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IN THIS ISSUE: AUDITIONS FOR “CHILDREN OF EDEN” SET page 2
APRIL 15, 2020
SERVING THE LOCAL COMMUNITIES SINCE 1954
VOL LXI • NO 13
New Takes On Education By Leah Sintic
You’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who hasn’t felt the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one of the areas experiencing a massive adjustment is the education system. Public school, private school, student, teacher, parent - no one is exempt from the far-reaching repercussions after a statewide mandate closed schools in mid-March. School administrative teams across Lancaster County have had to adjust quickly, all while keeping the safety of students and the community at the forefront of their decisions. School districts countywide have ramped up their online communication portals, offering educational resources, food assistance information, answers to frequently asked questions, and critical updates. While
the game plan moving forward varies by educational institution, concern for the welfare of students presides across the board. For Mount Calvary Christian School (MCCS), a private institution in Elizabethtown, a brick-and-mortar shutdown has caused education to morph into a completely different format. However, it hasn’t changed the school’s mission to “Pursue Christ and Prepare Students,” which the administration and faculty are committed to fulfilling. Guided by an administrative team, the MCCS faculty members have spent countless hours transitioning their traditional classroom format into an online delivery. The new initiative rolled out effective March 23, allowing the entire student body to continue coursework online. “ We feel it is important to
challenge our students to keep moving academically,” explained MCCS superintendent Dr. Daniel Sheard. “We look at this as a new way to build student-teacher relationships.” Though the plan of action would be re-evaluated in the event the school closure mandate is lifted, MCCS faculty members are prepared to complete the duration of the year via the new remote delivery if necessary. Lancaster County Christian School (LCCS) also went live with its online format on March 23, providing assigned coursework for students in kindergarten through 12th grade in five core courses along with optional enrichment activities. The LCCS executive team shared its intent in a press release, stating, “LCCS is committed to providing a high-quality academic experience Schools around the county have adjusted their educational methods as part of the even during this time of crisis.” The response to the COVID-19 pandemic, and many students, such as those from See Education pg 5 Mount Calvary Christian School, are doing their learning from home.
Golf Tournament Set For June 15
Race Against Racism Goes Virtual
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The Race Against Racism, a fundraiser of the YWCA Lancaster that is believed to be the longestrunning consecutive race against racism in the country, announced on March 20 that the event will transition to a virtual race for 2020. The change is in alignment with guidelines from CDC health and government officials outlined to deal with the COVID-19 crisis and to prioritize the
Dr. Clair Dale Treese (fourth from left) presents a $6,300 check to campers and supporters of the GEARS Camp Ladybug Summer Program and Barry Acker (third from left), executive director of GEARS. The donation represents a portion of the proceeds from the 2019 Pinnacle Cup Team Match Play Tournament. This year’s golf event is scheduled to take place on June 15 at Royal Manchester Links in Mount Wolf. By Francine Fulton
The 19th annual Pinnacle Cup Team Match Play Tournament will take place on Monday, June 15, at the Royal Manchester Golf Links, 5700 Board Road,
Mount Wolf. Proceeds from the event will benefit the GEARS Camp Ladybug Summer Program. In the past 18 years, more than 500 players from nine states have played in the event, which has raised more than $83,000 for local charities.
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In response to COVID-19 restrictions, runners who choose to participate in the Race Against Racism sponsored by the YWCA of Lancaster may do so virtually. Participants may complete the 5K distance at any time until 11:59 p.m. on April 25.
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health and safety of runners and others. “Our mission must go on,” said Stacie Blake, chief executive officer of the YWCA Lancaster. “We are excited to provide a positive opportunity for our community to persevere and unite together virtually to take a stand against racism.” As a virtual race, the event technically began on March 25 at midnight and will run through Saturday, April 25, at 11:59 p.m. Those wishing to take part in the event are asked to run or walk 3.1 miles on a treadmill, trail, track, or road anytime before 11:59 p.m. on April 25. Those who complete the event will earn a commemorative T-shirt and reusable
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