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• From the Desk of the Superintendent
• Sign up for Lawson @lerts
• Lawson R-XIV Social Media Platforms
• Southwest Using Its New Space
• Box Tops for Education
• What’s Happening at Southwest?
• Flying to New Heights: District Welcomes 12 New Admin., Faculty & Staff Members to the District
• Administrators Take on New Roles
• LMS Goes Gaga Over Additions
• Health Room Highlights
• Music’s Soaring in Lawson
• Health Room Highlights (cont.)
• Community Connection
• Band Marches Into a New Year
• Yearbook Staff Earns National Recognition
• Golf Camp: High School Team Members Mentor Young Golfers
• MS Class Learns Engineering Process Through a Challenge
• Lawson Theatre Presents: “The Witches”
• LMC Awarded Grant for Audio & eBooks
• Parents as Teachers Program Update
• Cardinal’s Nest Kicks Off Year
• Casey’s Rewards Donations
• LHS: Almost Half of 2023 Grads Qualify for A+
• LHS FAFSA Info Night
• Lawson R-XIV District Contacts & Phone Numbers
• Sign up for text alerts and access the district app
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I welcome you to a new school year filled with possibilities, growth, and shared learning experiences. Whether you are new to our school community or have called Lawson home for years, tons of energy and excitement flow throughout our schools, and I am here to tell you it is contagious. Undoubtedly, our schools are more than just buildings; they are vibrant communities where dreams take flight, friendships are forged, and knowledge becomes a guiding light.
As the start of the year has come and we have seen our parking lots come back to life, you may have noticed that our school buildings and grounds look amazing. This is credited to our dedicated maintenance and custodial staff and the student workers who have spent the summer working to ensure we have the best possible space to enter daily to gather and learn safely. The summer has been busy as we completed the Southwest FEMA gymnasium. We were delighted to show off the space for the first time to the community on Tuesday, Aug. 14, with our Grand Opening and ribbon-cutting celebration. The space will benefit our students during the school day, our entire community in the event of severe weather, and our youth sports teams as an elite practice space and location to host youth sporting events. Aside from the FEMA gymnasium, we have also spent a great deal of time updating the exterior of Southwest Elementary to give it a fresh, clean look to match the positive vibes that radiate throughout the hallways. Additionally, we have made several improvements to our middle school and high school campuses that are aesthetically
pleasing and serve the purpose of providing safer learning environments for our students.
While we are excited by the many improvements made to our facilities and the ongoing work to develop a long-range facility plan to lead us into the future, we are even more excited to see the halls, classrooms, gyms, and sports fields again filled with the energy and curiosity that define our Lawson community. May we harness the power from the start of the year to build positive relationships while embracing opportunities for growth, exploration, and creativity, working together to foster an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to reach their fullest potential. In addition, I challenge us all to focus on our mission of “Preparing students for lifelong learning, achievement, and citizenship.”
While our mission is challenging, it is obtainable and sustainable by continuously encouraging our students and each other to approach learning with curiosity and enthusiasm while remembering that learning is a journey and that it’s okay to encounter challenges along the way. After all, each challenge encountered is an opportunity for growth, and I have no doubt we will achieve great things this year so long as we work together while remembering We Are Lawson.
In closing, let us embrace the new school year’s opportunities, be confident in our ability to support one another, and create a positive environment where our Proud Traditions meet today’s challenges and provide us with Endless Possibilities.
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DR. MICHAEL STEPHENSON Lawson R-XIV Superintendent
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Freshman Elena Mason and junior Makynzee Hubbard play the vibraphone during the drumline performance at the homecoming pep assembly Sept. 22. Photo by Karen Johnson
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Southwest Using Its neW spAce
Back to School Photo Booth at Open House in the new commons at Southwest Elementary. Students play in PE with Mr. Florea in the new Southwest Gym. Ms. Andee Riley oversees this group of students during indoor recess in the “old gym.”
Board of Education members along with superintendent Dr. Michael Stephenson, former superintendent Roger Schmitz, Chamber of Commerce members, principal Christina Cross, and assistant principal Ida Kemper participate in a ribbon cutting ceremony Aug. 15. Photos courtesy of Christina Cross, Anita Duncan and Karen Johnson
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October 4 PTO Public Mtg. 7 p.m. 6 3rd Grade Grandparents Day 1 p.m. 21 Trunk or Treat - (in conjunction with Lawson Park Board Fall Festival) 31 Fall Party 1:45-2:45 p.m.
10-17 Coloring Contest - Winner Announced Nov. 27 10 2nd Gr. Grandparents’ Day at 1 p.m. 17 4th Gr. Grandparents’ Day 1 p.m. 21 Kindergarten Grandparents’ Day 1 p.m. December 1 PTO Pancakes with Santa 5-7 p.m. 19 Winter Party 1:45-2:45 p.m.
November
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At southWest?
Flying to NewHeigHts
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with my family, traveling, and reading.
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: Meeting all of our students and helping make it a great school year. What is your favorite part of this job?:
Working with a great staff!
soutHwest elementary
District welcomes 12 new administrators, faculty and staff members to the district.
Hobbies/Interests: Anything involving a bonfire
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: Helping the kids have an incredible 202324 year
What is your favorite part of this job?: Working with Mr. Zahl
lawson middle scHool
Southwest Elementary School
First Grade Teacher
Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, drinking coffee, shopping
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: To see my kids grow!
What is your favorite part of this job?:
The love this town has for their school.
Southwest Elementary School Building Aide
Hobbies/Interests: Crafting, crocheting, reading and family
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
Homecoming, senior Citizen Thanksgiving dinner, Christmas choral concerts, Winter & Spring sports, Prom,
Southwest Elementary School
Second Grade Teacher
Hobbies/Interests: Pickle ball and plants
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: To work in a small school district
What is your favorite part of this job?: Being able to create relationships with my students
all of the end of the year activities and graduation
What is your favorite part of this job?: Working with all five grades at the elementary school and being surrounded by supportive and positive co-workers
Hobbies/Interests: I like to attend sporting events (mostly my daughter’sat this stage in life). Concerts, gardening/plants
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: Getting to know each of my students and helping them grow as individuals. What is your favorite part of this job?: Building positive relationships with students.
Lawson Middle School Counselor in Training
(Graduate May 2024 - NWMSU)
Hobbies/Interests:
Watching my daughter play softball, traveling, fishing, camping, and being outside.
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: The relationships I will build and helping students reach their goals.
What is your favorite part of this job?:
The students and staff I work with.
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WHITNEY STOCK
GRACIE FISHER
MACKENZI STEPHAN
JENNIFER SIEBERT
KEVIN KEETON Lawson Middle School Asst. Principal & District A.D.
IDA KEMPER Southwest Elementary School Assistant Principal
APRIL ROBERTS Lawson Middle School Special Education
adminstrators take on new roles
Lawson High School
Special Education Teacher & Jr. Class Sponsor
lawson HigH scHool
Southwest Elementary School Principal
Former Position: SW
Elem. Asst. Principal
Yrs in a School Dist.:
This is my 19th year, all in Lawson.
Hobbies/Interests:
Watching my children play sports, being outdoors, and being with my family
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
I’m excited about the new opportunities that a school year brings and learning new things in my new role. What is your favorite part of this job?:
Being more involved with the students, parents, and staff at Southwest. Serving as an advocate for them all as we work together to reach our fullest potential!
Anything else you would like to add?:
Lawson has always served as a place where I have been supported and inspired as a professional and I only hope to preserve that tradition.
TRAVIS ZAHL
Lawson Middle School Principal
Former Position: LMS
Asst. Principal/District
A.D.
Yrs in a School Dist.: 22
Hobbies/Interests:
Fishing, University of Nebraska sports
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
Working with our middle school teachers to provide the best learning experience possible for our students.
What is your favorite part of this job?:
Helping teachers and students.
Anything else you would like to add?:
I’m so proud to be a Lawson Cardinal! We have amazing staff, students, and parents in the middle school.
BRITTANY SOUSLEY
Lawon Middle & High School School Nurse
Hobbies/Interests: I love traveling, reading, and gardening. When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
I’m excited to be part of this small-town community and to be able to support and assist with any medical needs.
What is your favorite part of this job?:
I think my favorite part of the job will be watching the students grow and develop as well as interacting and promoting good health practices to students and families.
Hobbies/Interests: Spending time with family, gardening/crafting
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
I’m excited about being in a new district and getting to know the community.
What is your favorite part of this job?:
The people I work with. Everyone has been so kind and helpful.
NATHAN PACK
Lawson High School
Hobbies/Interests: I love spending time with my family! I also love crafting.
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?: I am most excited to build relationships with my peers and my students.
I want to be the best teacher I can be!
What is your favorite part of this job?: 100%, the kids!! I have so much fun watching them learn!!
Art Teacher & Art Club Sponsor
Hobbies/Interests:
Painting, Basketball, Movies, Family and Faith
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
Relationships with my students and staff
What is your favorite part of this job?:
Just working with the students to help them develop their talents
Anything else you would like to add?: I am just so happy to be here at LHS.
Hobbies/Interests: Reading, going on girl trips with my daughters every year, growing plants in my greenhouse
When you think of the year ahead with Lawson School District, what are you most excited about?:
Helping kids feel confident in their school work and abilities.
What is your favorite part of this job?: The smile on kids’ faces when they overcome obstacles and reach their goals.
Eighth Grade Math Teacher & Lego League Sponsor
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KRISTEN SULLIVAN
TIFFANY TERRELL Lawson Middle School
CHRISTINA CROSS
AMY PAIR Lawson Middle School Paraprofessional & VP Booster Club
Gaga Over Additions
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The middle school had some great additions to it during the summer. First, there was a wrap added to the outside of the building. It really pops and students can still see out from the inside.
Some new activity areas were added that will allow fun opportunities to our fifth and sixth grade students during their bi-weekly ‘bonus time.’
Most recently, a wrap was added to the front door area and it now screams Cardinal Pride.
Health Room
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The health rooms are full of activity as we begin the new school year. We are excited to welcome our new nurse, Brittany Sousley, to the MS/HS health room and all the experience and energy she brings to her new role.
STUDENT HEALTH FORMS
• If your student has brought home a Student Health Form please fill it out and return to school as soon as possible. Even if you filled one out online, please fill out the paper copy also. We are working with a new computer program and we want to make sure that we don’t miss anything this first year. The information on this form helps us provide the best care for your student.
MEDICATIONS
• It is always best to medicate your child at home before or after school, but if that is not possible, a current Medication Authorization Form (for prescription and non-prescription medication) must be completed and returned to the nurse before any medication can be administered at school.
• Prescription medications must be in the original bottle or box (inhalers) with a label attached by a pharmacy that shows: name of student, name of medication, dosage/ dosing instructions, date purchased (must be a current prescription) and prescribing physician’s name.
• If your student will require non-prescription medication, it should be delivered to the nurse’s office in the original sealed bottle.
• All medication must be delivered to the school by a parent/guardian or other responsible adult—it should not be sent on the school bus or with the student.
WEATHER
• It’s warm when we start school but things change quickly. Please make sure that your student is dressed appropriately for the weather.
• Students can bring a water bottle with them—hydration is important in all seasons!
• When the weather starts getting cooler, help your student remember to pack a jacket or coat if you think there is a possibility that he/ she will be outside. Younger students might
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The brand new wrap placed on the outside of the LMS commons was one of the summer projects that took place at LMS. The front door was completed in September.
Wyatt Coleman and Izzy
Spencer play a game of tetherball on one of the two new poles. Dyanna Willoughby and Leland Linton provide encouragement. Willoughby and Linton face off in a game of ‘gaga ball’ in one of the pits put in at the middle school.
also benefit from having a change of clothes in their backpacks in case of any mishaps.
PREVENTION / FLU
• We all need to do what we can to prevent the spread of germs/infections.
• Along with frequent hand washing and covering coughs/sneezes, it is recommended that parents perform a daily/ morning assessment of their student(s) to help keep students and staff healthy and safe.
• If students have a temperature greater than 100 degrees and/or any symptoms that might spread germs or would keep them from being able to participate in class (vomiting, excessive coughing, etc.), please keep them home until they are symptom free for at least 24 hours without the aid of
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MCDA Summer Youth Honor Choirs
After great success in the 2022-2023 school year, Mrs. Covey is excited to see what this year has in store for the music department. As a conclusion to last year, 19 middle and high students had great success at the Missouri Choral Directors Association Summer Honor Choirs held in Springfield in July. A tradition of the summer honor choirs is to recognize legacy members of the program. For the first time ever, Lawson not only had one student recognized, but three. Emerson Yarbrough, a junior at Lawson High School, was recognized as a sevenyear member of the choirs and Allison Hochwender and Lila Tucker, also juniors at Lawson High School, were recognized as six-year members. Since the summer of 2009, Lawson has had over 107 students selected for these auditioned state-level honor choirs. Lawson is definitely making a musical legacy.
Increased Enrollment
The vocal music program is experiencing growth. Numbers had dwindled quite low over the past three years, but enrollment is on the rise. Over 70 students are singing in choir in grades 7-12. This is an increase of approximately 20 students from this time last year. Auditions for our 5/6 grade after school choir, Cardinal Chorale, took place in September and Mrs. Covey is encouraged that interest in this group will be high. Students will be showcasing their talents in numerous performances throughout the year. The first is scheduled for Wednesday,
medication.
• Flu season is just around the corner and an influenza vaccine might help prevent or lessen the effects of this illness.
IMMUNIZATIONS
• At the beginning of every year, we review immunization and health form records. If your student entered kindergarten/8th/12th grade, you need to make sure that the health room has been given a copy of required immunizations to ensure that your student is compliant and can remain in class.
• Many families in our district rely on the Ray County Health Department for immunizations and other services. The Health Department holds a clinic in Lawson at the Community Center on the fourth
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HS Piano Program Expands
In other exciting news is the expansion of the high school piano class. What started as a single semester class in Jan. 2022, has now turned into a year-long class. Students have the option of taking the class for a single semester or for the full year. Students come in with a variety of skill sets and progress at their own pace as the course continues. Students will perform an informal recital during the school day at the end of each semester to showcase what they have achieved.
NW All-District Choir
Seventeen Lawson High School students traveled to Missouri Western and auditioned for the Northwest AllDistrict Choir to be held Oct. 28 at Platte County HS. The students identified two major key signatures, sight read a melodic example and a harmonic example as well as performed a prepared solo for a panel of judges in a blind audition. Those students selected for this year’s ensemble are: Ava Briegel (12), Cara Siebert (11), Haley Hollon (12), Jacklyn Thompson (11), Josilyn Sandoval (11), Madelyn Hazlett (9), Aleah Johnson (10), Allison Hochwender (11), Haley Lewis (11), Lola Bolinger (10), Riley Smith (11), Vivien McQuerrey (11), and Cade Shafer (12). All juniors and seniors are now eligible to audition for the All-State choir to be held in January.
Friday of the month from 1-3 p.m. The Health Department also does immunizations by appointment at their office in Richmond, MO (816-776-5413).
CONTACT INFO
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Tina Murdock, RN at 816-5807272 or Brittany Sousley, RN at 816-5807279/7270.
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Student-athletes volunteer, freshening up the ‘L’ hillside along with other projects throughout the town.
Community connection
Lawson High School sports teams focused on some volunteer work this summer with the major project focusing on freshening up the L hillside on D highway. Volleyball, softball, wrestling (girls and boys), cheer, football, and baseball teams came together to haul rock, lay rock, paint, weed, muck, and pick up trash on and around the L hillside. The hillside was a project from 2015 that LHS came together
to create, and so now it has a major refresh due to the efforts of our current student athletes. Coach Gary Belcher also highlighted golf’s work with LYSA for a youth golf camp and with boys basketball working out at Wilderness Camp. Girls basketball, volleyball, and football have helped with the lighting ceremony for the city. Girls basketball also has a canned food drive every winter.
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The Blazing Cardinal Marching Band is excited to perform their 2023 field show, “Moana!”
Lawson Band Students have been hard at work preparing their show during band camp. Check it out at halftime of the next home football game.
COMING UP:
7th and 8th grade Lawson Band students performed at the Homecoming Parade. They are proud of this great tradition!
Beginning Band (6th Grade) is getting started! If you have a student interested in joining this successful program, contact Mr. Riley at rileys@lawsoncardinals.org.
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YeArBook stAff eArns nAtionAL recognition Golf Camp:
HigH scHool team members mentor young golfers
In conjunction with the Lawson Youth Sports Association and Hidden Valley Golf Course, our high school girls and boys players served as volunteers to host 66 youth campers attending our golf camp, including 34 five to eight-year-olds and 32 nine to thirteen-year-olds).
The 2023 Girls Golf team consists of the following athletes:
Seniors: Haley Hollon, Heidi Murdock, Hailey Rock and Ashton Walden
The 2023 Lanidrac yearbook was selected as part of the Walsworth Gallery of Excellence. Out of the approximately 4,000 schools across the nation for which Walsworth prints yearbooks, fewer than 5 percent of those schools—less than 200 across the whole country—earn a spot in the Gallery of Excellence.
Please congratulate the following
staff members: Baili Miller (12), Editor-in-Chief, Addison Shay (12), Design & Photo Editor, Ashton Walden (12), Assistant Photo Editor and Writers/Photographers Josie Briant (12), Jasmine Davis (Grad), Kadance James (11), Jordyn Jones (11), Jordyn McCown (11), Madison Nutter (11), Lily Ripley (11), Audrey Trout (11) and Max Watson (Grad).
Juniors: Makynzee Hubbard and Lily Ripley
Sophomores: Siren Jeffres, Aleah Johnson and Gabrielle Knoch
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ms cLAss Learns the Engineering Process Through a Challenge
Ms. Taylor Cotton’s 7th and 8th grade Special Projects class has already started to learn about the engineering process by competing in a quick challenge to build the tallest free-standing structure using limited materials: 10 pieces of white copy paper and 1 foot of masking tape. Partners were only allowed 15 minutes and were unable to use additional materials. We learned that sometimes failure is part of the process on the road to success! Photo by Taylor Cotton
Lmc grAnt for Audio & eBooks
Awarded
In July, the Lawson Middle/High Library Media Center received a $500 grant from the Walmart Community Foundation.. This grant was awarded from Walmart Facility #195 in Excelsior Springs, Mo. The grant money will be used to purchase audiobooks and ebooks for the SORA reading app that is provided by the Lawson Library Media Center to all students for their independent and educational reading needs. The grant will allow for more students to have access to reading materials on their personal devices free of charge and expand access to the audiobooks.
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pArents As teAchers Program Update
We have had a good amount of growth in the Parents as Teachers Program over the last two years! With that being said I would like to introduce you to our newest Parent Educator, Ms. Taylor Alberti. Some of you may be familiar with Ms. Alberti as she is our Early Childhood Special Education teacher at Southwest. She will be doing some family visits after school and in the evenings, helping plan and hold group events, helping with screenings and helping design/ update the PAT website and newsletters.
I am very excited to have Ms. Alberti as part of the Parents as Teachers program. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the program and I look forward to partnering with her! We now have room for even more families!
“It takes a village” is more than just a phrase to us. It is our goal to strengthen our Lawson Cardinal Village, by connecting with families, providing resources and personalized visits. We provide screenings for preschoolers prior to kindergarten entry. The screening gives us the ability to track the amazing growth your child will have over the next year. We also screen your child’s vision and hearing. Beyond screenings, we also provide personalized visits and group connections for all families with children prenatal to Kindergarten entry. This is a free service provided
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by the district to help assist families in all aspects of child rearing. I would love for your family to join our program and be part of our Lawson Cardinal Village! Please reach out for more information, or scan the QR Code and fill out the enrollment form. Once it has been submitted we will contact you to schedule a personal visit and get you started!
Kristina Meyer
Lawson R-XIV Parents as Teachers Meyerk@lawsoncardinals.org
816-580-7277
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Enrollment Form:
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Cardinal’s Nest is a childcare/preschool program for children 3-5 years of age. We are located in Southwest Elementary. This is the program’s 23rd year in service. We offer enrollment to the Lawson School District staff first then any available openings after that are filled by the community. Preschoolaged children love to learn, so our activities focus on “hands-on” sensory experiences to help them understand concepts as we emphasize pre reading skills, problem solving as well as oral and written language skills. Cooperative learning enhances social skills, while our projects focus on the process not the product. It is our goal to have open communication every step of the way as we provide care and education. This
includes helping teach children lessons that will last throughout their lives like sharing, cooperation, self confidence and respect for others. Since they are learning by doing, it’s both fun and educational at the same time. Cardinal’s Nest is in full swing with full enrollment for this year. We have 16 fun, energetic friends who are eager to learn. Our program is directed by Bobbi Quick and assisted by Mendy Hedges and Traci Calvert. We currently have nine returning Nesters and seven new friends. We are looking forward to a super fun year and learning new things. For inquiries regarding our program, please call Southwest Elementary and speak to one of our secretaries at 580-7272.
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ALMOST HALF OF 2023 GRADS QuALiFy FOR A+ Lawson High School:
BACKGROUND
Lawson High School has been a proud A+ designated school since the early ‘90s, providing 1000+ LHS students with the opportunity to pursue post-secondary education without the cost of tuition.
CLASS OF 2023
• Throughout the course of the last academic year (Summer ‘22, Fall ‘22 and ‘Spring 23) Lawson High School Graduates received a combined $99,764 in financial benefits from Metropolitan Community Colleges alone.
• Graduating class of 2023 had 32/66 qualify for A+ funds
DEADLINE
• Students must sign up for the A+ Schools program by Dec. 1 of the student’s senior year.
REQUIREMENTS
• Attend a designated A+ School at least two (2) years prior to graduation.
• Graduate from a designated A+ School with a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Maintain at least a 95% average attendance record during all four years of high school.
• Maintain a record of good citizenship and avoidance of
Lawson R-XIV School District
(816) 580-7277
Dr. Michael Stephenson, Superintendent
Rob Kellam, Board President
Tyson Miller, Director Student Services
Southwest Elementary
(816) 580-7272
Christina Cross, Principal & District P.R.
Ida Kemper, Assistant Principal
Lawson Middle School
(816) 580-7279
Travis Zahl, Principal
Kevin Keeton, Asst. Principal & District
A.D.
Lawson High School
(816) 580-7270
Daniel Petet, Principal Tara Crawford, Asst. Principal & A+ Coord.
Karen Johnson, Newsletter Compiler
Cardinal Connection
Lawson R-XIV School District
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the unlawful use of alcohol and drugs.
• Perform at least 50 hours of unpaid tutoring or mentoring for younger students.
• Complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the funds that do not require repayment. (Parental income and financial need are NOT factors for A+ tuition incentives reimbursement. The FAFSA must be completed during the senior year.)
• Score Advanced or Proficient on the Algebra I End of Course Examination or complete a state approved alternative to the Algebra I End of Course Exam.
• Note: All funds for the A+ Schools Program are subject to annual state budgetary appropriations.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
• Contact Tara Crawford, A+ Coordinator, at Lawson High School (580-7270).
• Paperwork regarding the program and enrollment may be picked up in the high school office, or by visiting the www.lawsoncardinals. org and clicking on the Student Tab, then the A+ link. The A+ link will then redirect you to a wide variety of helpful resources.
Lawson School District Website lawsoncardinals.org
2023-24 School Calendar
https://bit.ly/Lawson23-24Calendar
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