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
Football Week 9 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. Joe Koeberl. Mr. Koeberl is the 8th Grade History teacher at Lawson Middle School. Mr. Koeberl does a great job keeping his students engaged in History class. The seniors appreciate his hard work and dedication in the classroom. Mr. Koeberl also does an amazing job of announcing a variety of sporting events for the Lawson School District. Thank you, Mr. Koeberl, for all you do for the Lawson School District! #WeAreLawson
SAVE THE DATE - Lawson High School and Middle School - 2024 Veterans Day Breakfast and Celebration (FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2024).
We are honored to welcome our veterans, active-duty military, and their special guests on Friday, November 8, 2024, as guests for our Veterans Day Breakfast and Celebration. Breakfast will begin at 8:30 a.m., and our celebration ceremony will follow in our high school gymnasium.
More information will be provided as the date approaches. We look forward to seeing you at this year's breakfast and celebration.
Lawson Cardinal Stadium Complex Closed - BEGINNING 10/22
Our athletic stadium complex, including the football field, track, and softball field, will be closed to all foot traffic beginning on the morning of Tuesday, October 22. This is due to the resealing and painting of the track and runways. The stadium will remain closed through the process, with an anticipated reopening date of November 12.
The project is being completed as part of the April 2024 Bond - Scope of Work.
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 Mrs. Deana Gobble! Mrs. Gobble is a Kindergarten teacher at Southwest Elementary. She has been teaching kindergarten at Southwest for 27 years. This is her 36th year of teaching in the Lawson School District. Throughout her tenure, Mrs. Gobble has made a tremendous impact on countless students! Thank you, Mrs. Gobble, for your incredible dedication to students in the Lawson School District! #WeAreLawson
Football Week 7 Teacher/Staff Member Of The Week:
The Lawson Football program is happy to announce the week 7 Teacher/Staff member of the week. This week, the seniors chose Mrs. Lisa Baney! Mrs. Baney is the ISS and Launch instructor at Lawson High School. According to the seniors, Mrs. Baney is very good at engaging with and supporting the students at Lawson High School. Thank you, Mrs. Baney, for all you do for students at Lawson High. #WeAreLawson
Attendance Matters:
School attendance is crucial for several reasons, impacting a student’s academic success and social and emotional development. Here are three key reasons why it matters:
Academic Achievement - Learning Opportunities: Regular attendance ensures that students have consistent access to the curriculum and classroom instruction, essential for learning new concepts and skills.
Building Good Habits - Discipline and Responsibility: Regular attendance helps students develop positive habits like punctuality and responsibility, which are vital skills in school and future work environments.
Social and Emotional Development - Peer Relationships: Consistent attendance allows students to build and maintain peer relationships, which is vital for their social development.
Overall, school attendance is a strong predictor of student success and well-being. It influences academic progress and prepares students for future challenges in life.
Sincerely,
Dr. Michael Stephenson
Superintendent of Schools
We are excited to announce that Ben Mayne has completed his Eagle Scout Project to create sheltered seating in the Bonus/Recess Time area for the Middle School!
This project took over 150 hours of work from planning to completing, including volunteers, donors, and personal efforts. Ben hopes the bench fills the need for shade, a place of rest, and a place to build friendships for the school and community.
#WeAreLawson
