✨ What's New for the 2026–2027 School Year? ✨
As we prepare for the new school year, we want to share why Lancaster School is becoming a phone-free school.
Our goal is simple: to create the best possible environment for students to learn, connect, and thrive. Research shows that reducing cell phone use during the school day leads to greater classroom engagement, stronger face-to-face relationships, and improved student well-being.
This year, students in grades 7–12 will use Yondr pouches to securely store their phones during the school day, while students in grades K–6 will place their phones, smart watches, and earbuds in a secure lock box in the main office until dismissal.
We are excited to see classrooms with fewer distractions, hallways filled with conversation, and students who are more engaged with their peers and learning. We also hope this change helps reduce the stress and pressures that often come with constant access to phones and social media.
Thank you for partnering with us as we work to create a school environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed.
ABSENCE REPORTING, GRADES, MEALS, ETC. - YOUR ONE STOP SHOP
School code for jmc: 0777
LATE STARTS: When school is two hours late, the start time is 10:12am.
High School students will be in 3rd hour class and should be IN THE classroom by 10:12am. THANK YOU!
ESEA (Title Program) Hotline contact information of the Office of Inspector General of the United States Department of Education:
Contact the OIG Public Affairs Office at (202) 245-6900, or email OIG Public Affairs. call (202) 669-8385.
MCA test results will be distributed to families in the fall at Parent Teacher Conferences. This data will be evaluated during District Data Team meetings; the information will assist in learning differentiation for our students.