After School Director's Felony Charges, Here's How Lower Merion's Board Will Replace Her

Want to join the Lower Merion School Board before the next election cycle in 2027? Now's your chance.

Lower Merion School Board Member Resigns After Theft Charges

Jennifer Rivera misused over $50K of her former employer's funds on vacations, Amazon purchases and Bar Mitzvah filming, officials say.

Lower Merion Has PA's 8th-Best Public High School, Says U.S. News

U.S. News recently released its annual high school rankings. Here's how Lower Merion High School fared.

Lower Merion School Tech Policy Approved After Months Of Community Uproar

The meeting was virtual due to disruptions at prior meetings and alleged threats against the superintendent and School Board members.

$17M Student Data Breach Settlement May Benefit Lower Merion Families

Individuals must submit a claim for settlement earnings from a class-action lawsuit alleging a data breach involving educational software.

UPDATE: Lower Merion Cancels After-School Activities Due To Severe Weather

Students will be dismissed from school at the regular times, the district said.

Lower Merion Schools Closed Monday

All Lower Merion School District buildings will be closed Monday, but students will have a virtual instruction day.

Lower Merion Education Foundation​ Board Needs Members

Sought is a diverse group of passionate and committed residents/stakeholders from Lower Merion and Narberth to join the Board of Directors.

Lower Merion School Board Election 2025: Live Results

Check back here throughout the night for live election results in the Lower Merion School District board race.

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Jennifer Rivera: Lower Merion School Director Candidate Profile

Jennifer Rivera is asking for your vote in the Nov. 4 election as she is vying for a seat on the board of Lower Merion School Directors.

Jacob Rudolph: Lower Merion School Director Candidate Profile

At just 18-years-old, Jacob Rudolph is looking to bring youthful insight to the Lower Merion Board of School Directors. Meet him here.

Talia Nissim: Lower Merion School Director Candidate Profile

Talia Nissim is asking for your vote in the Nov. 4 election as she is vying for a seat on the board of Lower Merion School Directors.

Omer Dekel: Lower Merion School Director Candidate Profile

Meet Omer Dekel, who is running to become a new member of the Lower Merion School District Board of Directors.

Deena Pack​: Lower Merion School Director Candidate Profile

Deena Pack, 39, of Bala Cynwyd, wants your vote for Lower Merion School Director on Nov. 4.

See Ardmore, Merion, Wynnewood National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

These students are among 16,000 semifinalists who are in the running for some 6,930 National Merit scholarships worth nearly $26 million.

Free Breakfast Available For All LMSD Students

The Lower Merion School District is now offering free grab-and-go breakfast bags for all students at all schools. See details here.

See How Lower Merion High Schools Rank Statewide, Nationally

U.S. News & World Report released rankings of high schools across the nation. So how did Lower Merion and Harriton high schools fare?

LMSD Earns 'Great Pennsylvania School' Distinction From PA School Boards Association​

The Lower Merion School district has a 96.77 percent graduation rate, and 88.12 percent of graduates plan to attend a college or university.

Harriton Student Wins National Merit Scholarship

Only a tiny percentage of students around the country were selected as winners of the prestigious award.

LMSD Seeking Community Input On Playgrounds

Community input is important to ensure play spaces are inclusive, accessible, and responsive to the needs of all students.

Free Summer Meals Available For Kids In Lower Merion, Narberth

The Lower Merion School District and Narberth Community Food Bank are offering free breakfast and lunch meals to kids up to 18 years old.

Headscarf Leads To Dustup At Lower Merion High School Graduation

The student watched their own graduation via livestream separately after officials said they could not wear a keffiyeh at the ceremony.

Lower Merion School District Ranked Among PA's Best In New List

The Pittsburgh Business Times recently published its 2025 School Guide, ranking the best schools districts in PA. See Lower Merion's rank.

Main Line Students' Inhaler Concept Makes National Science Competition

A team of four freshman from Merion Mercy Academy recently won the regional stage of the competition, sending them to the national level.

2-Hour Delay For Lower Merion Schools Wednesday

Right At School early care and Community Swim for Wednesday are canceled, the Lower Merion School District said.

LMSD Cancels All After School Activities Tuesday

While the cancellation affects sports, clubs, and meetings, Right At School after-care/clubs will go on as normally planned.

Lower Merion School District Closed Thursday

Thursday's condition led the district to declare Thursday a traditional snow day and closes all schools and offices.

LMSD Ensuring 'Safety, Belonging' Amid Education Executive Order Fears

The district said "developing critical thinkers who respect themselves and others" is "necessary for the preservation of our country."

Illegal School Bus Passers In Lower Merion, Narberth To Be Fined $300

Those who pass a school bus that has its stop arm extended with lights flashing will be issued a civil fine of $300.

LMSD Included In School System Data Breach

The district's systems were accessed Dec. 21, 2024 when someone breached education software company PowerSchool​, according to officials.

Lower Merion School District Names New Superintendent

Dr. Frank Ranelli will become the superintendent in April, with Dr. Lawrence Mussoline serving as acting superintendent in the interim.

All Lower Merion School District Schools Closing Monday

Monday's scheduled Special Meeting of the Lower Merion Board of School Directors has been postponed to 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Racist Texts Sent To Lower Merion Students: District Officials

Numerous reports from various states have said black Americans were targeted by racist text messages addressing them as "slaves."

2 Lower Merion High Schools Among Best Philly In Suburbs: Philly Mag

Lower Merion and Harriton high schools were among the top 10 best in the region in a new ranking from Philadelphia Magazine.

Lower Merion School District Hosting Substitute Teacher Info Session

Those interested in becoming substitute teachers, substitute aides, and substitute instructional assistants should attend the session.

Dozens Of Lower Merion Students Named Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Lower Merion, Harriton, Friends Central School, and more students in the area have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists.

Community Survey Launched Amid LMSD Superintendent Search

As the Lower Merion School District works to find its new superintendent, community members are invited to weigh in on the process.

Lower Merion Area Teachers Can Get Free Wawa Coffee Through Sept 15

Wawa is launching its "Cheers to Classrooms" initiative Monday. Teachers and school staff can get a free any size coffee through Sept. 15.

Donate School Supplies In Lower Merion To Help Local Students

Many families in the region struggle to equip kids with school supplies. But you can help by donating to Montco's Back to School Drive.

Wynnewood Teacher Gives '101 Percent' Every Day: Teacher Spotlight

"She is uniquely able to tailor her curriculum to meet the needs of each child regardless of neurodiversity," the submitter wrote.