Welcome to Lower Merion School District!
Established as one of Pennsylvania's first public school districts in 1834, LMSD enjoys a rich tradition of achievement, innovation & community partnership and has earned a longstanding reputation as one of the finest school systems in the United States!
Black Rock Spotlight recently took center stage with five performances of Seussical the Musical! Filled with whimsy, heart and plenty of Seussian flair, the production showcased the talent, creativity and hard work of the student cast and crew!
LMSD is proud to recognize April as Arab American Heritage Month — a time to celebrate the rich history, cultures, achievements and contributions of Arab Americans while helping raise awareness and understanding of their diverse communities and experiences!
Lower Merion High School’s Black Student Union (BSU) hosted its fourth annual Shades of Black Showcase, bringing together students, staff, families and community members for an evening celebrating Black history, culture and identity through music, speech, storytelling, dance and poetry!
Harriton's auditorium was filled with community spirit as students took the stage for the 19th Annual Dr. Harriton talent competition—an evening that raised $70,000 for charity and saw senior Julia Paulat make history as the first female champion in the event’s 19-year run!
Junior Elliott Boldin took home the title of Amazing Ace at the 16th annual installment of this fun-filled philanthropic competition, as the LM community raised more than $14,000 for a collection of worthy causes!
Since November, kindergarteners in Mrs. Kooperman’s class at Penn Valley have been collecting egg cartons to create an imaginative “igloo” — or “egg-loo,” as they proudly call it — as part of a Purposeful Play learning block!
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![Harriton's five NSBE Jr. students all kneel together for a photo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775753896/lmsdorg/fgykyx0ge92yhfinlwin/Untitleddesign41.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775753896/lmsdorg/fgykyx0ge92yhfinlwin/Untitleddesign41.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775753896/lmsdorg/fgykyx0ge92yhfinlwin/Untitleddesign41.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775753896/lmsdorg/fgykyx0ge92yhfinlwin/Untitleddesign41.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1775753896/lmsdorg/fgykyx0ge92yhfinlwin/Untitleddesign41.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775753896/lmsdorg/fgykyx0ge92yhfinlwin/Untitleddesign41.png","width":1856}])
Students representing Lower Merion School District’s National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) Jr. chapter turned in a remarkable performance winning a trio of high-profile awards while qualifying to compete in Worlds.
![Collage of two images: Welsh Valley's two students who qualified for worlds smile for a photo; the BRMS and HHS teams smile for a group photo in the gym with their awards. Text reads LMSD Robotics Teams Shine at States as Dragons, Royals & Rams Qualify for Worlds]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775671965/lmsdorg/laxdepgvhdd0ksr0e88u/1_4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775671965/lmsdorg/laxdepgvhdd0ksr0e88u/1_4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775671965/lmsdorg/laxdepgvhdd0ksr0e88u/1_4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775671965/lmsdorg/laxdepgvhdd0ksr0e88u/1_4.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1775671965/lmsdorg/laxdepgvhdd0ksr0e88u/1_4.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775671965/lmsdorg/laxdepgvhdd0ksr0e88u/1_4.png","width":1856}])
Students from Welsh Valley, Black Rock and Harriton delivered an impressive showing at the VEX Robotics Eastern PA Push Back State Championship, as each school punch their ticket to the World Championships.
![The Lower Merion Liberty Girls ice hockey team poses for a picture on the ice with their championship trophy and gear]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1775485105/lmsdorg/mbakuad1brsoxmzpyu4w/Untitleddesign39.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1775485105/lmsdorg/mbakuad1brsoxmzpyu4w/Untitleddesign39.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1775485105/lmsdorg/mbakuad1brsoxmzpyu4w/Untitleddesign39.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1775485105/lmsdorg/mbakuad1brsoxmzpyu4w/Untitleddesign39.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1775485105/lmsdorg/mbakuad1brsoxmzpyu4w/Untitleddesign39.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1775485105/lmsdorg/mbakuad1brsoxmzpyu4w/Untitleddesign39.png","width":1856}])
The Lower Merion Liberty girls ice hockey team made history by capturing the 2026 Flyers Cup Championship, the first in program history, with a 3-1 victory over Avon Grove at PNY Sports Arena!
![Collage of four images: three students smile for a photo as they read books in Harriton's library; two smiling students hold up books in the LMHS library; a student reads a book intently; and BR librarian Dr. Nichols poses for a picture with author Sharon Flake]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1774624198/lmsdorg/xjxittytsnpn6we6kcjc/SchoolLibraryMonthThumbnail.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1774624198/lmsdorg/xjxittytsnpn6we6kcjc/SchoolLibraryMonthThumbnail.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1774624198/lmsdorg/xjxittytsnpn6we6kcjc/SchoolLibraryMonthThumbnail.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1774624198/lmsdorg/xjxittytsnpn6we6kcjc/SchoolLibraryMonthThumbnail.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1774624198/lmsdorg/xjxittytsnpn6we6kcjc/SchoolLibraryMonthThumbnail.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1774624198/lmsdorg/xjxittytsnpn6we6kcjc/SchoolLibraryMonthThumbnail.png","width":1856}])
April is School Library Month, a time to recognize the vital role school libraries play in supporting student learning, fostering a love of reading and helping students develop the research, media literacy and critical thinking skills they need to succeed!