Reminder that school will be out of session next Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday to celebrate Thanksgiving. Wishing all our Cardinals a very Happy Thanksgiving!

November Board Spotlights:
During their November BOE meeting, the board had the opportunity to celebrate and spotlight Aleah Johnson for her selection and attendance at the Missouri Scholars Academy, administered by the University of Missouri Honors College, this past June.
Aleah was also celebrated for her selection as a 2025 Missouri All-State Choir member. She will perform as a member of the state choir later this winter during the Missouri Music Educators Association Conference. #WeAreLawson

On Wednesday night, the Board of Education proudly celebrated student achievements, recognizing our State Academic Performance on the MAP and EOC State Assessments!
The highlight of the evening was honoring the Top 132 students in grades 3 through 11 for their remarkable academic performance. These students exemplify hard work, determination, and a passion for learning that sets the bar for excellence across the district.
Congratulations to all our students, teachers, and families who make success like this possible. Let’s continue to strive for greatness together! #WeAreLawson
#StudentAchievement #AcademicExcellence #ProudMoment #TopPerformers





Today, we celebrated the 33rd Annual Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner, and it was a huge success! 🦃
Our staff and students came together to serve a delicious Thanksgiving meal and share an afternoon filled with joy, laughter, and entertainment. Seeing our senior community come together reminds us of the strength and warmth that make Lawson R-XIV special.
A big THANK YOU to everyone who attended volunteered and helped make this event unforgettable. You are the heart of our district!
Here's to continuing this wonderful tradition for years to come. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Thanksgiving season!
#ThanksgivingDinner #CommunityLove #LawsonProud #ThankfulAndGrateful





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Our 33rd Annual Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner is being held today at 12:30 PM in the Lawson High School Commons.
Join us for a Thanksgiving meal, followed by a performance by our Southwest Singers.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Are you ready for an adventure? Romance? Comedy? We got it all in this wild adaptation of the classic novel!
Not only does this performance feature the talents of LCT performers and artists but also our new sound system!
All the backgrounds were also all provided by Lawson Art Club! You won't want to miss this one folks!
November 21st, 22nd, & 23rd
Sellers Performing Arts Center - Lawson High School - Lawson MO
Doors open at 7, Shows start 7:30 - Students $3 - Public $5
Dinner Theatre Friday at 6:00
Students $15 - Public $20 - Preschool FREE * Includes Show Ticket
“Ken Ludwig's The Three Musketeers” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc.

Last night, the Lawson School District proudly celebrated the official Chartering Ceremony for our new FFA Chapter. We took a monumental step forward in supporting agriculture education and leadership in our schools.
A huge shoutout to our dedicated students, staff, and community members who came together to make this day possible! The values of hard work, dedication, and teamwork are stronger than ever in our schools, and we’re thrilled to see our FFA chapter bloom.
Here’s to a future of growth, success, and countless opportunities for our FFA members!
#WeAreLawson #FFA #CharteringCeremony #FutureLeaders #AgEducation #ProudMoment #LawsonFFA








Lawson R-XIV School District
33rd Annual Senior Citizen Thanksgiving Dinner
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 12:30 PM
Location: Lawson High School Commons
Join us for a complimentary Thanksgiving meal, followed by a short entertainment program, as part of a community service project hosted by the staff and students of the Lawson R-XIV School District.
Need Transportation?
Please RSVP by Friday, November 15, 2024, by calling the Lawson Central Office at 816-580-7277 to reserve your spot.
We look forward to celebrating with you!
Please make plans to join us in celebrating and showing your support for our students, the newly formed agricultural education program, and the FFA Chapter tomorrow evening. The Lawson FFA chartering ceremony and celebration will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Seller's Performing Arts Center.
We hope to see as many supporters as possible.

Happy #VeteransDay




Football Week 11 Teacher/Staff Member Of The Week
The Lawson Football program is happy to announce this week's teacher/staff member of the week. This week, the seniors would like to recognize Mr. Shane Farmer. Mr. Farmer is the Director of Technology for the Lawson School District. Mr. Farmer does so much behind the scenes to help teachers and students! Our school district runs smoothly due to his hard work and dedication! Thank you, Mr. Farmer, for all you do for the Lawson School District! #WeAreLawon

Join Us for Our Veterans Day Assembly as we come together in appreciation and support for our veterans.
Date: Friday, November 8th
Time: Veterans Breakfast @ 8:30 a.m. /Schoolwide Assembly @ 9:30 a.m.
Location: Lawson High School

Our Junior Lawson FTC Robotics Team is working hard and learning a lot today as they compete in the year's first competition. #WeAreLawson




Dear Lawson Community and Parents
We are thrilled to invite you to a historic event in the life of Lawson R-XIV School District! Our school will soon celebrate the official chartering of our FFA Chapter, a milestone that will open new opportunities for our students and the community.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Sellers Performing Arts Center
The establishment of our FFA Chapter marks an exciting new chapter for our school, giving students the chance to develop leadership, explore agricultural sciences, and engage in hands-on learning experiences that will prepare them for successful futures. During the ceremony, you will witness the induction of our charter members and hear from our student leaders, FFA advisor, and special guests who are excited to support this initiative.
Please join us in celebrating and showing your support for our students and the future of agricultural education at Lawson High School. Together, we can inspire the next generation of leaders in agriculture and beyond.
We look forward to celebrating this milestone with you!
Warm regards,
Ms. Anna Triplett Nolan Olinger
Lawson FFA Advisor Lawson FFA President

Football Week 10 Teacher/Staff Member Of The Week
The Lawson Football program is happy to announce this week's teacher/staff member of the week. This week, the seniors would like to recognize Mr. John Haley. Mr. Haley is the Assistant Principal at Lawson High School. This is Mr. Haley's first year in the Lawson School District. According to the seniors, he is very easy to talk to and is always friendly. Thank you, Mr. Haley, for all you do for the Lawson School District! #WeAreLawson

October Board Spotlights: The Board had the opportunity to celebrate and spotlight several outstanding student accomplishments during their recent meeting.
The first spotlight was on Ben Mayne, who recently completed his Eagle Scout service project (constructing an outdoor shelter on our middle school campus), earning him his Eagle Scout Rank. The Eagle Scout rank is the highest and most prestigious rank achievable in the Boy Scouts of America (BSA) program.
Our second spotlight was on Cara Siebert for her selection and attendance at Girls State this past summer.
Our final spotlight was focused on our Lawson FFA Chapters - NW Fall Contest Participants. On October 3rd, eight students went to Northwest Missouri State University to compete in our program's first-ever contest event. The day was a success, with our Advanced and Novice Teams receiving 1st place honors and two of our students also placing 1st place overall in their contest. Advanced Knowledge team members were Cooper Stephenson (High Individual), Wyatt Covey, Preston Yarbrough, and Calvin Jennings. Novice Knowledge team members were Bailey Payne (High Individual), Ben Olinger, Ella Ripley, and Grayson Gadberry. #WeAreLawson

Join Us for Our Veterans Day Assembly!
Dear Lawson Community,
We are excited to invite you to our upcoming Veterans Day Assembly at Lawson Middle School and High School. This special event will honor and express our gratitude to the brave men and women who have served, and continue to serve, our country. It’s a meaningful opportunity for our community to come together in appreciation and support for our veterans.
Date: Friday, November 8th
Time: Veterans Breakfast @ 8:30 a.m. / Schoolwide Assembly @ 9:30 a.m.
Location: Lawson High School
Our Veterans Day activities will feature:
Student Presentations: Students will share creative work, including essays, poems, artwork, and musical performances reflecting the importance of Veterans Day.
Recognition of Local Veterans: We will celebrate and recognize the veterans within our school community.
Patriotic Music: The school band and choir will perform patriotic songs in tribute to our veterans.
We encourage students to invite veterans they know—whether family, friends, or neighbors—to join this special celebration. The event aims not only to honor the sacrifices of our veterans but also to foster unity and gratitude.
Sign-up Information:
To help us prepare for this memorable celebration, students are encouraged to register their veterans in the Middle School or High School Offices.
We look forward to seeing you at our Veterans Day Assembly as we come together to honor and remember our heroes. Let’s make this a memorable, heartwarming event for our veterans and the entire community!
Thank you for your support and participation in this important occasion.
Sincerely,
Dr. Michael Stephenson
Superintendent of Schools
Lawson R-XIV School District




