dear LCPS Families, As a result of the current COVID-19 pandemic, there are many challenges that we are all facing. Unfortunately, our district also has recently experienced a death which impacts many of us. Mr. David Greek, LHS English teacher, passed away on Sunday, June 28th after a battle with an illness. Our district is prepared to provide... READ MORE >
This special school board work session and meeting for legal matters on 7/7/2020 at 5:00 PM will be conducted in-person at Lancaster Middle School. This meeting will also allow for virtual participation for the public. Now that the state of Virginia is in phase 3 we will be able to allow 30 additional guests to attend in-person. It will be held in the LMS... READ MORE >
The school board meeting, tonight, 6/9/2020, will be conducted in-person at Lancaster Middle School and will also allow for virtual participation for the public. Now that the state of Virginia is in phase 2 we will be able to allow 30 additional guests to attend in-person. It will be held in the LMS auditorium. This will be on a first come, first serve basis.... READ MORE >
Our school division has been made aware of the recent passing of a 2018 Lancaster graduate. Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to family and friends. For any student who needs support or someone to talk with, please reach out to your school counselor to set up a session. Our school counselors, school social worker, and school psychologist will be... READ MORE >
Check out the Rappahannock Record this week for messages from LCPS teachers and staff members. Click the links below to see it online. https://5il.co/g3rp https://5il.co/g3rn READ MORE >
Join the Rappahannock Record in celebrating the Class of 2020! READ MORE >
Lancaster County May 2020 School Board Meeting The school board meeting will be held via a Google Meeting for 5/12/2020 in accordance with the emergency ordinance adopted by Lancaster County, Virginia on April 1, 2020 . The meeting will start promptly at 5:30. This will be a listen only meeting. Any public comments should be emailed to jgravatt@lcs.k12.va.us... READ MORE >
May 4, 2020 Hello LCPS Families, LCPS began distributing hotspots and Chromebook loaners today to students who have completed a request form. Request forms are available on our website and a hard copy was mailed home with the most recent learning packets. You may still put in a request form if needed. Please contact your school principal if you have turned a form... READ MORE >
LPS is now registering students in Kindergarten for the 2020-2021 school year. Please contact Principal Daddario for more information. READ MORE >
Lancaster County April 2020 School Board Meeting The school board meeting will be held via a Google Meeting for 4/14/2020 in accordance with the emergency ordinance adopted by Lancaster County, Virginia on April 1, 2020 . The meeting will start promptly at 5:30. This will be a listen only meeting. Any public comments should be emailed to jgravatt@lcs.k12.va.us... READ MORE >
April 7. 2020 Hello LCPS Families! I just want to take a moment to update you on our progress. By the end of next week, we will be posting the ‘Lancaster County Public Schools Continuity of Learning Plan’ onto our website. As shared last week, we will continue with practice and enrichment of previously taught materials for the remainder of the year. Our... READ MORE >
LPS is now accepting applications for their 3 and 4 year old programs. READ MORE >
LCPS Families, I want to take a moment to provide you some much needed updates about the direction of our schools during this challenging time. All updates will continue to be posted on our websites, Facebook pages, and with our partners in media. As of now, Lancaster County Public Schools will continue to provide learning opportunities through packets and online... READ MORE >
Good Afternoon LCPS family, This is to announce two changes to our current meal program for children. Beginning the week of Monday, March 30th meal pick-up and deliveries will be on Mondays and Wednesdays only. We will continue to provide breakfast and lunch for all 5 days of the week. Meals for Friday will now be provided with Wednesday pick-up or delivery.... READ MORE >
Good afternoon LCPS Family, As you are aware by the order of our Governor, Virginia schools are now closed for the remainder of the school year. The Virginia Department of Education will provide additional guidance over the next twenty-four hours in regards to graduation requirements, high school credits and continuity of learning. We mailed home packets... READ MORE >
Click here for an article that will help you talk to your children about COVID-19. READ MORE >
This is an Academic Update from LCPS: As you are aware by order of the Governor, schools are closed for at least two weeks. During this time, we cannot require work or grade it. We can only provide opportunities for practice and enrichment. We have some unique challenges in providing equitable opportunities to all of our students to include opportunities for our... READ MORE >
Atlantic Broadband has made its WiFi network available for public use during our time of emergency. There are multiple locations available through out Lancaster county. This service is also being done through out their service area. Use this link https://atlanticbb.com/my-services/my-account/wifi-hotspots to see all WiFi access. Lancaster Locations:4372... READ MORE >
Meals for Lancaster Children Under the Age of 18 Lancaster County Public Schools will begin meal pick-up and delivery services on Monday, March 23rd. The hours for delivery and pick up will be 9:00am - 11:00am on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. (Mondays will include meals for Tuesday, Wednesdays will include meals for Thursday.) Pick-up locations will be LPS and... READ MORE >
Given that the closure of all public and private schools was intended to provide an opportunity for social distancing as a preventative measure to ensure the safety of students, staff, and the community, Lancaster County Public Schools will use that criteria to determine all decisions moving forward. At this time, all schools will remain closed to staff and... READ MORE >
The SAT that is scheduled for Saturday, March 14th has been cancelled. Our test window has been opened for May 2. Students who were scheduled to take the test on March 14th will receive refunds and will need to register again to take the May test. READ MORE >
In response to Governor Northam's order to close all K-12 schools in Virginia, LCPS will be closed March 16th-27th. We will continue to keep our parents, staff and community updated. READ MORE >
Message from Lancaster County Public Schools: Lancaster County Public Schools have been working diligently to ensure that we are monitoring and assessing updated information regarding the COVID-19 virus on a daily basis. We are taking additional proactive measures to keep buildings and classrooms disinfected and are updating our plan as needed upon receiving new... READ MORE >
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Click here for a printable copy of the LCPS 2020-2021 calendar. You can also access the calendar under Calendar in the Documents section. READ MORE >
Click the link below to read about the amazing Cyber Camp that some of our LHS students attended last summer. Photo courtesy of Radford University.https://www.radford.edu/content/radford-magazine/home/fall-2019/features/bay-to-blueridge.html READ MORE >
Lancaster County Public Schools is hiring! Call (804) 462-5100 or click the link below for more information! LCPS Job Listings READ MORE >
Parents/Guardians: Just a reminder that attendance is important! We have noticed a high number of absences on half days and days just prior to holiday breaks. We encourage all students to be in attendance next Tuesday so they do not miss an instructional day! Thank you for your support and commitment to your child’s education! READ MORE >
On November 25, 2019 cadets from the Air Force JROTC unit at Lancaster High School (VA-20064) participated in a wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Four cadet officers were selected to take part in the ceremony. These senior cadets were Cadet 1st Lieutenant Aleena Bryant, Cadet 1st Lieutenant Hailey Banes,... READ MORE >
We know how hungry students can be after a full day of learning. Lancaster High School will be offering healthy, satisfying dinner Monday through Thursday from 2:40 - 3:15. This will be free to all students starting Monday, 12/2/2019. We’re making sure all students up to the age of 18 can get the healthy food they need to power their afternoon hours and come back... READ MORE >
Congratulations to the LHS golf team for winning the Region A golf championship! Colby Sullivan was named region Golfer of the Year and Rich Ford was named region Coach of the Year.Photo Credit: Rappahannock Record READ MORE >
Has your child come home with or talked to you about a Chromebook? All of our students in grades 2 through 12 use Chromebooks in their classes each day. Our high school students all get a Chromebook to use not just in school, but they get to bring it home as well. Chromebooks are great devices for students and they go a long way to help prepare your children for... READ MORE >