Our 3rd Cardinals Couple is Heather and Joe Koeberl. The Koeberls have been married for 25 years and together for 30 years.
Joe is an 8th-grade history teacher, and Heather is a 5th-grade reading teacher at the Lawson Middle School.
The two met while attending Northwest Missouri State University (NWMSU)
As a couple, the Koeberls enjoy treasure hunting, traveling/sightseeing, and chauffeuring their daughter.
A fun fact about the couple is Joe proposed to Heather at NWMSU Homecoming halftime on the 50-yard line.
Our 5th couple of 2024 Valentine's Day Cardinal Love Birds are Tara and Caleb Crawford. The Crawfords have been married for 5.5 years and have been together for 8 years.
Caleb is a history teacher, and Tara is the assistant principal at Lawson High School.
The two met in the Lawson High School gym on the first day of girl's basketball camp.
As a couple, the Crawfords enjoy home improvement projects and golfing.
A fun fact about the Crawfords is they went to Memphis for their honeymoon to see Justin Timberlake in concert.
Lawson Board of Education Approves Cardinals Nest Preschool - Fall 2024
The Lawson Board of Education (BOE) announces the approval of expanding Early Childhood Programming to include a state-approved preschool for children ages three and four beginning in Fall 2024. The Lawson BOE was unanimous in its approval (7-0), with an understanding that investing in early learning programs ensures young children have a strong foundation for success in school and life.
The Lawson BOE identified "Exploring the expansion of Early Childhood Learning Opportunities for preschool-aged students." as a 2023-24 Priority Goal for the District. Expanding early childhood learning goals were created due to the understanding of the importance of having our students "kindergarten ready." Kindergarten readiness doesn't just mean physical and academic skills; it also means social and emotional development. The 2024-25 school year will usher in full-day Cardinals Nest preschool for students ages three and four. Our preschool classes will be operated by certified early childhood teachers and follow state-approved learning standards. This new program will be available to our resident families at no cost. Admission into the program will be limited and based on needs assessments. Dr. Stephenson stated, “We desire to grow this program over the coming years to maximize the learning of our youngest Cardinals so they each have the tools required to enter the traditional K-12 systems and be academically and socially ready to excel as learners.”
Screening dates are scheduled for February 26, February 28, and March 4. Alternative dates may be scheduled through the Southwest Elementary Office.
Resident families of the Lawson School District interested in attending preschool in Fall 2024 must complete an enrollment packet and schedule a screening. Please contact Southwest Elementary's office (816) 580-7272 to request a packet and schedule a screening. Screenings can also be scheduled by using the attached QR code. (A limited number of spots are available - Screening Does Not Guarantee Acceptance - The District will use the student screening and other evaluation processes to determine acceptance.)
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
*Elementary Teacher
*HS/MS Science Teacher
*HS/MS Library Media Specialist
Click the link to learn more and to apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Reminder that we will be observing Presidents' Day and will have a no school day for Teacher Collaboration.
Please help us thank our school counselors for all they do for our school community.
Ms. Lynn Smithmier - Lawson High School
Mrs. Whitney Stock - Lawson Middle School
Mrs. Marissa Schmidt - Southwest Elementary
National School Counseling Week 2024 is Feb. 5-9. The week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.
Learn more about the role of this necessary profession: https://shorturl.at/pvxGH.
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
Agriculture Education / FFA Advisor - New Position for 2024-2025
Elementary Teacher
HS Assistant Principal
HS Science Teacher
Click the link to learn more and to apply.
https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Best of luck to our FTC Robotics Team. The team is in action today competing in the KC East FTC League Tournament at Staley High School. #WeAreLawson
Summer School 2024 Employment Opportunities
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
We are actively seeking candidates for the following 2024 SUMMER SCHOOL positions.
Summer School - Nurse
Summer School - Building Secretary
Click the link to learn more. Use the Classified Staff Positions link to apply.
Selected LHS students participated in William Jewell's Windfest this past weekend. They spent Saturday working on music as a whole band and also in ensemble format. They presented a concert on Sunday afternoon to showcase their hard work!
LHS students (L-R): Alyse Gilmore, Dylan Spor, Haley Lewis, Paxton Warren, Makynzee Hubbard, Gabrielle Knoch, Will Mason, David Doolittle, Cassadi Osborn
Due to inclement weather, there will be No School, today Tuesday January 23, 2024, in the Lawson School District.
It might be cold outside but things are sure warming up in the Southwest Elementary Gym. Without a doubt, our LYSA basketball program has a great space to let our future Cardinal Ballers learn the game of basketball. We are appreciative of our community for their continuous support #WeAreLawson
Due to inclement weather, there will be No School, today Friday, January 19, 2024, in the Lawson School District.
Board Spotlight - Our January Board Spotlight was shined on our 7-12th grade Library Media Specialist, Mrs. Katie Berger. Mrs. Berger was recently named the Lawson Memorial VFW & Auxiliary (Post 6278) Lawson High School Teacher of The Year. #WeAreLawson
School WILL BE in session tomorrow, Wednesday, January 17.
Alternative Weather-Related Bus Routes are in Effect: An alternative bus route would have been communicated ONLY to those affected.
Please be patient and use your bus tracking app to stay up to date with student pick-up times.
Due to the ongoing wind chill warning through tomorrow morning, there will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, January 16.
There will be No School today Friday, January 12th. We thank you all for your continuous support. Stay warm and safe, and we'll see you next week.
Due to poor rural bus route conditions, there will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, January 11, 2024. Plans for extracurricular practices and events will be communicated after 10am.
Exciting News: Lawson BOE approves launching a 7-12th grade Agriculture Education Program and FFA Chapter!
The desire of the Lawson school community to have an Agriculture Education Program and FFA Chapter has been a long time coming! The formal process for approval of the program started in December of 2023 with the adoption of the school district's 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. Expanding career education learning opportunities was listed as a goal in the plan, focusing on expanding our offerings to include agricultural education.
We are thrilled to announce that during the December 20th Board meeting, the recommendation was made by Superintendent Stephenson to expand career education programming for the 2024-2025 school year to include a 7th- 12th grade Agriculture Education Program and Future Farmers of America (FFA) Chapter. This recommendation was made after working through a year-long plan to ensure community, parent, staff, and teacher feedback was gathered and our student body had an interest in what the expanded programming could offer. The Board of Education approved the recommendation with a 7-0 vote. This initiative marks a significant step forward, providing students with valuable skills, knowledge, and experiences in agriculture.
With the approval of the program, we look forward to providing more opportunities for students interested in developing leadership, public speaking, and communication skills and, at the same time, learning the value and importance of teamwork, collaboration, problem-solving, and time management, along with entrepreneurial, technical, and practical skills.
We are confident that with time, our Agriculture Education Program and FFA Chapter will contribute to the holistic development of our students and prepare them for successful futures in agriculture and related fields and life as a whole.
The School District is currently accepting applications for the teaching position associated with the newly formed program. Click the provided Employment link to learn more and apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
There will be No School tomorrow Wednesday, January 10, 2024. All decisions related to extracurricular activities and events will be made after 10 am.
