August 2, 2026

Dear Lakewood Local School District Families, Staff, Students, and Community,

I am honored to officially say that I am a Lancer! It is with deep gratitude and excitement that I begin my journey as superintendent of Lakewood Local Schools. From day one, I have felt the pride and commitment that makes this district so special. 

As your superintendent, I will lead with integrity and collaboration. I look forward to working closely with students, families, staff, and the community to make the best decisions for our students. As we celebrate our proud traditions, we will empower each and every student to discover their path to success.

Let’s approach 2026–2027 with optimism and a shared belief that we can achieve great things together. Together, we will continue to reimagine education, instill community pride, and inspire future success.

Go Lancers!

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Heather B. Hedgepeth, Ed.D.

Superintendent, Lakewood Local School District

Reimagining education, instilling community pride, inspiring future success.