While July might bring images of beach days and backyard barbecues, summer in Lawrence Township Public Schools is anything but quiet.
Behind the scenes, our dedicated staff is hard at work—planning, preparing, and training to ensure the 2025–2026 school year starts strong and safe.
This month, all members of our leadership team are receiving hands-on training in CPR, Stop the Bleed, EpiPen administration, and First Aid. We’re also crafting and practicing our district’s reunification plan to be fully prepared in the event of an off-site evacuation.
These efforts reflect our unwavering commitment to student safety. We hope we never need to use these protocols, but we know we must always be ready.
Our school buildings are also full of student activity, thanks to a variety of summer programs designed to keep learners engaged.
From Extended School Year (ESY) services to support students with individualized education plans, to music lessons, to our Eagles programming that provides academic enrichment and language development for our multilingual learners, LTPS is proud to offer high-quality summer learning opportunities that meet the diverse needs of our students.
July is also a time when many of our educators take part in professional development to sharpen their skills and deepen their knowledge, ensuring they’re equipped to meet the evolving needs of our students.
Significant planning and preparation also takes place this month to make sure our August New Staff Induction program is meaningful, welcoming, and impactful for those new to our LTPS family.
It is also a season of transition and growth within our LTPS family. We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Alyson Fischer will serve as our new Director of School Counseling and Student Support. Her compassionate leadership and expertise in supporting students’ social, emotional, and academic well-being will continue to benefit our entire district.
In addition, Sharin Rello, formerly the Assistant Principal at Lawrence Intermediate School, will be stepping into the role of Principal. Ms. Rello’s deep knowledge of the LIS community and her unwavering commitment to student success make her the perfect leader for this next chapter.
Looking ahead, we’re excited to begin work on the first project made possible by our successful referendum: the renovation of the 75 year old auditorium at Lawrence Middle School.
This project was named a top priority by our community, and we are proud to be turning that vision into reality. We invite all residents to stay engaged as the work begins. Please save the date for a Community Conversation on October 15, where we will share updates on the LMS auditorium and other upcoming projects—and, just as importantly, listen to your input.
Even in the summer, our mission remains clear: to build a school community where every student and family feels safe, supported, and seen. Thank you for being part of this work. This is more than a district—it’s a community. It’s a promise.
Dr. Robyn Klim is the superintendent of the Lawrence Township Public Schools.
