Lakota’s Curriculum and Special Education Departments are hosting an event for parents who wish to better understand the Third Grade Reading Guarantee state law and its impact on K-3 students.

Lakota will hold a Community Conversation on Oct. 25 to discuss the stresses and anxieties on students, and the roles of parents, schools and the community in helping students deal with them.

Almost as a symbol of this year's new approach to the annual district-wide food drive for Reach Out Lakota, the "Stuff the Bus" community drive kicked off at the East vs. West football game Sept. 29.

Lakota Local Schools is proud to share the first edition of a new monthly video update, "A Look Around Lakota." The October edition features just some of the latest highlights and happenings around Lakota, as shared by Lakota Superintendent Matthew Miller.

Are you looking to get more involved with your child's school or other schools around Lakota? Are you looking for work that is flexible and follows school hours?

The Champions for Change Program is launching a monthly newsletter highlighting the activities of this cultural proficiency training program for Lakota staff. The program, now in its second year, offers staff the skills and strategies they can use in the classroom to better understand potential barriers and partner with families for the best possible outcome for all students.

Two local groups are hosting "Meet the Candidates" events for this year's candidates to the Lakota Board of Education. Both events are open to any West Chester or Liberty Township resident.

Lakota band students will have a chance to join alongside other talented band students from across the area – and across the state – as part of honor ensembles and orchestras.

Exciting news for Lakota -- the district was just accepted into the National Network of Innovative School Districts. Only 93 school districts nationwide are part of the league. Here's a joint press release from Digital Promise and Lakota with the details.