📢 Showing Up MATTERS! 🎯 Attendance = Success! ✅
Did you know that attendance is the #1 skill for success in school, work, and life? 🌟
✅ Showing up builds responsibility – Employers, colleges, and opportunities favor those who are reliable.
✅ Consistency creates success – The more you're present, the more you learn, grow, and achieve.
✅ Opportunities come to those who show up – You can’t win the game if you’re not on the field!
Your future starts with one simple step: SHOW UP! 💪🏽🏆 #AttendanceMatters #ShowUpToGrowUp #SuccessStartsWithShowingUp #WeAreLawson
2025-2026 Employment Opportunities
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU're HERE!!!
Click to learn more:https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
All evening activities and events are canceled. Campuses will remain closed until 6am Thursday, February 6th.
This week marks National School Counseling Week! We want to recognize our amazing school counselors for all they do each day to support our students, families, and staff! We appreciate you!
There will be NO SCHOOL today, Wednesday, February 5th. Campuses are closed to all activities until further notice.
Congratulations to Our Concert Band and Select Choir!
We are incredibly proud of our Concert Band and Select Choir for their outstanding performances at the Missouri Music Educators Association Conference at Margaritaville in the Lake of the Ozarks!
Being selected for this prestigious event is like winning the state championship in music education—a true testament to their talent, dedication, and hard work. Our musicians and directors represented our school and community with excellence, performing on one of the biggest stages for music in Missouri.
Thank you to everyone who supported them on this journey. Congratulations on this incredible achievement!
#StateChampsOfMusic #Proud #MusicExcellence #MMEA #WeAreLawson
Immediate Opening: Paraprofessional Support Position
📍 Location: Southwest Elementary Building
🗓 Start Date: ASAP
⏳ Employment Type: Full-time
Job Overview:
Southwest Elementary seeks a dedicated and compassionate paraprofessional to provide immediate support to students and teachers. This position will assist with classroom instruction, student supervision, and individualized support for students with diverse learning needs.
Application and additional information can be found on the district website. Click https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page to learn more and to apply.
Lawson School District Announces Approval of Contract with Excel Construction for New Administrative Office Suite and Main Entrance
Lawson School District is thrilled to officially announce the approval of an exciting construction project that will enhance functionality and security at Southwest Elementary School. Plans are underway to develop a state-of-the-art administrative office suite and a redesigned main school entrance.
This project, approved by the Lawson Board of Education, reflects a commitment to providing an improved experience for students, staff, and visitors. The new administrative suite will feature modernized workspaces for school personnel, an upgraded conference room, and enhanced technology to streamline operations. The redesigned main entrance will also prioritize accessibility and safety, ensuring a welcoming and secure environment.
Key Features of the Project Include:
*Expanded Administrative Offices: Designed with efficiency and collaboration in mind, the new office suite will provide ample space for staff and streamline administrative functions.
*Modernized Security Enhancements: The new entrance will include updated security measures, including controlled access points, to ensure the safety of students and staff.
*Improved Visitor Experience: A welcoming reception area and clear navigation will make the school more accessible for families and community members.
*Aesthetic and Functional Upgrades: The design will blend seamlessly with the existing architecture while incorporating contemporary elements.
“This project represents a significant step forward for Southwest Elementary and our community,” said Mrs. Cross, Principal of Southwest Elementary School. “The new administrative suite and main entrance will enhance our ability to support students’ educational journeys while ensuring their safety and comfort. We’re grateful for the support of our community for making this vision a reality.”
The Southwest project is one of several initiatives designated for completion as part of the No Tax Increase Bond passed by the Lawson community in April 2024. The construction is scheduled to begin in March 2025 and is expected to be completed by July 2025. The construction timeline will ensure no interruption of daily school operations during the build process.
Lawson School District is committed to informing the community as the project progresses. Regular updates, including timelines and milestones, will be shared via the school’s website and communication channels.
Check out the before and after of our Blazing Cardinals Band Trailer. It's great to know we will look as good as we sound when we hit the road. #WeAreLawson #BlazingCardinals
2025-2026 Employment Opportunities
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU're HERE!!!
Click to learn more:https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Due to extreme temperatures and concerns for student safety on buses, there will be no school tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Reminder that there will be no school on Monday, January 20th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Southwest is looking for new Nesters! Information about the 2025-26 preschool program at Southwest is below. Families that are residents of the Lawson School District and have a child(ren) who will be three before August 1, 2025 are eligible. Interested families should use the link or the QR code on the flyer to register for a screening.
https://bit.ly/3Zy0jG2?r=qr
(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.)
Please contact Southwest Elementary's office (816) 580-7272 if you have any questions.
Alternate Bus Routes will be in effect all week. Those impacted riders have been informed of alternative plans by their bus driver or the Durham-Lawson Transportation Director.
📢 Breaking News from Lawson School District: Day 4 of Snowy Shenanigans looks unavoidable! 🌨️ - No School Today, Friday (1-10-25)
Attention students, parents, and staff: Due to the continued efforts of Mother Nature to outdo herself, Lawson School District is calling its 4th consecutive snow day! At this point, we’re starting to wonder if the snow has hired its own personal bodyguard to keep us home.
🎿 Suggested Activities for Today:
Build an igloo and name it "Lawson Academy of Snow Studies."
Teach your pets to sled. Bonus points if they learn to mush.
Create a snowman that looks like your favorite teacher – but remember, flattery gets you extra credit!
Don’t forget to keep warm, stay safe, and maybe, just maybe, take a moment to think about that late homework you still haven't turned in for 1st semester. (It's good that your semester grades have not been finalized yet.)
Stay tuned for Monday's exciting update, which may or may not include us officially renaming January to "Snowvember."
See you… eventually!
-Lawson School District 🛷❄️
With continued safety concerns regarding our most rural bus routes, there will be NO SCHOOL on Thursday, 1-9-25.
Due to inclement weather, there is NO SCHOOL tomorrow, Wednesday (1-8-25).
Inclement Weather / School Cancelation - UPDATE 1-5-25
Dear Cardinals,
As anticipated, the winter storm has created significant challenges across our region. To ensure everyone’s safety and a smooth start to the second semester of the 2024–2025 school year, we have adjusted our schedule as follows:
Updated Schedule
• Monday, January 6, 2025: All campuses and facilities will remain closed.
• Tuesday, January 7, 2025: Staff in-service day (rescheduled from January 6).
• Wednesday, January 8, 2025: Students return to school (rescheduled from January 7).
These adjustments prioritize the well-being of our students and staff while allowing adequate time to prepare for a successful start to the semester.
We are optimistic that weather and road conditions will improve by midweek, but we will monitor the situation closely. Decisions regarding team practices on Monday and Tuesday will be made as more information becomes available.
Our goal is to ensure the safety of all students and staff while keeping families informed to help with planning. Please stay tuned to district communications for further updates.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this together.
Dr. Stephenson
Lawson School Campuses and Facilities will be closed to all access beginning at 5pm 1/4/25. They will remain closed until the winter storm has passed, and we can clear parking lots and sidewalks for safe passage. We will share additional information about our return to school once we have more information on road conditions.
