Lawson R-XIV School District

May Board Spotlight: Honoring Community Support The Lawson Board of Education is proud to recognize and thank the Lawson Beehive Masonic Lodge #393 for their generous donation of $1,453.00 to help pay off student lunch debt for families in need. The Beehive Masonic Lodge has a long-standing tradition of service, charity, and community leadership, and this donation is a powerful example of that ongoing commitment. This incredible act of kindness directly supports our students and eases a financial burden for many families. It’s a shining example of how our community partners go above and beyond to care for and uplift our schools. Thank you, Lawson Beehive Masonic Lodge #393, for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our students. Your generosity reflects the true spirit of community! #WeAreLawson

Ticketing for tonight's State Sectional Baseball Game will be done digitally through the MSHSAA. To purchase tickets, follow the link below: https://www.mshsaa.org/Tickets.aspx. The game will be played at home vs. West Platte with 1st pitch set for 5 pm.

All ticketing for the state baseball tournament will be done digitally through the MSHSAA. Follow the below link to purchase https://www.mshsaa.org/Tickets.aspx The sectional round will be home on Tuesday vs. West Platte at 5 pm.

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reminds us of the true meaning of freedom. 🇺🇸 #WeAreLawson

Time Change - To avoid conflict with tonight's District Championship game, we will push our Community Input Meeting start back to 7:30pm Come cheer on the Cardinals baseball team to victory, then head to the high school library to share in the planning for the future of our district.

Summer School begins next week! Our program serves students going into Kindergarten through 8th grade. If your child didn't register, this can be done on the first day! See the details below:

Community Input Meeting: We want your input as we plan for the future! Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community partner, your voice is crucial in shaping our future. Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Lawson High School – Library Media Center

Congratulations to our seniors on your graduation day! Your hard work, dedication, and perseverance have led you to this incredible milestone. Wishing you all the best as you step into the next exciting chapter of your journey! #WeAreLawson

Lawson High School's 2025 Graduation will begin at 2pm today. Doors open at 12:30pm. If unable to attend, streaming link is attached below. https://iframe.dacast.com/live/962da0b0f54a0386386836ccb8ef334b/b82a5e4a-86f5-98e2-592e-5f74066965ac

School’s Out – Let the Summer Adventures Begin! May 16, 2025 Cardinal Families, It’s official — we’ve crossed the finish line of another school year! Whether your student just mastered the ABCs, tackled algebra, survived Shakespeare, or made it through senior year, we are so proud of every step they took along the way. As we send them off into the glorious land of summer, we know you’re preparing for a season full of fun, freedom, and probably a few “What do we do now?” moments. Whether your plans include road trips, camps, part-time jobs, sleep-ins, or simply surviving daily snack requests every 14 minutes, we’re cheering you on. Thank you for partnering with us this year. Your support, patience, heroism, and survival during morning drop-offs, afternoon pick-ups, and endless cancellations due to Mother Nature's terrible sense of humor during January have made all the difference. You’ve earned this break, too! Have a joyful, safe, and slightly chaotic (in the best way) summer. We'll be here in the fall — recharged, refreshed, and ready to do it all again... With 100% appreciation and SPF 50, Dr. Stephenson Superintendent of Schools Lawson R-XIV School District

Tonight, at the district's retirement dinner, we celebrated the incredible careers of three of our beloved educators. With 67 years of service to the Lawson School District, these outstanding teachers have touched countless lives, shaped bright futures, and impacted our school community. Congratulations to: Mrs. Deborah Brewer – Southwest Elementary Mrs. Kristi Dressen – Lawson Middle School Mrs. Gwendolyn Gilmore – Lawson High School Your passion, dedication, and heart have helped make our district what it is today. Thank you for the memories, the mentorship, and the magic you’ve brought to our classrooms. You will always be a part of our Lawson family. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement! #WeAreLawson

The final Cardinal Connection of the 2024-2025 school year should be hitting district mailboxes soon. Click the Link for a sneak peek: https://5il.co/3fujn

Huge thanks to Cardinals in Action for sponsoring Seniors Chalk Your Spot. The student parking lot is now 90% art, 10% questionable doodles. Only 1 day left, Class of 2025—don’t slip on the chalk on your way to greatness! #WeAreLawson

Community Input Meeting Announcement The Lawson School District invites all members of our school community to attend an important Community Input Meeting focused on gathering feedback related to school climate, culture, and community perceptions. Purpose: We are seeking your input to better understand the attitudes, experiences, and concerns within our schools. Your feedback will help guide thoughtful adjustments to our district's strategic goals and ensure they align with the values and needs of the entire community. Whether you're a parent, student, staff member, or community partner, your voice is crucial in shaping our future. Why Now? While the school year may have concluded, it’s important for us to gather feedback during a time when families, staff, and community members have the opportunity to reflect on the past year without the immediate pressures of the school calendar. This timing allows us to hear honest and thoughtful perspectives that can inform our planning for the next school year. Your input will play a key role in shaping decisions that impact the future of our schools, and we want to ensure we hear from as many voices as possible. Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 7:00 PM Location: Lawson High School – Library Media Center We encourage you to join us and contribute your ideas, suggestions, and insights to help build a stronger, more connected district. Together, we can ensure our schools are the best for every student and family. Dr. Stephenson Superintendent of Schools Lawson R-XIV School District

Due to last week's lightning strikes, we will adjust the start times of the remaining home baseball games to 4:00 p.m. for varsity, with JV to begin immediately after. We are still making modifications to the district baseball tournament, which will be hosted in Lawson on May 16, 19, and 21.

SW Construction Progress Update We’re excited to share that the SW Main Entrance construction project continues to move forward right on schedule. Several major phases have recently been completed, including the flat work, rough-in plumbing, structural steel installation, and roof decking. These milestones represent significant progress toward our overall goals. We also want to acknowledge that the construction process has come with its share of noise and disruption. We are incredibly grateful to our students, teachers, and staff for their continued patience, flexibility, and resilience during this time. Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support of our school community. We’ll continue to provide updates as we move into the next stages of the project. We look forward to the improvements this work will bring for our students, staff, and families. #WeAreLawson

Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day...Help us give a big THANK YOU to our superstar bus drivers! They’re up early, out late, and always ready to roll—whether it’s a regular school day or a road trip to the next big game. Thanks to their dedication and care, our Lawson Cardinals get to compete, learn, and grow every day. You are the wheels beneath our wings, and we’re so grateful for everything you do! #WeAreLawson

It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!! 2025-2026 Openings. * Elementary Special Education *Elementary Classroom *Middle School Paraprofessional Click the link to learn more and apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page

📣 Reminder: There is NO SCHOOL today, Friday, April 18, and Monday, April 21! Wishing all our families a wonderful and relaxing Easter Weekend! 🐰🌸

April 2025 Board Spotlight - Celebrating Sophia Cook – 2nd Place Winner in the Missouri Peace Officers Association Essay Contest As part of our April Board of Education meeting, we proudly recognized Sophia Cook, an exceptional middle school student who earned 2nd place in the Missouri Peace Officers Association Essay Contest—a prestigious statewide competition. Sophia's essay, which addressed three societal issues she believes are facing the youth of Missouri, was selected 2nd out of 152 essays submitted by students representing 32 school districts across the state. Her writing demonstrated not only impressive skill and clarity but also a deep awareness of the challenges impacting her generation and a passion for positive change. Sophia’s voice stood out as thoughtful, courageous, and solutions-driven—qualities that reflect the heart of both strong writing and strong leadership. We are incredibly proud of her for this achievement and the meaningful perspective she brought to this statewide platform. 👏 Please join us in congratulating Sophia Cook on this outstanding accomplishment!