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Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve
The District's motto, "Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve", forms the core of the District's vision statement and serves as a guiding principle for students and staff.
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Departments
A Qualified Team
The District's professional staff consists of more than 630 full time teachers, 80% of whom have advanced degrees. The faculty is complemented by a support staff of more than 500 skilled individuals.
Academics
Academics Spotlight
LMSD maintains one of the lowest class size averages in Pennsylvania. The student-to-professional staff ratio at the secondary level is 11:1 and average class size in the District is approximately 21 students.
Schools
Ten Schools of Excellence
LMSD's six elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools have all been recognized for excellence at the regional and national levels.
Community
Our Community
Lower Merion is a community characterized by a deep sense of civic pride and involvement -- and a passion for public education. In a recent survey, residents cited the community's convenient location and high-quality public schools as the two "best things about living in Lower Merion."

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HHS Parking Pass Applications

Jul 1 2020

The application window for a Harriton parking pass for SENIORS only will open on July 1, 2020 and close on August 28, 2020.

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June 25, 2020, Update from Supt. Copeland on Reopening

June 25, 2020, Update from Supt. Copeland on Reopening

Jun 25 2020

Supt. Copeland's provides an update to the school community about the ongoing work of planning to reopen schools.

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School Board Approves Health & Safety Plan for PIAA Sports

School Board Approves Health & Safety Plan for PIAA Sports

Jun 24 2020

At a special meeting of the Lower Merion Board of School Directors on Monday, June 22, 2020, the Board approved a Healthy and Safety Plan for Athletics. The Board's approval of this plan will enable teams to hold voluntary summer practices for fall sports, beginning on July 6, 2020.

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LMHS Virtual Commencement Video Playback

LMHS Virtual Commencement Video Playback

Jun 17 2020

To watch Lower Merion High School's Virtual Commencement Exercises, click here.

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Summer Meals for Children

Summer Meals for Children

Jun 16 2020

LMSD will be distributing free summer meals for children on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Lower Merion High School, starting June 22, 2020.

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