We are inching closer to completion of our SW FEMA Shelter project. #WeAreLawson
Please help welcome Ms. Makenzi Stephan! She will be joining Southwest this fall. See her full story: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BBnJWARIUDOSByybhKeivwH3PrJ0kku-/view?usp=share_link
Congratulations go out to our newest members of Lawson High School's National Honor Society. We had a group of 17 outstanding sophomores and juniors inducted last night. To be selected, a student must have earned at least a 3.75 unweighted GPA over at least three semesters of high school, submit an application detailing leadership, activities, and service activities, and be approved through a faculty council.
Congratulations to them and thank you to our experienced NHS members for all of their help last night.
Students at the High School in Mrs. Harrold's World History class did a simulation to prevent WWI. After learning about the causes of WWI, the students had to work within their government's guidelines to come up with a peace proposal. They had time to negotiate with other diplomats from other countries. In the end, each of the four classes came up with peace plans that did not end up working out, and WWI ended up happening after all due to the number and types of causes (one class inadvertently started WWI in another way, and another class partly started WWII by mirroring British actions in the 1930s).
Middle School student, Barrett Krieger, was recognized by MSHSAA with an excellence in writing award on which famous person had a positive influence on society. Mrs. Dreesen had over 20 students participate in this essay competition! Congrats Barrett!
The 6th graders finished their
unit on Ancient Africa with the African game, Mancala. It was set up tournament style to celebrate our own version of March Madness.
Please help us welcome Mrs. Whitney Stock! She has been selected to serve as the new Middle School Counselor to replace Mrs. Susan Edwards who is retiring. See her full story: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HYq7mKWty9GJTdBW8sAER9FIqz_pIpm2/view?usp=share_link
Lawson Middle School held the last Trading Card event for 5th grade students on Wednesday, March 22. Trading Cards is a year-long activity matching high school seniors and the 5th grade class with a focus on positive character traits, making safe decisions, and saying no to underage alcohol and tobacco use. The senior Trading Card students were: Kira Phipps, Carsyn McPheeters, Anna Tucker, Elaina Hurst, Rylan Cress, Myah Stamper, Spencer Estes, Shelby Starliper, Caydence Calvert, Alexis Reeves, Aubrey Cox, Maggie Thompson, Anna Harrold, Gavon Thummel,and Maryanna Bolinger.
Please help us welcome Mrs. Ida Kemper! She has been selected to serve as the new Southwest Assistant Principal for the 2023-2024 school year. See her full story: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1i4QaMxZc6w_WRVPiLSlNTinWpEbZXCM3/view?usp=share_link
Lawson staff took a little field trip today to Main Event! They took a little detour from their usual collaboration day and instead were treated to a fun day enjoying each other's company, some friendly competition, and catered to a yummy lunch!
We are excited to announce that the Lawson Board of Education has selected Mrs. Christina Cross to serve as the new Southwest Elementary Principal. Mrs. Cross has been serving Southwest Elementary for the last eighteen years as the Southwest Assistant Principal and has taught multiple grade levels. She will be filling the vacancy of Mrs. Megan Owens, current Southwest Principal, who is retiring.
"I am humbled, thankful, and excited for the opportunity to continue to serve Southwest students, families and staff! Southwest is a truly a special place full of special people. I look forward to supporting our building as we work to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the district."
On Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, the FRC Robotics team traveled to Olathe South to compete in the Heartland Regional Competition. Members participating in this event were Hunter Ware, Will Mason, David Doolittle, Emma Watson, Dallen Barnett, Gabby Barnhill, Dryden Kistner, Makynzee Hubbard, Mason Henson, Kade Gutierrez, and Drake Gettings.
CONGRATULATIONS TO YOUR FIRST ROBOTICS COMPETITION HEARTLAND REGIONAL 2023 WINNERS-----LAWSON HIGH SCHOOL ROBOTICS TEAM #2457 THE LAW!
This is the first time in 10 years that the team has won an FRC Regional Competition. This qualifies the team to compete in the FRC WORLDS COMPETITION in Houston, Texas. This competition runs from 04/19 through 04/22.
Reminder: No School tomorrow 3/20 for scheduled Teacher Collaboration Day
LHS Teacher, Gayle Livingston Announces Retirement. See her full story: https://drive.google.com/file/d/18XHh3zvW0MhOC9x1v6rPekAU1sfqxnwk/view?usp=share_link
Reminder that we are on our Quarter Recess - No School today, March 17th and Monday, March 20th. We will see students back in class on Tuesday, March 21st!
Mrs. Megan Owens, Southwest Principal, Announces Retirement. See her full story: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10Za2Gfm5kQdUMk129ex8owVnYxiYyp_Q/view?usp=share_link
March Board Spotlights: The board spotlighted former LHS Principal, Mr. Don Edwards. He will be inducted into the Missouri Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2023. Prior to serving in Lawson he had a longstanding successful history as a basketball coach. Next, the board highlighted Mr. John Defries, Lawson resident who was recognized recently at the state wrestling tournament by MSHSAA for 25 years of service as an official. And finally, they recognized Ms. Christina Conrick, Southwest Elementary's Computers Teacher, who was nominated and awarded the Lawson VFW's Teacher of the Year award for her demonstration of patriotism with student groups during and outside the school day. The Board of Education congratulates our March spotlight recipients for their accomplishments and for representing the Lawson community with class.
LHS Theater Announces Spring Play - Pirates of the Great Lakes! Mark your calendars!🗓🗓
APRIL 21ST, 22ND, & 23RD
$3 for Students - $5 for General Public
Sellers Performing Arts Center - Lawson High School
APRIL 21ST & 22ND Doors Open at 6:30 Show Starts at 7.
APRIL 23RD Doors Open at 3:30 Show Starts at 4.
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The year is 1782 and Johann Andreas' family business on the shores of Lake Huron is in trouble. For some reason nobody wants to stay at "Andreas Wasp Infested Inn." Luckily for Johann, Captain Short Fuse Composure arrives on the scene, having been stranded by a band of pirates who mistook Michigan for an island. In his possession is a treasure map, and he promises Johann a share of the loot if he can assemble a crew and reach the treasure in advance of his arch-rival, the dreaded Burgundy Beard. Between dealing with Captain Short Fuse Composure's fear of North Atlantic Sea Tigers, an idiotic crew, and a complete lack of knowledge about the sea, will it be possible for Johann to find the treasure, get the girl, charm her father, stop tripping over things, and save his family business?
Daylight Savings Time begins tomorrow, March 12th!
