About the School

7 years ago

Welcome to Donegal Primary School


We are pleased to partner with you to help your child grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Donegal Primary School is a unique environment which caters to approximately 700 young students. From the time you enter the front door, you will notice a faculty and staff who have a LOVE for learning and a DESIRE to foster that love in their students. This website should provide you with the answers to many of your questions. If you can't find the information you are looking for, please call us at (717) 653-8812.

History of DPS


Donegal Primary School in Mount Joy is part of the Donegal School District and is located in West Donegal Township in the western part of Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The building was opened in January 2004 under the name Donegal Springs Elementary School. Donegal Springs brought together students, faculty, and staff from Seiler and Grandview: two smaller elementary schools which were also located in Mount Joy. In the summer of 2012, Donegal Springs was renamed Donegal Primary School. This building includes all of the district's kindergarten, first, and second grade students. Approximately 700 students attend DPS (Donegal Primary School) and begin the foundational years of their education.

                 

Principal's Bio

6 years ago

    
Mr. Christopher Miller

           Principal



Education

Donegal High School (1993)

Allegany Community College (1995)

Mansfield University (1997)

Eastern Mennonite University (2004)

Pennsylvania State University (2006)


Degrees and Certificates

Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

Instructional II

Masters of Education At Risk Populations

K-12 Principal Certificate

Administrative II


Experience in Education

Second Grade Teacher -Maytown Elementary School (1998-2004)

Dean of Students - Donegal High School (2004-2008)

Assistant Principal - Donegal High School (2008-2015)

Principal - Donegal Primary School (2016-present)


Professional Organization

Pennsylvania Association of Elementary and Secondary School Principals


Coaching

Donegal High School Baseball - (1999-present)

Donegal Junior High Football - (2003-2010)

 

School Hours

6 years ago

Doors Open:
8:45 AM

School Begins:
9:00 AM

Dismissal:
3:30 PM

Main Telephone Line:
717-653-8812

Fax Number:
717-492-1341

Principal
Christopher Miller