We want to take a moment and say "Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day" to our dedicated school bus drivers, monitors, and supervisors for what you do each day to ensure our students are transported safely to and from home and many, many sporting events and other school activities. Your dedication to our students is appreciated, and we thank you for the early morning, the later nights, and everything in between. #WeArelawson
Our February Board Spotlight was shinned on senior Cade Shafer for his recent selection to the Missouri All-State Choir and 5th Grader Penelope Petet for her selection to the All-State Children's Choir. #WeAreLawson
The Lawson School District has set sail on an exciting journey today. With the expertise and assistance of the leading curriculum design team (StepUp), we are digging into the DNA of our academic success and setting our sights on great things to come. Our students deserve it and our community expects it. #WeAreLawson
Our final couple of 2024 Valentine's Day Cardinal Love Birds is Kristie and Tyson Miller. The Millers have been married for 20 years and together for 21 years.
Tyson the the Director of Student Services for the Lawson School District, and Kristie is a paraprofessional in the Lawson Middle School.
The two met in Ft. Irwin, CA.
As a couple, the Millers enjoy spending time together traveling and RVing
A fun fact about the couple is that they are taking a cruise to Iceland and Greenland this coming summer for our 20th anniversary.
Our 5th couple of 2024 Valentine's Day Cardinal Love Birds are Tara and Caleb Crawford. The Crawfords have been married for 5.5 years and have been together for 8 years.
Caleb is a history teacher, and Tara is the assistant principal at Lawson High School.
The two met in the Lawson High School gym on the first day of girl's basketball camp.
As a couple, the Crawfords enjoy home improvement projects and golfing.
A fun fact about the Crawfords is they went to Memphis for their honeymoon to see Justin Timberlake in concert.
Our 4th Cardinals couple is Katie and Tyler Martin. The Martins have been married for 11.5 years and together for 16 years.
Tyler is a technology support assistant for the Lawson School District, and Katie is a family consumer science teacher at the Lawson High School.
The two met while working together at a computer lab at UCM campus in Warrensburg, MO.
As a couple, the Martins enjoy spending time with their kids, watching movies, and rooting for the KC Chiefs.
A fun fact about the couple is that just like the KC Chiefs' Back-to-Back Super Bowl wins, their birthdays are Back-to-Back. (January 11th and January 12th)
Our 3rd Cardinals Couple is Heather and Joe Koeberl. The Koeberls have been married for 25 years and together for 30 years.
Joe is an 8th-grade history teacher, and Heather is a 5th-grade reading teacher at the Lawson Middle School.
The two met while attending Northwest Missouri State University (NWMSU)
As a couple, the Koeberls enjoy treasure hunting, traveling/sightseeing, and chauffeuring their daughter.
A fun fact about the couple is Joe proposed to Heather at NWMSU Homecoming halftime on the 50-yard line.
Our 2nd Cardinals Couple is Chrissy and Daniel Nutter. The Nutters have been married for 18 years and together for 20 years.
Daniel is a special education teacher, and Chrissy is a 5th-grade science teacher at the Lawson Middle School.
The two met while teaching across the hall at Kearney Junior High.
As a couple, the Nutters enjoy going out for a weekly dinner date.
A fun fact about the couple is that for 415 consecutive days, they have done a daily devotion together.
Happy Valentine's Day 2024
In honor of Valentine's Day 2024, we are proud to recognize some of our Lawson Cardinal Love Birds.
Our 1st Cardinals Couple is Kristie and Dan Dreesen. The Dreesens have been married for 28 years and together for 30 years.
Dan is a 7th-grade social studies teacher, and Kristie is a 7th-grade English teacher at the Lawson Middle School.
The two met while attending Northwest Missouri State University (NWMSU)
As a couple, the Dreesens enjoy working with animal rescue programs.
A fun fact about the couple is that they have worked as a tag team for the past 28 years to raise 7 kids and rescue/foster/raise umpteen animals.
Lawson Board of Education Approves Cardinals Nest Preschool - Fall 2024
The Lawson Board of Education (BOE) announces the approval of expanding Early Childhood Programming to include a state-approved preschool for children ages three and four beginning in Fall 2024. The Lawson BOE was unanimous in its approval (7-0), with an understanding that investing in early learning programs ensures young children have a strong foundation for success in school and life.
The Lawson BOE identified "Exploring the expansion of Early Childhood Learning Opportunities for preschool-aged students." as a 2023-24 Priority Goal for the District. Expanding early childhood learning goals were created due to the understanding of the importance of having our students "kindergarten ready." Kindergarten readiness doesn't just mean physical and academic skills; it also means social and emotional development. The 2024-25 school year will usher in full-day Cardinals Nest preschool for students ages three and four. Our preschool classes will be operated by certified early childhood teachers and follow state-approved learning standards. This new program will be available to our resident families at no cost. Admission into the program will be limited and based on needs assessments. Dr. Stephenson stated, “We desire to grow this program over the coming years to maximize the learning of our youngest Cardinals so they each have the tools required to enter the traditional K-12 systems and be academically and socially ready to excel as learners.”
Screening dates are scheduled for February 26, February 28, and March 4. Alternative dates may be scheduled through the Southwest Elementary Office.
Resident families of the Lawson School District interested in attending preschool in Fall 2024 must complete an enrollment packet and schedule a screening. Please contact Southwest Elementary's office (816) 580-7272 to request a packet and schedule a screening. Screenings can also be scheduled by using the attached QR code. (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.)
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
*Elementary Teacher
*HS/MS Science Teacher
*HS/MS Library Media Specialist
Click the link to learn more and to apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Reminder that we will be observing Presidents' Day and will have a no school day for Teacher Collaboration.
Please help us thank our school counselors for all they do for our school community.
Ms. Lynn Smithmier - Lawson High School
Mrs. Whitney Stock - Lawson Middle School
Mrs. Marissa Schmidt - Southwest Elementary
National School Counseling Week 2024 is Feb. 5-9. The week, sponsored by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA), highlights the unique contribution of school counselors within U.S. school systems and the tremendous impact they can have in helping students achieve school success and plan for a career.
Learn more about the role of this necessary profession: https://shorturl.at/pvxGH.
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
Agriculture Education / FFA Advisor - New Position for 2024-2025
Elementary Teacher
HS Assistant Principal
HS Science Teacher
Click the link to learn more and to apply.
https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Best of luck to our FTC Robotics Team. The team is in action today competing in the KC East FTC League Tournament at Staley High School. #WeAreLawson
Summer School 2024 Employment Opportunities
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal...but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
We are actively seeking candidates for the following 2024 SUMMER SCHOOL positions.
Summer School - Nurse
Summer School - Building Secretary
Click the link to learn more. Use the Classified Staff Positions link to apply.
Selected LHS students participated in William Jewell's Windfest this past weekend. They spent Saturday working on music as a whole band and also in ensemble format. They presented a concert on Sunday afternoon to showcase their hard work!
LHS students (L-R): Alyse Gilmore, Dylan Spor, Haley Lewis, Paxton Warren, Makynzee Hubbard, Gabrielle Knoch, Will Mason, David Doolittle, Cassadi Osborn
Due to inclement weather, there will be No School, today Tuesday January 23, 2024, in the Lawson School District.
It might be cold outside but things are sure warming up in the Southwest Elementary Gym. Without a doubt, our LYSA basketball program has a great space to let our future Cardinal Ballers learn the game of basketball. We are appreciative of our community for their continuous support #WeAreLawson
