Author: Amber Whetstine
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The D38 difference | D38 Leadership Update
The 2025–26 school year has come to a close, and the final weeks were filled with positive, celebratory moments. Students shared magnificent performances on the stage, competed with heart in athletic contests, and showcased excellence in academics at events on our campuses. Every moment in our schools tells a story, and as we close the…
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Spring a time for celebrations | D38 Leadership Update
It’s hard to believe we are about two months away from the end of the 2025–26 school year. This year has included many awards and accolades for our students and staff, and spring is a time when we gather for celebrations in our schools and recognize that D38 is an amazing place. As always, I…
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D38 a good choice | D38 Leadership Update
It’s that time of year when families begin planning for next school year, and we invite every family in our area to consider Lewis-Palmer School District 38. D38 is an excellent choice for many reasons, including ranking as one of the state’s top-performing school districts. Our mission is to develop each student’s talents in a…
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Back from the break | D38 Leadership Update
Students and staff are back in classrooms learning after winter break. I’m excited to see what we accomplish this semester! Lewis-Palmer School District 38 is a wonderful place to learn, and this time of year provides a great opportunity to spotlight what our district has to offer. Each January and February, we enter the choice…
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First snow day waits until December | D-38 Leadership Update
December began with welcoming two new directors to our Board of Education. Ginger Schaaf now represents Director District 3, and Tim Bennett represents Director District 1. Our newly assembled Board and executive leadership team gathered for a retreat on Dec. 2, and the first order of business was to appoint officers. Ron Schwarz was named…
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38 reasons to be thankful | D38 Leadership Update
With Thanksgiving only a week away, it’s the perfect time to express my gratitude for the opportunity to serve as superintendent of Lewis-Palmer School District. Our mission in D38 involves a partnership with all of us—parents, the community, and educators. Together, we deliver on our vision of, “Elevating Every Student, Every Day.” To all of…
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How we make winter weather decisions | D-38 Leadership Update
Fall temperatures have arrived, and we know that means winter is just around the corner. As we begin to prepare for the first snowflakes, it’s a great time to remind our families, staff and community members how to stay informed about snow day closures and delays. If you ever wondered how we make our winter…