The Encore Academy.
Encore Academy.
Where Leadership Meets Legacy.
Retirement isn’t the end of your leadership journey — it’s the beginning of your encore.
The Encore Academy invites retirees to rediscover their purpose, connect with like-minded peers, and explore how their talents can continue to make a difference in Lancaster County.
Through engaging sessions, thought-provoking discussions, and hands-on experiences, participants gain fresh perspectives on leadership, community needs, and the many ways to give back. Whether you’re seeking meaningful volunteer opportunities, a chance to mentor emerging leaders, or simply space to reflect and grow, the Encore Academy offers a place to do it all.
Your skills, experience, and wisdom have shaped your career — now let them shape your community. Join the Encore Academy and make your next chapter your most impactful yet!
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The next Encore Academy Cohort will take place in Spring of 2027.
.The Encore Academy program provides retiring individuals in Lancaster County with an experience mirroring the transformative Core Class program.
Tuition
Choose the tuition level that feels right for you — each option helps support the mission and sustain the Encore Academy experience.
$625 – Pay It Forward Price
Covers your tuition and helps offset costs for future participants, ensuring the program remains accessible to all.
$550 – Encore Academy Base Price
A special rate for the Encore Academy with thanks to the generous support of the Steinman Foundation.
Class Schedule
Program Schedule
Dates for 2027 will be released soon!
Session One: Opening Retreat – Identity and Purpose in Retirement
Session Two: County Tour
Session Three: Health and Human Services
Session Four: Environment and Sustainability (Combined with Core Class)
Session Five: Arts and Culture
Session Six: Day of Understanding
Session Seven: Community Leadership Event (Combined with Core Class & Community)
Session Eight: Closing Retreat
Your Next Chapter, Your Encore.
You’ve spent a lifetime leading, learning, and giving — now it’s time to do it on your own terms.
The Encore Academy invites you to share your wisdom, connect with others, and explore new ways to make a difference in Lancaster. Through mentorship, community engagement, and meaningful connections, you’ll:
Share your experience to uplift others and strengthen our community.
Support causes you care about while discovering new passions.
Create a lasting legacy of care, connection, and leadership.
Your encore isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what matters most.
Join the Encore Academy and find joy in leading, learning, and living with purpose.
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The next cohort will occur in Spring of 2027. Sign up below to let us know you are interested and want to receive emails about upcoming informational sessions, registration opening and other Leadership Lancaster events. We can't wait to hear from you!
Ready for Their Encore!
Link to Encore Article
Hear from our Inaugural Encore Cohort!
Interested in Sponsoring Encore? Reach out to the LL Team for opportunities!
Your Story. Your Legacy.
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