--- title: Eastern Lancaster County School District Superintendent Search description: Information regarding the Eastern Lancaster County School District Superintendent Search, including application materials and instructions. ---   ![Header Image](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Header%20Image.png?width=1200&name=Header%20Image.png) ![Supt Search Text Hdr](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Supt%20Search%20Text%20Hdr.png?width=1205&name=Supt%20Search%20Text%20Hdr.png) Eastern Lancaster County School District is seeking highly qualified candidates to serve as Superintendent of Schools.  [![Superintendent Search Community Survey](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/248103/af150268-76e1-4713-a8bf-7c5d1e1d9e22.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/248103/af150268-76e1-4713-a8bf-7c5d1e1d9e22)Established in 1956, the Eastern Lancaster County School District (ELANCO) strives to keep the best of its traditions alive while inspiring and guiding each learner to take his or her place in the world community. In a district with a tradition of commitment to excellence in education, it is the staff, parents, and community working together that allows each learner to achieve his/her place in the world. The educational programming delivered in the District was developed to serve a growing diverse student body, delivering all learners the basics, while cultivating learner curiosity and creativity into a lifetime of learning. The District is located approximately ten miles east of the City of Lancaster and covers 95 sq. miles of Lancaster County reaching to the Berks and Chester County lines. 30,000+ residents live in the communities of New Holland Borough, East Earl Township, Blue Ball, Narvon, Caernarvon, Terre Hill Borough, Bowmansville, and Brecknock Township. The District's approximately 3,246 learners are housed in five schools. Blue Ball Elementary, Brecknock Elementary, and New Holland Elementary are located within 10 miles of the Garden Spot Middle School/High School complex. The three elementary buildings educate approximately 1,666 learners in Kindergarten through sixth grade. Garden Spot Middle School educates approximately 500 learners in grades seven and eight, and the Garden Spot High School educates approximately 1,080 learners in grades nine through twelve. Our graduating seniors announce plans for post-secondary education, military enlistment, mission work, and/or full-time employ![Doing a good job - FB](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Doing%20a%20good%20job%20-%20FB.jpg?width=223&name=Doing%20a%20good%20job%20-%20FB.jpg)ment. One hundred seventy-three (173) families in the District provide home education for their approximately 343 children. The District has 46 parochial schools within its borders where the Amish and Mennonite children attend. In the Fall of 2018, the following enrollment of racial and ethnic group information was reported to the state: White: 80%; Asian/Pacific Islander: 3%; Multi-Racial: 3%; Hispanic: 10%; Black or African American: 3%: American Indian/Alaskan Native: .05%; and Unclassified learners: .05%. ![Teachers 1 - FB](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Teachers%201%20-%20FB.jpg?width=279&name=Teachers%201%20-%20FB.jpg)The Free and Reduced Lunch population in the district is 44.22% and has grown substantially over the past five years. Eastern Lancaster County School District works collaboratively with community organizations, such as CrossNet Ministries, to meet the needs of the community with supports and services, such as, community meals, backpack giveaways, mentoring programs, Power Pack Project, Youth programs, a food pantry, and free summer lunches. The District social worker meets with CrossNet regularly to align family needs seen in the schools with the programs offered by CrossNet for a more seamless support of families in the ELANCO community. Eastern Lancaster County School District has a [foundation](https://www.spartanedfoundation.org/) that supports global contacts and initiatives for our learners to help them see themselves as part of a global community. Many of the businesses in our community have representatives sitting on the Foundation Board and support the Foundation through contributions. **> Click[ here](https://info.iu13.org/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/PA%20Teacher%20Application-ELANCO.doc) to download an application. ** **![Diversity - homepage](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Diversity%20-%20homepage.png?width=1850&name=Diversity%20-%20homepage.png)** --- ## Superintendent Qualities and Qualifications **Eastern Lancaster County School District** is seeking a visionary leader of students and staff, who takes great care for the resources of the district, models life-long learning, and is a great communicator with the Board, staff, learners, and community. The successful candidate will have a focus and drive on ensuring the highest of possible outcomes from the learners within the district. This position will guide the district to meet the district’s mission: *Empowering Learners as Global Thinkers and Producers.* [Timeline and Process Information](https://info.iu13.org/elancosuptsearch#process) ![FFA - FB](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/FFA%20-%20FB.jpg?width=443&name=FFA%20-%20FB.jpg) ![Boys VBall - FB](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Boys%20VBall%20-%20FB.jpg?width=565&name=Boys%20VBall%20-%20FB.jpg) ## **About Eastern Lancaster County School District ** **Mission Statement** In partnership with family, business, and community, we provide an environment in which all persons are empowered to develop the knowledge, skills, and character to be life-long contributors and leaders in a rapidly changing world community. **Vision Statement **Empowering Learners as Global Thinkers and Producers **Shared Values** In order for our District to meet its mission, we believe an environment must exist where: - - The emotional, mental, and physical safety of learners and staff is the first priority - Staff are continuous learners - Customized learning experiences occur for learners in the classroom and through extracurricular activities - Mutual respect and collaboration occurs among learners, facilitators, building/district leaders, parents and community members - Learners are inspired and guided to reach their maximum potential - Resources are used in an efficient and fiscally responsible manner - Collaborative partnerships are sought and developed to enhance organizational effectiveness - **[District Website](https://www.elanco.org/)** - [**Board of Directors**](https://www.elanco.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1212601&type=d&pREC_ID=1447962) - **[Comprehensive Plan - 2019-2022](https://www.elanco.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1212597&type=d&pREC_ID=1753211)** - **Future Ready PA Index** - [District Fast Facts](https://futurereadypa.org/District/FastFacts?id=013244049001057067081024132236108130176037117099) - **ELANCO Schools:** - [Garden Spot High School](https://gshs.elanco.org/) - [Garden Spot Middle School](http://gsms.elanco.org/) - [Blue Ball Elementary School](https://bb.elanco.org/) - [Brecknock Elementary School](https://br.elanco.org/) - [New Holland Elementary School](https://nh.elanco.org/) - [ElancOnline Virtual Academy](https://elanco.edlioschool.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1245034&type=d&pREC_ID=1472192) **Timeline & Process** The successful candidate is anticipated to begin on or about February 2022. #### Desired experiences include: knowledge of educational research, trends, and innovation, school district fiscal operations and budgeting, community engagement and involvement; 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in education with Doctorate degree preferred. #### Requirements: PA letter of eligibility; university transcripts; all required clearances, current Act 24, three (3) current letters of recommendation; application, cover letter, and resume. **Please submit application materials to:** Mr. Flip Steinour, Director of Human Resources, Lancaster-Lebanon IU13, 1020 New Holland Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17601 ([flip_steinour@iu13.org](mailto:flip_steinour@iu13.org)). **Application Deadline: October 6, 2021. **EOE. **Unofficial transcripts are sufficient during application process, but official transcripts will be required prior to 2nd Round Interviews. *![Blue Ball El Web - seniors with elem-1](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Blue%20Ball%20El%20Web%20-%20seniors%20with%20elem-1.png?width=1643&name=Blue%20Ball%20El%20Web%20-%20seniors%20with%20elem-1.png) **Our Community** Learn about the community through these local organization and resource websites: - [About the ELANCO Area](https://www.elanco.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1212597&type=d&pREC_ID=1447967) - [Lancaster County, PA](http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/) - [Lancaster Chamber of Commerce and Industry](http://www.lancasterchamber.com/) - [Discover Lancaster](http://www.discoverlancaster.com/) - [Local Attractions](http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/461/Attractions) - [Local History](http://www.co.lancaster.pa.us/462/County-History) ![Last Day of School - FB](https://info.iu13.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IU_13_Enterprise_Level/ELANCO%20Supt%20Search/Last%20Day%20of%20School%20-%20FB.jpg?width=678&name=Last%20Day%20of%20School%20-%20FB.jpg) **[Eastern Lancaster County School District](https://www.elanco.org/) **669 East Main Street | New Holland, PA 17557 [Lancaster-Lebanon IU13](http://www.iu13.org) is facilitating this Superintendent search on behalf of Eastern Lancaster County School District. For more information, please contact: Flip Steinour, IU13 Director of Human Resources ([email](mailto:flip_steinour@iu13.org), 717-606-1849).