South Hanover Elementary School

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The 2026-2027 Lower Dauphin Online District Calendar has been updated!

Use the online calendar to view important dates, events, and activities. Remember you can also toggle specific schools to customize your view and see what’s happening at your student’s school.

Check it out and start planning for the year ahead!

Link: https://www.ldsd.org/calendar-43

🚨BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT: KINDERGARTEN ONLY BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT FOR SOUTH HANOVER WILL BE ON AUGUST 19TH FROM 6-7PM 🚨

GRADES 1-5 WILL BE ON AUG 20TH 6-7PM.

📅 Mark your calendars, Falcons!

The start of the 2026-2027 school year is just around the corner! Be sure to save these important dates for Open Houses, Back to School Nights, and Meet the Falcons as we get ready to welcome students and families back to Lower Dauphin.

We can't wait to see everyone soon!

2026 Lower Dauphin Youth Cross Country Registration Form Within this form you will fill out the pertinent information for your child/children to participate in the Lower Dauphin Youth Cross Country Program. Cost of the program is $35 per child. REGISTRATION CLOSES FRIDAY, AUGUST 21st, 2026 @ 11:59 PM. Cash or Check Payment to: LDXCTF Booster Club CASH AND...

TRANSPORTATION REMINDER: The Lower Dauphin School District will once again use Stopfinder to share student transportation information for the 2026-2027 school year.

✅ Already have a Stopfinder account? No action is needed! Simply log into the app and wait for your student's bus route information to appear once routes are finalized in early-mid August.

📧 New to the district or haven't registered before? Invitations will be sent to your primary email address between August 3-14. Please make sure your email address on file with the district is current by July 26.

Stopfinder is also the district's primary way of communicating transportation updates, delays, ect.

Questions? Contact the Lower Dauphin Transportation Department at (717) 566-5340 or [email protected].

POWER OUTAGE: Due to an unexpected power outage, the District Administration Center (DAC) is closed today. In addition, external phone lines are currently unavailable districtwide. We appreciate your patience and understanding as this issue is being addressed.

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK: This week, we recognize our amazing teachers and all of the dedicated staff who support our students every day. It takes all of you to make Lower Dauphin such a special place.

We are grateful for the passion, professionalism, and heart our staff brings to their work every single day. Thank you for all that you do to support our students and strengthen our community.

PRINCIPALS' APPRECIATION DAY: Lower Dauphin is stronger because of the incredible leaders in our buildings. Our principals go above and beyond every day supporting students, empowering staff, and building positive school communities.

We’re grateful for the time, energy, and heart you put into your work. Thank you for everything you do!

NATIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY: Today we celebrate our incredible administrative professionals who keep the district running smoothly every single day.

From greeting families and supporting students, to managing the countless details behind the scenes, your dedication, organization, and care do not go unnoticed. You are often the first friendly face people see and the steady support that keeps everything moving forward.

Thank you for your professionalism, your patience, and the vital role you play in our schools and offices. We are truly grateful for all that you do.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 💙