LutherBurbankMiddle School

The Luther Burbank Middle School’s identity as an institution is defined by the robust, collaborative partnerships between students, staff, and the Lancaster community It is no wonder that our mission statement aptly begins with the word “together ” We, the LBMS community at large, work, learn, try, succeed, struggle, and grow together It is this partnership that allows us to do our important work and to do it well, and the Lancaster community’s unwavering support remains the bedrock of our collective success. It goes without saying, but let it be said--we are incredibly proud and grateful to be a part of this incredible community.

During the 2022-2023 school year we piloted a Dean of Students position at LBMS to great success. As part of our leadership reorganization plan we will make the Dean of Students position a permanent part of the leadership model and remove the Assistant Principal position from the budget. This move is supported by the strategic plan and the targeted review conducted by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Similar to Florence Sawyer School and Hale Middle School, the Dean of Students will work with students on building positive relationships, coordinating our advisory program and working with families. This position will allow additional flexibility for administrators; (the principal and assistant principals ) to work more closely with teachers on teaching strategies and analysis of student data.

Luther Burbank will also be supported by a literacy specialist and math specialist in a coaching role. They will be instrumental in leading the MTSS model described in the teaching and learning section. The impact of these changes will be budget neutral as we are adding a certified position and reducing an administrative position.