Laura E. Richards Elementary

08/21/2026

September lunch menu

08/14/2026

HealthReach Community Health Center

HealthReach Opens Gardiner Area High School “Tiger” Health Center Gardiner — HealthReach is...

08/14/2026

It's almost the 1st day of school!! Summer letters went out today but if you're like me and can't wait to shop for those school supplies here are the grade level supply lists for you again.
See you all soon!

08/12/2026

Open House at LER

We are excited to welcome all our new and returning students into the building on Wednesday, August 26th.

K - 2 Families : 4:30-5:30pm
PreK Families: 5:30-6:30pm (Ms Douin); 6:30-7:30pm (Mrs Ellis)

08/05/2026

Pre-K Teacher – Tiny Humans, Big Impact!Do you love glitter, giggles, and guiding young learners toward success? Can you manage a caseload with the same skill you use to locate a missing shoe, comfort a sad friend, and explain why crayons are not a food group? If so, we may have the perfect position for you!We're Looking For:A passionate Pre-K Teacher with Special Education Certification who is ready to provide direct instruction, support individualized learning needs, collaborate and supervise an ed tech team, and serve as a case manager for our youngest students. You'll help children build foundational skills while celebrating every milestone—from recognizing letters to successfully sharing the last blue marker.What You'll Do:Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate direct instruction to Pre-K students.Develop and implement individualized educational plans and supports.Serve as a case manager, coordinating services and collaborating with families, specialists, and staff.Track student progress with detective-level attention to detail.Create a classroom environment where curiosity is encouraged, mistakes are learning opportunities, and every child feels valued.Master the art of answering 47 questions before 9:00 a.m.What You'll Bring:An ability to be conditionally or professionally certified as a special educatorKnowledge of early childhood development and special education best practices.Strong organizational and communication skills.Patience, flexibility, and a sense of humor.The ability to tie tiny shoes, accept pretend food graciously, and admire artwork that may or may not be upside down.Bonus Points If You:Can read a story with dramatic flair worthy of a Broadway audition.Know the difference between a "real emergency" and a "ladybug emergency."Understand that finding a lost stuffed animal may sometimes be the most important task of the day.What You'll Gain:Daily high-fives.Unfiltered compliments.Front-row seats to remarkable growth and learning.The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of young children and their families.If you're ready to combine professional expertise with creativity, compassion, and a healthy appreciation for finger paint, we'd love to hear from you. Join us in helping our youngest learners thrive—one alphabet letter, one happy dance, and one successful day at a time!Please share with anyone you think might be interested in this exciting opportunity!

08/05/2026

Bell-To-Bell Ban - student personal electronic devices.

To access an important letter from MSAD11 Superintendent Kady Gould regarding the "Bell to Bell" Po...

06/23/2026

Here are LER supply lists for the coming school year, including the third grade list for our friends moving on to River View!

06/15/2026

Tiger Food Pantry Summer Hours 2025 2026.

06/12/2026

MONDAY, June 15th is an early release and our LAST day of the '25/26 school year.
We welcome second grade families to join us for the Grade 2 clap out at 11:40am.
Thank you for an amazing year!

06/02/2026

Your Voice. Your Schools. Your Vote.

Your Vote Shapes Our Future On Tuesday, June 9, residents of our community will have the opportunit...