GET READY FOR THE FIRST DAY

We’re excited to welcome our 6th–12th grade students back to school! As you get ready for the year ahead, make sure you have the supplies you’ll need to start off strong.

Here’s what to bring on the first day:

• 2 one-inch binders
• Dividers
• Loose-leaf paper
• Backpack
• Pens and pencils
• Post-its
• 4 folders

A little preparation goes a long way. Get your supplies together, come ready to learn, and let’s make this a great school year together.

We can’t wait to see you!

DAY 1: IN THE BOOKS.

And what a day it was!

Our first day back at LAPCS was filled with energy, excitement, new beginnings, and plenty of familiar faces back in the building. From morning arrival to classrooms, conversations in the hallways, getting reacquainted with teachers and classmates, and settling into the rhythm of a new school year, Day 1 gave us plenty to celebrate.

Today was about more than just getting back into a routine. It was about reconnecting, building community, and starting the year together.

We’re officially off and running. Here’s a little photo dump from Day 1!

Welcome back, LAPCS. Let’s make this a great year. #LeonesPride

Today, our staff came together for ALICE Training with the Lancaster Bureau of Police.

Our team learned valuable strategies and information to help us be better prepared to keep our students, staff, and school community safe. We appreciate the time, knowledge, and expertise shared with us throughout the training.

We learned a lot, asked great questions, and even had a great time together along the way!

Thank you to the Lancaster Bureau of Police for partnering with us and helping our team stay prepared, informed, and ready to respond.

#LaAcademia #LeonesPride #ALICETraining #SchoolSafety #CommunityPartnership

PARENTS & FAMILIES: PLEASE READ!

A recent fire in our city on August 5 injured two people and destroyed two homes. The reported catalyst was a squishy dumpling toy, prompting a safety warning from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC).

PLEASE DO NOT SEND THESE TOYS TO SCHOOL. They may be counterfeit and can contain flammable chemicals that can cause burns, injuries, and fires. Social media challenges involving freezing, heating, or eating these toys are also extremely dangerous and should NEVER be attempted.

Parents, please check your children’s toys:
• Watch for strong chemical odors, leaking, stickiness, or tears
• Be cautious of unusually cheap products or poor-quality packaging
• Keep these toys away from heat, microwaves, flames, and hot vehicles
• If a child experiences a rash, hives, burns, or difficulty breathing, stop using the product immediately and seek appropriate medical attention
• If you have one, please keep it at home and do not send it to school.

Disposal: Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority recommends double-bagging these toys and placing them in your regular household trash.

NOT ALLOWED AT SCHOOL.

We appreciate our families helping us keep our students and school community safe. 🦁❤️

#LAPCS #LeonesPride #SchoolSafety #ParentAlert #CommunitySafety #KeepOurKidsSafe

JUNIORS & SENIORS — THIS ONE IS FOR YOU!

Are you interested in music, entertainment, technology, design, engineering, business, or working behind the scenes at live events?

Rock Lititz is giving high school students the opportunity to experience the LIVE event industry firsthand!

Experience LIVE: High School at Rock Lititz
Wednesday, November 4
8:30 AM–1:30 PM
Rock Lititz Campus

Students will get hands-on experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and the chance to connect with professionals working in the live events industry.

Applications open August 24 and close October 5.

Space is limited, so if you're a junior or senior who is curious about careers beyond the traditional path, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss!

Interested? Talk to our School Counselor, Pam Terry for more information and application details.

Pam Terry
Pterry@lapcs.org
School Counselor

7th & 8th Grade Orientation Reminder

Good afternoon, 7th & 8th Grade Families!

Just a reminder that 7th & 8th Grade Orientation is today at 4:00 PM. We encourage all families to arrive by 3:45 PM so you have time to check in, get settled, and be ready for the session to begin promptly at 4:00.

Please note that today's orientation is specifically for our 7th and 8th grade students and families. If you have multiple children attending La Academia, today's information and activities will focus on your 7th or 8th grade student.

We’re excited to welcome our 7th & 8th grade families and look forward to seeing you all.

6th Grade Orientation Reminder

Good afternoon, 6th Grade Families!

Just a reminder that 6th Grade Orientation is today at 4:00 PM. We encourage all families to arrive by 3:45 PM so you have time to check in, get settled, and be ready for the session to begin promptly at 4:00.

Please note that today’s orientation is specifically for our 6th grade students and families. If you have multiple children attending La Academia, today’s information and activities will focus on your 6th grade student.

We’re excited to welcome our newest 6th grade families and look forward to seeing you this afternoon!

ORIENTATION REMINDER

We’re excited to welcome our students for orientation!

6TH GRADE
Thursday, August 13
4:00 PM
Please arrive by 3:45 PM so you can check in and stay for the entire orientation. Orientation will run approximately 2 hours.

9TH–12TH GRADE
Friday, August 14
4:00 PM
Students who were unable to attend orientation last week are strongly encouraged to attend. Please arrive by 3:45 PM so you can stay for the entire orientation, which will run approximately 2 hours.

During orientation, students will have the opportunity to:
• Select their electives
• Get their school picture taken
• Receive important information to help prepare for the school year

We look forward to seeing you and getting everyone ready for a great school year!

*Urgent Update*

Due to the severe storms in our area, we will be rescheduling tonight's (August 5, 2026) 4:00 PM Student Orientation and Picture Day session.

The safety of our students, families, and staff is our top priority. We will announce the rescheduled date and time as soon as possible.

Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.

#LionsPride

Reminder

We’re looking forward to seeing all of our 10th grade students for Orientation and Picture Day today!

Families may choose to attend either the 9:00 AM session or the 4:00 PM session.

9:00 AM Session: Please arrive by 8:45 AM so you have time to check in, enjoy a light snack and refreshments, and be ready to begin orientation promptly at 9:00 AM.

4:00 PM Session: Please arrive by 3:45 PM so you have time to check in, enjoy a light snack and refreshments, and be ready to begin orientation promptly at 4:00 PM.

Orientation will last approximately 2 hours, and students will also have their school picture taken during their visit.

We’re excited to welcome our 10th graders back and continue an amazing start to the school year. We’ll see you today!

#LionsPride

Reminder!

We’re looking forward to seeing all of our 9th grade students for Orientation and Picture Day today!

Families may choose to attend either the 9:00 AM session or the 4:00 PM session.

9:00 AM Session: Please arrive by 8:45 AM so you have time to check in, enjoy a light snack and refreshments, and be ready to begin orientation promptly at 9:00 AM.
4:00 PM Session: Please arrive by 3:45 PM so you have time to check in, enjoy a light snack and refreshments, and be ready to begin orientation promptly at 4:00 PM.

Orientation will last approximately 2 hours and students will also have their school picture taken during their visit.

We can't wait to welcome our newest high school class and kick off an amazing school year. See you today!

#LionsPride

Reminder! We’re looking forward to seeing all of our 11th & 12th grade students at our 4:00 PM Orientation today.

This two-hour orientation will start promptly at 4: 00 p.m. Please plan to arrive by 3:45 PM so you can check in, grab a light snack and refreshments, and get settled before we begin.

We can’t wait to welcome you back and kick off an amazing school year!

Reminder

Today is 11th & 12th Grade Orientation and Picture Day at La Academia Partnership Charter School.

Monday, August 3
Times: 9:00 AM or 4:00 PM

Students will:

* Attend orientation
* Take their school picture
* Select their electives

Please arrive a few minutes early and be ready for a great start to the school year.

We can't wait to welcome our upperclassmen back!
#LionsPride #BackToSchool

IMPORTANT DATES ARE HERE!

The start of the school year is almost here! Please review the schedule below for student pictures, elective selection, and grade-level orientations.

Monday, August 3
11th & 12th Grade Pictures / Elective Selection
9:00 AM or 4:00 PM

Tuesday, August 4
9th Grade Orientation
9:00 AM or 4:00 PM

Wednesday, August 5
10th Grade Pictures / Elective Selection
9:00 AM or 4:00 PM

Thursday, August 13
6th Grade Orientation
4:00 PM

Friday, August 14
7th & 8th Grade Orientation
4:00 PM

We look forward to welcoming our students and families back for another great school year. Please save this post and make plans to attend your scheduled date and time.

#LionsPride #BackToSchool #WelcomeBack

Please Join Us in Welcoming Our New Executive Director!

La Academia Partnership Charter School is excited to welcome Ms. Garcia as our new Executive Director!

With more than a decade of experience in education and school leadership, Ms. Garcia brings a passion for student success, educational excellence, and building strong relationships with families and the community. As a bilingual educator and doctoral candidate in Educational Leadership at Lehigh University, she is committed to helping every student thrive and leading our school into an exciting new chapter.

We are thrilled to have Ms. Garcia join the LAPCS family and look forward to the positive impact her leadership will have on our students, staff, and community.

Please join us in welcoming Ms. Garcia to La Academia!

#WeAreLAPCS #Leadership #SchoolCommunity #LAPCSFamily #Welcome

📢 Board Meeting Update 📢

Please note that the LAPCS monthly Board of Trustees meeting has been rescheduled.

**New Date:** Wednesday, **July 29**
**Time:** **4:30 PM**

The meeting was originally scheduled for **July 22** and has been moved to accommodate scheduling needs.

Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing those who plan to attend on **July 29 at 4:30 PM**.

📢 Monthly School Board Meeting Reminder 📢

The La Academia Partnership Charter School Board of Trustees will hold its monthly board meeting on:

📅 Wednesday, June 25, 2026
🕟 4:30 PM
📍 La Academia Partnership Charter School

Board meetings are an important part of the work that helps guide our school, support our students, and plan for the future.

We appreciate the continued dedication of our board members and school leadership as they work to strengthen the LAPCS community.

Reminder: We have a school board meeting tomorrow, 5/27, at 4:30 PM.

We appreciate the continued leadership, planning, and support that helps move our school community forward as we close out another strong school year.

During the months of April and May, students in grades 6-8 will be taking the PSSA tests. The Pennsylvania Department of Education mandates middle school students take the Pennsylvania System of School Assessment (PSSA) in Mathematics and English Language Arts, with Grade 8 also participating in the Science assessment.
For this academic year, LAPCS Middle School has scheduled the PSSAs on the following dates:
• English Language Arts: April 22 and 23 (Wednesday & Thursday)
• Science: (Grade 8 only): April 28 (Tuesday)***
• Mathematics: April 29 (Wednesday)
• Makeup Dates: April 30 and May 1st (Thursday & Friday)
During testing, LAPCS will have a modified schedule: Early dismissal at 12:30 for high school students (note: buses will run normally, so anyone without a ride or not walking will remain in the building until 3:00); middle school will have lunch, followed by PSSA testing in the afternoon.
***No early dismissal for PSSA Science.