Today is School Lunch Hero Day!
We want to take a moment to thank all those who assist in creating an inviting environment in our lunch room. They take pride and care in the food they prepare for our students, and we are grateful for every one of them.
While we don't have photos of all our school lunch heroes, we want to thank our entire OPAA dining service crew!
#WeAreLawson
Lawson BOE announces Hannah Yarc (High School ELA)
The Lawson BOE is pleased to announce that Ms. Hannah Yarc will join our high school staff as an ELA teacher for the 2024-25 school year.
Ms. Yarc grew up in Kearney, MO, and attended the University of Central Missouri, majoring in Secondary English. She is currently completing her student teaching experience in the Liberty School District. Ms. Yarc states, “She has always wanted to be a teacher.” She believes being a teacher isn't just about imparting knowledge; it's about being a mentor, a cheerleader, and sometimes even a shoulder to lean on.
We look forward to Ms. Yarc joining the Lawson High School staff.
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal... but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
*Elementary Paraprofessional
Click the link to learn more and to apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Wanting to say a special "Thank You" to our amazing secretaries as we celebrate Administrative Professionals Day. They really keep us running smoothly and we appreciate all they do!
CONGRATULATIONS to sophomore Aubry Allen on earning FIRST PLACE for her March Photo of the Month competition entry to MIJA (Missouri Interscholastic Journalism Association), the state student journalism organization. Lanidrac yearbook staff members submit entries each month and then we select the best from those to enter as our one allotted entry in the state monthly competition. This is our FIRST 1st place winner, since we started submitting entries Aug. 2022.
https://mipajournalism.com/5416/photoofthemonth/march-photo-of-the-month-winners-announced-4/
Here is the link to the website where her image is posted:
April Board Spotlights: During their recent board meeting, the Lawson BOE had the opportunity to celebrate and recognize our Lawson Middle School FCCLA members who competed in their MO STAR Events March 17-19, 2024. The following middle school members competed: Journey Clevenger, Caitlyn Cline and Josie Holman received a silver medal in Focus on Children; Braylie Cox and Mariah Jones received a silver medal in Chapter Service Project Portfolio; Ella Ripley received a silver medal in Career Investigation, Teddy Thomas and Emily Wintworth received a gold medal in Professional Presentation, Allison Koeberl, Rebecca Lafferty and Ben Mayne received a gold medal in Event Management and qualified for National competition. Lawson Middle School FCCLA is led and advised by Mrs. Sharon Embrey. #WeAreLawson
Summer School 2024 enrollment has begun! Information and enrollment forms are going home with students. Please reach out to either our Southwest or Middle School office for more information!
Lawson Cardinal Theatre invites you to our Spring Play Charlie and the Chocolate Factory next week! Come and see our talented students perform this eye-popping, side-splitting, and fantastic classic story!
Showtimes:
Thursday, April 18th
Friday, April 19th
Saturday, April 20th
For all shows - DOORS OPEN AT 6:30, SHOW STARTS AT 7
STUDENTS $3 - PUBLIC $5
Lawson BOE announces Connor Powers (9th Grade Science) 2024-2025
The Lawson BOE is pleased to announce that Mrs. Connar Powers will be our 9th Grade Science teacher for the coming school year. Mrs. Connors is married to Blade. Together, they have a son, Leo, and a little girl coming this summer. Mrs. Powers grew up in a small town in southern Illinois. She has taught for the past two years at North Andrew High School while getting her Master's in Secondary Science education. Before starting her teaching career, Mrs. Powers earned a bachelor's in biology from Westminster College. Mrs. Powers says, “She fell in love with teaching while being a research assistant in graduate school. Her love of education made her change her graduate school path to become an educator because she found a passion for teaching humans about the world around us.”
Best of luck to our 2457 TheLaw Robotics Team as they enter the final day of competition at the Greater KC Regional contest today. Our team is the smallest team in the competition yet is looked at by many in attendance as a ferocious competitor and sought-after ally #WeAreLawson
There will be NO SCHOOL next Friday, April 12.
The day will be utilized for our teacher's professional development and collaboration.
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal... but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
*HS ELA
*Elementary Teacher
Click the link to learn more and to apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Heartfelt Thanks for Supporting the School Bond Initiative
Dear Lawson Community,
On behalf of the Lawson R-XIV students, staff, and board of education, I express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you, our valued community members, for your unwavering support in passing the recent school bond initiative. Your commitment to our community's education system speaks volumes about your dedication to the well-being and future success of our children and our community.
The overwhelming support we received for the bond initiative demonstrates a shared belief in the importance of investing in our schools and providing our students with the resources they need to thrive. Your approval has paved the way for crucial improvements and advancements in our educational infrastructure, ensuring a brighter future for our entire school community.
Your support benefits our current students and enriches the community by fostering an environment where learning and growth are valued and prioritized. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for our community's future prosperity and success.
Once again, thank you for your incredible support and for recognizing the significance of investing in education. Your generosity and commitment to our schools are not just for today but for the future.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Dr. Michael Stephenson,
Superintendent of Schools
Lawson R-XIV
The Lawson BOE is pleased to announce that Mrs. Madison Taylor will be joining Southwest Elementary for the 2024-25 school year. Mrs. Taylor grew up in Glenwood, MO where she graduated from Schuyler R-1. She then attended Missouri State University where she majored in Early Childhood Education. Upon graduating, she substituted in grades PK-12. She then married Gregory Taylor and they moved to Maryland where he was stationed. While there, she taught PK and Kindergarten. They have recently moved back to the area. "Growing up I always knew I wanted to be a teacher as I had a outstanding teachers in my life. I think back to my experiences in school and the teachers I learned the most from were teachers I had created relationships with. They made me feel safe and welcomed, which in return allowed me to take chances and push myself, and that is what I personally try to provide for my students. I want them to want to come to school feeling like they belong along with allowing them to feel safe to push themselves within their education. Lastly, I believe that learning is a lifelong process and I want my students to be as passionate about learning as I am."
The Lawson R-XIV School District wants to remind you to vote tomorrow, Tuesday, April 2, 2024. The District will have a No-Tax-Increase Bond issue on the ballot. The money from this bond issue will be used to Maintain Existing Facilities, Enhance Safety Measures, Modernize Classroom Tech and Equipment, and Improve Accessibility for those with Disabilities.
Thank you.
Click the Community Presentation link for more information: https://5il.co/2hfw3
🐣🌷Wishing our Lawson Cardinals community a Happy Easter! 🌷🐇#WeAreLawson
Click the link to review the Community Meeting presentation from Tuesday, March 26.
https://5il.co/2hfw3
What will the cost be for individual taxpayers if the issue is passed?
Thanks to sound financial management, Lawson R-XIV can ask for a bond without raising taxes.
The $6 million bond will not require an increase in the district’s current debt service levy. Approval of the April Bond Issue will continue at the current .95 cents levy, the set rate since the mid-1990s. This is a result of the sound stewardship of past superintendents and Boards of Education in finding opportunities for refinancing existing bonds for better rates and making early pre-payments on principal. We will continue carefully monitoring our debt and interest rates to save taxpayer dollars.
