Tuesday, August 26, 2008

SD of L stengthens athletic department

NewsLanc learned today that Merv Witmer will join the School District of Lancaster to "support the Athletic Department" and for the time being act as interim athletic director.

Witmer previously served for fifteen years as Athletic Director of the Ephrata School District before his retirement. He also served as President of the Lancaster-Lebanon Athletic Directors Association.

According to Kelly Burkholder,Coordinator of Community Relations, Witmer is familiar with all District 3 procedures and operations, which is an asset to the District. He will work full-time for a per diem amount.

Burkholder added, "His placement will provide support as we transition to a new Athletic Director."