Hi, Lion Families! I'm honored to be taking part in my first district-wide newsletter since being appointed Superintendent. The past few months have flown by because the good times roll!

I've learned a lot over the past three months - first and above all else - I learned how much I love being back home at my alma mater. I’ve met many wonderful people, reconnected with old friends, and can’t wait to get to know more of our students, staff, and community members.

To keep you reading - I’ve decided to cut the fluff and get right down to business.

I have a clear, simple vision for the Red Lion Area School District. This vision complements our mission and has set my priorities for the coming months as your leader.

• Safe, secure, and healthy school environments for our students and staff.

• Quality education that results in high academic performance for all students.

• Open, honest communication to build an informed, connected, and engaged community.

Recently, we established a Student Advisory Council. This diverse group of students plays a vital role in understanding the hopes, dreams, needs, and challenges of our children.

Next, we want to establish a Citizen Advisory Committee. If you were a part of Don Dimoff’s Community Advisory Committee or Todd McCliman’s Comprehensive Plan Committee, you'll soon hear from me. In the weeks ahead, keep watch for a personal email inviting you to join our Citizen Advisory Committee!

If you weren't part of these groups but want to get involved, please sign up here. I have high hopes for this committee, and it's an assignment I want members to take seriously. I look forward to the productive, collaborative, and constructive work ahead, building a stronger LION community.

One last thing - and it's important - Thank you!

Thank you, Red Lion Area administrators, teachers, and staff. Your commitment to our District makes me excited for our students and our future. Go LIONS!

"Health is a state of body. Wellness is a state of mind." - J. Stanford

If you attend or listen to our school board meetings, you may have heard talk about our Student Wellness Program. This initiative is mandated by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, but it's a project we welcome! Not only do we welcome it - we're expanding it!

If we want to improve the health and wellness of our student body... we've got to start at the top... with the adults! Soon, we'll launch a new staff wellness committee. We're focused on supporting our teachers and staff right where they are while giving them access to new information, tools, and opportunities to enhance their overall health and well-being.

Attention RLASD Teachers and Staff! - We promise this wellness initiative isn't a punishment!

Our hope is that our new efforts maximize your benefits, and increase your levels of fun and fitness while helping you explore new ways of living a healthy lifestyle.

Speaking of healthy lifestyles... there's more to wellness than what you eat and how much you exercise (although we do believe nutrition and movement rank at the top of the list)!

There's a lot to learn, not just from each other but from other cultures and parts of the world!

• Watch this teacher from Japan teach us eight simple habits to make our lives so much better!
• Read about the Danish lifestyle taking over the world!
• Consider stealing these 11 Healthy Habits from Around the World.
• Check out this clip to see how the Blue Zones could add years and zest to your life!

Thanks for taking the time to learn from the world around us! But guess what?

Student and staff wellness isn't all that matters - we want everyone to get involved!

A healthy, well school district must be supported by a committed, engaged community to maintain successful practices and initiatives. Tell us your thoughts about health and wellness here.

Let's Stay Healthy LIONS!

"Wherever you go, go with all your heart." - Confucius

The end of our school year is drawing near.

With that comes the season of celebrating our seniors!

Commencement for the Class of 2023 will be held

Friday, May 26th at 6:45 on Horn Field (weather permitting).

With pride and anticipation, we look forward to our beloved Class of 2023 turning their tassel from left to right. The gesture of a graduate moving their tassel to the right symbolizes the success of their high school career, crossing over into the next stage of life.

To the Class of 2023 -

Red Lion will remain regardless of your next destination, adventure, or plan. Our relationship does not end with graduation; it simply changes form. You may no longer walk our school halls, but you are always welcome to return!

Whether it's help with education or employment needs in the future, support with life's inevitable challenges, or want to give back in some way to your beloved alma mater - All roads lead to Red Lion. Now go, become responsible, productive citizens, and know that your school community remains - and we can't wait to see you reach your greatest potential.

Congratulations, Class of 2023! Go LIONS!

"Together, may we give children roots to grow and wings to fly."

- Unknown

CLASS OF 2036 - The Countdown to Kindergarten has begun!

Does your family live within the Red Lion Area School District?

Will your child be five years old by August 31, 2023?

If you answered yes to these two questions - it's time to register your child for KINDERGARTEN! Getting your student ready for school this fall is easy!

You must do three things:

1. Complete the online registration.

2. Schedule a Kindergarten Screening Appointment NOW!

3. Keep watch (emails, District social media platforms, District website) for important dates, events, and more kindergarten readiness initiatives!

Kindergarten is an essential milestone in your child's life. We look forward to getting to know your Little Lion and building a positive relationship with your family.

If you have questions about registration or what's to come, we're here for you!

Contact Linda Wilkerson at 717-244-5550 or wilkersonl@rlasd.net.