2026-27 Student Transportation Registration

The Loyalsock Township School District Transportation Department is preparing bus routes and schedules for the 2026-2027 school year.

Transportation Registration Required

All students who plan to ride district transportation must register, even if they rode the bus during the previous school year.

To register your child, click here.

Important Reminder for Incoming Sixth-Grade Students

Students entering sixth grade who previously rode Bus 6 or Bus 11 are no longer eligible for district transportation. Those students will be considered walkers or parent drop-offs.

New Bus Numbers for 2026-27

Thanks to the support of the Board of Directors, the district has purchased three new school buses. While bus routes will remain the same, bus numbers will change. Families should watch for additional information later this summer.

Bus Assignments

Once transportation schedules are finalized, families who have registered will receive their student’s bus assignment, including:

• Morning and afternoon bus stop locations
• Approximate pickup and drop-off times

Bus notifications will be mailed in early August.

Questions?

For assistance, please contact the Transportation Department at [email protected].

 

New-Look ‘Lancer Life’ Now Available

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (JUNE 25, 2026) — The latest edition of Lancer Life, Loyalsock Township School District’s community newsletter, is now available.

Featuring a refreshed design and renewed focus on storytelling, the redesigned publication highlights many of the achievements, milestones and memorable moments that defined the spring semester and conclusion of the 2025-26 school year. Readers will find stories celebrating the Class of 2026, student accomplishments, district honors, academic and extracurricular successes, and the people and programs that make up the Lancer school community.

Featured stories include:

• Graduation 2026 and commencement highlights
• Students bound for Brown and Princeton universities
• Building Confident Readers: Early literacy success at Schick Elementary
• National and state recognition for the district’s music programs
• Distinguished Alumni honoree Dr. Eric Rauff
• Student achievements in academics, athletics and the arts
• Career readiness initiatives and community partnerships
• Spring sports recaps and record-setting performances
• Photo features capturing memorable moments from across the district

The updated publication reflects the district’s commitment to sharing the stories, accomplishments and experiences that define life at LTSD and strengthen connections with students, families, alumni and the community.

Download the Summer 2026 Issue

 

LTMS 4th Marking Period Honor Roll Listing Released

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (JUNE 22, 2026) — Loyalsock Township Middle School released the year’s fourth marking period honor roll listing.  One hundred and thirty-one students in grades six through eight are named as having earned their status on the high honor roll or honor roll roster.

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LTHS 4th Marking Period Honor Roll Listing Released

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (JUNE 22, 2026) — Loyalsock Township High School released the year’s fourth marking period honor roll listing.  Two hundred and two students in grades nine through 12 are named as having earned their status on the high honor roll or honor roll roster.

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The second and final round of pre-Fall Season Sports Physicals will be offered at Loyalsock Township High School for all incoming Junior High (Grades 7-8) and High School (Grades 9-12) student athletes planning to participate in PIAA athletics through partnership with Dr. Michelle Cavanaugh at UPMC. This partnership allows the Loyalsock Township Athletic Department to offer affordable Section 6 CIPPE clearance requirements for the 2026-2027 school year.

The next scheduled date of these sports physicals is 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 28, 2026. All students who wish to take advantage of this offer should contact Jennie Snyder at the high school main office at (570) 326-3581 to schedule an appointment time. The cost of this physical is $10 (cash or check made payable to LTSD).

The sports physicals being offered by LTSD via UPMC will satisfy CIPPE requirements at the PIAA level for the entire 2026-27 school year, regardless of the number of sports being played throughout the school year (i.e. fall, winter and spring sports). If your student athlete recently had a physical exam with a completed CIPPE section six form signed by a medical doctor after May 1, 2026, then this physical exam is not necessary.

In conjunction with these sports physicals, student athlete registration for participation in 2026-27 fall sports at LTHS must be completed online via Arbiter Sports Registration. This step must be completed prior to receiving a sports physical here at LTHS.

Fall sports for the 2026-27 school year include football, soccer, volleyball, cross country, tennis, cheerleading, golf and girls junior high softball at the high school and junior high levels.

BigTeams Registration, which was utilized in previous sports registrations here at Loyalsock Township, has been absorbed by Arbiter and will no longer be offered by Loyalsock Township School District.

Any student athlete that has not completed their registration via Arbiter Sports will not be permitted to engage in interscholastic sports or receive a sports physical through the school on July 28. Registrations for the 2026-27 winter and spring sports seasons will be offered at a later date. Student athletes who register and play a fall sport will simply need to re-certify at that time, pending no changes in health status. There is a one-time $50 pay-to-play fee that will be applied once upon registration. This fee must be paid online to be considered a complete registration.

Students must complete their fall sport registration in Arbiter Sports before receiving a sports physical July 28. Completing registration provides the physician with a complete health history and helps ensure the safety and effectiveness of the physical exam.

Fall Sports Registration

For more information, please contact the Athletic and Activities Director Dylan Casale at [email protected].

119 Receive Diplomas During LTHS’s 65th Commencement Ceremony

WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. (JUNE 8, 2026) — Loyalsock Township High School celebrated the accomplishments, memories and future aspirations of 119 graduates during commencement on June 5 at Kenneth M. Robbins Stadium.

Principal Stephen Hafele welcomed graduates, families and guests to the school’s 65th commencement ceremony, reflecting on the evening’s “Moments in the Light” theme. He reminded graduates that while the light often shines on achievements and accomplishments, some of life’s most meaningful moments are those defined by integrity, courage and compassion.

“The world needs people who bring light into the lives of others,” Hafele said. “And while tonight marks the end of one chapter, it is the beginning of another. The light that has guided you to this stage will continue to guide you forward as you pursue your dreams and write the next chapter of your story.”

Superintendent Dr. Brooke Beiter encouraged graduates to carry forward the district’s commitment to leaving a legacy through service, character and leadership.

She praised the Class of 2026 for the impact it made during their time in the district and challenged students to use their talents to positively influence others in the years ahead.

“Loyalsock has prepared you for what comes next,” Beiter said. “Even on those days when the sun doesn’t shine so bright, know that you have the power to create your own light.”

The ceremony’s theme carried through remarks delivered by Class President Jeremiah Johnson and student speakers Adam Ghayyada, Alice Ecker and Katie Clapper, who reflected on the experiences, relationships and memories that shaped the Class of 2026.

Together, the speakers encouraged their classmates to appreciate not only the major milestones and accomplishments that marked their school careers, but also the everyday moments that often become life’s most meaningful memories. They recalled childhood friendships, school traditions, athletic achievements and shared experiences that united the class throughout its journey from elementary school to graduation.

Ecker challenged her classmates to remain present and savor the significance of the evening, sharing a simple piece of advice: “Be where your feet are.”

As graduates prepared to take their next steps, the speakers emphasized that the lessons learned and memories they made as Lancers would continue to guide them long after commencement. Whether pursuing higher education, military service, career training or entering the workforce, they encouraged classmates to continue creating their own “moments in the light.”

Guest speaker and LTHS alumnus Steve Lloyd ’86, longtime sports director at WNEP-TV, reflected on his journey from student-athlete to award-winning broadcaster, encouraging graduates to embrace new opportunities, work hard and appreciate those who support them along the way.

Drawing on stories from his childhood in the township, college years and nearly four decades in television, Lloyd reminded graduates that success is built through perseverance, community involvement and a willingness to seize opportunities when they arise.

Ghayyada and Clapper were named class valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively.

In total, 64 seniors were recognized during Senior Awards Night through 165 awards representing 81 different scholarships and honors. Combined, community organizations, businesses, families and supporters contributed $27,100 to support students’ postsecondary education and career aspirations, including $17,650 awarded through The Lancer Foundation.

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Click here to download the graduation program.