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Explore The Harrisburg Story.

“Harrisburg has shaped him into the person he is today—a hardworking, community-driven young man with a bright future ahead.”

Fall 2024

Harrisburg's Own: Reed Rider, A Champion in Every Sense

“You made me take accountability and that has made all the difference in my life. I’m a better man because of that simple act.”

Fall 2024

Coach Chuck: A Legacy of Love, Leadership, and Perseverance

“Kindergarten is where it all starts. I love teaching kids how to read. It’s the foundation for everything they’ll do later in life.”

Fall 2024

Joy Butler: A Lifetime of Lessons, Laughter, and Love in the Classroom

“Local businesses play a vital role, offering mentorship, resources, and insights to help students understand the complexities of business and entrepreneurship.”

Fall 2024

Creating Entrepreneurial Opportunity: Students Find Their Path in Harrisburg’s CEO Program

“I like to stay organized,” he says with a shrug, as if time management was something everyone mastered by middle school.

Fall 2024

Kruze Lambert: Thinking Big, Dreaming Bigger

“You won’t find him front and center at school events, nor will you see him sitting criss-cross apple-sauce on the brightly colored carpets mingling with young learners.”

Fall 2024

Steve Glenn: The Heart of BELA’s Daily Beat

“Kayden is a symbol of what it means to keep moving forward, no matter the obstacles. His strength isn’t just in how he faces adversity but in how he refuses to let it define him.”

Fall 2024

Kayden Rigsby: More Than a Thumb

“The best nourishment often comes with a side of love.”

Fall 2024

A Recipe for More than Food: Rachel Bryant & Co.

“He rolls the ball with everything he has and trusts it’ll strike, knowing full well he doesn’t need the bumpers to succeed.”

Fall 2024

Greyson Jackson: A Resilient Heart in a Small Frame

“The students aren’t just learning—they’re practicing the skills they’ll need in a professional setting.”

Fall 2024

Career Pathways with Amanda Schmitt: Shaping Futures, One Soft Skill at a Time

“And in our community, as in family, the lessons of one generation pass down seamlessly to the next.”

Fall 2024

Father & Son: A Generational Bond of Service

“They’re just extraordinary students, and we have the privilege of working with them.”

Fall 2024

A Classroom of Extraordinary Care

Harrisburg Schools has so much good going on, and it is so worthy of celebration. Purple will serve as both a reflection of our growth and a window into the many ways we continue to thrive.

Fall 2024

Welcome to the Inaugural Issue of Purple

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