About
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.
Board/Meetings
Agendas & Meeting Minutes
For board meeting agendas and minutes, please visit our BoardDocs site.
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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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Translations

Below are links for translations of common academic vocabulary used in various content areas.

New York State Department of Education - Translated Glossaries

Math: Grades 3-5

Math: Grades 6-8

Social Studies Terms

American History – Japanese

Science Terms

Life Science Terms - Japanese

Physical Science Terms - Japanese