Jason Stroup is a seasoned educational and athletics administrator with over 17 years of experience in public education. Known for his service-oriented leadership, Jason has built a dynamic career that bridges the academic, operational, and extracurricular pillars of school systems. He currently serves as the Director of Activities and Athletics at Lower Merion School District in Ardmore, Pennsylvania—a role in which he oversees the comprehensive planning and management of interscholastic and intramural athletic programs, student activities, academic event logistics, and school-wide operations.
An experienced leader, Jason brings an exceptional blend of strategic planning, compliance expertise, and team development to his work. He is responsible for directing daily operational logistics for a large high school campus, coordinating and communicating closely with central office administrators, operations teams, and academic leadership. His leadership extends across budgeting, hiring, professional development, and program evaluation. Under his direction, Lower Merion’s athletic and activity programs have not only grown in scope but have also enhanced student engagement and community involvement.
Jason’s professional path reflects a deep commitment to inclusive education and whole-student development. Prior to his current role, he served as a special education teacher at both the elementary and secondary levels, managing IEPs, co-teaching across subjects, and advocating for the academic success of students with exceptional needs. His early career as a mathematics educator was marked by his ability to connect with students across diverse learning profiles and his collaborative approach with support staff and fellow educators.
Beyond his classroom and administrative duties, Jason has held various leadership positions including Assistant Athletic Director, Team Leader for special education teams, and administrative support to the athletic office. His ability to lead across functions demonstrates his agility, strong interpersonal communication skills, and commitment to institutional success.
He holds multiple certifications including a Principal PK–12 Certification, a Supervisor of Special Education Certification, and is currently pursuing a Letter of Eligibility Certification (Superintendent) from West Chester University, expected in October 2025. His academic credentials include a Master of Science in Special Education from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Education (Mathematics) with a minor in Computer Science from Millersville University.
Jason approaches every opportunity with a focus on service, integrity, and student-first decision-making. He is actively involved in professional organizations such as the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA) and the Pennsylvania State Athletic Directors Association. As a Catholic husband and father, Jason highly values faith and family.
As he looks toward future opportunities, Jason is exploring governance and advisory roles where he can contribute his leadership expertise and educational insights to broader institutional missions. His proven ability to solve problems, guide teams, and implement strategic initiatives makes him a highly qualified candidate for board service and executive-level collaboration.
Character: Jason Stroup exemplifies service-oriented leadership, grounded in integrity, faith, and a strong commitment to student success.
Knowledge: With over 17 years of experience in education and athletics administration, Jason brings deep expertise in compliance, budgeting, and inclusive student programming.
Strategic: He is a forward-thinking leader who drives school-wide initiatives by aligning academic, operational, and extracurricular goals with long-term institutional planning.
Communication: Jason is an effective communicator who fosters collaboration across departments, engages with diverse stakeholders, and leads teams with clarity and purpose.
