Lower Merion High School
Lower Merion High School is a distinguished public high school in Ardmore, Pennsylvania, renowned for its academic excellence, rich history, and diverse extracurricular programs.
Established in 1894, it is part of the Lower Merion School District and serves students in grades 9–12.
The school boasts a comprehensive curriculum, a variety of athletic teams known as the “Aces” and “Bulldogs,” and a commitment to fostering leadership and innovation among its students. Notable alumni include NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
Address: 315 E Montgomery Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003
Phone: (610) 645-1810
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Lower Merion Hopes Delayed High School Start Times Lead to Better Academic Performance
Lower Merion School District’s high schools are pushing back their starting time by an hour this year, writes Jim Melwert for KYW Newsradio. “Research has…
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These Five Montco Gen Zers Among 13 Talented Overachievers Doing Big Things in Philly Suburbs
Five Montgomery County Gen Z’ers have found their place among the 13 talented overachievers doing big things around the Philadelphia suburbs, writes Gina Lizzo for…
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Joe Bryant, Former La Salle Basketball Star and Father of NBA Legend Kobe, Dies at 69
Joe Bryant, the father of the NBA legend Kobe, and a former basketball star at La Salle University and John Bartram High School, has passed…
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Narberth Native, Lower Merion High School Grad Lizzy McAlpine Talks Life, Music Career, and Future
Lizzy McAlpine is a critically acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, writes Victor Fiorillo for Philadelphia Magazine. Her new album, Older, is getting rave reviews and she will soon…
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Lower Merion Native Writes Soundtrack for New Documentary Highlighting U.S. National Parks
Elizabeth Phillipson-Weiner, a composer born and raised in Lower Merion, was recently tasked with writing original songs for a new documentary called, “Out There: A…
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Lakers Legend Jerry West, Who Brought Kobe Bryant To the Team, Remembered
Legendary Los Angeles Lakers player, coach, and executive Jerry West, who was instrumental in bringing Kobe Bryant from Wynnewood to the West Coast, died on…
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Startup Run By Lower Merion Native Helps Hollywood Studios Improve Efficiency of Their Sets
RABS, a startup run by Lower Merion native Josh Weinberg, is helping movie and television sets run more efficiently, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia…
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Lower Merion High School, Philadelphia Continues Celebrating Spirit of Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant’s spirit remains alive throughout the Philadelphia region, especially at Lower Merion High School where he first achieved national prominence, writes Gustavo Arellano for…
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New Kobe Bryant Sneaker Honoring Philly Roots Released by Nike
Over the weekend, Nike introduced a special edition sneaker honoring Kobe Bryant’s Philadelphia roots, writes Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The sneaker was released…
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Kobe Bryant’s Dad Puts Son’s NBA Championship Ring Up for Auction
The recent decision of Kobe Bryant’s dad to auction his son’s NBA championship ring highlights the uneven relationship his parents had with him during his…
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For Lower Merion Coach Gregg Downer, His 34th Season Is One of Most Satisfying So Far
In his previous 33 years with the Lower Merion High School boys’ basketball team, Gregg Downer has recorded many wins and titles, but his 34th…
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LA Lakers Display New Statue of Philadelphia Native Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant, Philadelphia native, Lower Merion High School graduate, and NBA basketball legend, has been immortalized with a new bronze statue unveiled last week by…
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Coatesville Legend Rip Hamilton Hangs His Jersey Up at UConn After a Successful NBA Career
Coatesville native Richard “Rip” Hamilton will retire his jersey at Gampel Pavilion at the University of Connecticut this month, writes Anders Pryor for The Philadelphia…
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Eagles’ Jason Kelce, Wife Kylie, Keep It Real at Home Despite the Public Spotlight
Kylie Kelce is certainly experiencing more than just 15 minutes of fame. The wife of Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce still finds herself adjusting to…
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