It's always a great day to be a Cardinal... but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
*Elementary Paraprofessional
Click the link to learn more and to apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Happy April Southwest families! Please keep up with all the things happening by reading our newest edition of The Southwest Flyer!
https://www.smore.com/n/wdqfy
It's always a great day to be a Cardinal... but it's better WHEN YOU'RE HERE!!!
Current 2024-2025 Openings:
*HS ELA
*Elementary Teacher
Click the link to learn more and to apply. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Heartfelt Thanks for Supporting the School Bond Initiative
Dear Lawson Community,
On behalf of the Lawson R-XIV students, staff, and board of education, I express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you, our valued community members, for your unwavering support in passing the recent school bond initiative. Your commitment to our community's education system speaks volumes about your dedication to the well-being and future success of our children and our community.
The overwhelming support we received for the bond initiative demonstrates a shared belief in the importance of investing in our schools and providing our students with the resources they need to thrive. Your approval has paved the way for crucial improvements and advancements in our educational infrastructure, ensuring a brighter future for our entire school community.
Your support benefits our current students and enriches the community by fostering an environment where learning and growth are valued and prioritized. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for our community's future prosperity and success.
Once again, thank you for your incredible support and for recognizing the significance of investing in education. Your generosity and commitment to our schools are not just for today but for the future.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Dr. Michael Stephenson,
Superintendent of Schools
Lawson R-XIV
Last call for Kindergartners! Our final round up night is scheduled for Wednesday, April 24th. Please plan to stop by to complete your enrollment!
The Lawson R-XIV School District wants to remind you to vote tomorrow, Tuesday, April 2, 2024. The District will have a No-Tax-Increase Bond issue on the ballot. The money from this bond issue will be used to Maintain Existing Facilities, Enhance Safety Measures, Modernize Classroom Tech and Equipment, and Improve Accessibility for those with Disabilities.
Thank you.
Click the Community Presentation link for more information: https://5il.co/2hfw3
Click the link to review the Community Meeting presentation from Tuesday, March 26.
https://5il.co/2hfw3
What will the cost be for individual taxpayers if the issue is passed?
Thanks to sound financial management, Lawson R-XIV can ask for a bond without raising taxes.
The $6 million bond will not require an increase in the district’s current debt service levy. Approval of the April Bond Issue will continue at the current .95 cents levy, the set rate since the mid-1990s. This is a result of the sound stewardship of past superintendents and Boards of Education in finding opportunities for refinancing existing bonds for better rates and making early pre-payments on principal. We will continue carefully monitoring our debt and interest rates to save taxpayer dollars.
Q. What will the cost be for individual taxpayers if the issue is passed?
A. Thanks to sound financial management, Lawson R-XIV can ask for a bond without raising taxes.
The $6 million bond will not require an increase in the district’s current debt service levy. Approval of the April Bond Issue will continue at the current .95 cents levy, the set rate since the mid-1990s. This is a result of the sound stewardship of past superintendents and Boards of Education in finding opportunities for refinancing existing bonds for better rates and making early pre-payments on principal. We will continue carefully monitoring our debt and interest rates to save taxpayer dollars.
Click the link to review the Community Meeting Presentation from Tuesday, March 26. https://5il.co/2hfw3
Current Classified Job Openings
*Evening Custodian
The Lawson R-XIV School District is seeking a dedicated Evening Custodian to join our team and contribute to maintaining our facilities to the highest standards.
Click the link to learn more and apply: https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/employment-page
Community Informational Meeting
Tuesday, March 26th at 6:30 pm
Lawson Middle School Commons
Please join us to learn about the upcoming April 2, 2024 No Tax Rate Increase Bond issue.
Community Informational Meeting
Tuesday, March 26th at 6:30 pm
Lawson Middle School Commons
Please join us to learn about the upcoming April 2, 2024 No Tax Rate increase bond issue. We’ll discuss the process by which our plan was made and answer questions related to the plan and proposed projects. We hope to see you there!
We are 3 weeks away from the Lawson R-XIV bond election.
To find the answer to Frequently Asked Questions please visit.
https://5il.co/2ejfw
Hey Cardinals, are you aware that you have access to so much school information in the palm of your hand?
You can download and use the Lawson School app to keep track of lunch menus, announcements, activities, and events. You can also access the school district website and stay up-to-date on many other items. Check it out; it is a great tool for staying informed.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3Enkb5N
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3T1aNsA
Thank you to all of our students and parents for making Book Fair a magical time in promoting reading! Both our Fall and Spring fairs were a great success in helping add new books to our elementary library. We sold over 1200 books at the Book Fair to families! I can't wait to get new title options in students hands soon. In library class we were also able to zoom conference with several authors and illustrators leading up to the fair. I enjoy partnering with all families in encouraging a love of reading.
Lawson R-XIV School District
NO TAX INCREASE BOND ISSUE
PLEASE VOTE ON APRIL 2ND!
Long-range planning efforts identified multiple areas of need within district facilities. Maintaining Existing Facilities, Enhancing Safety Measures, Modernizing Classroom Tech and Equipment, and Improving Accessibility for those with Disabilities are top priorities for our students, staff, and the Lawson R-XIV community.
Click the link to access additional information. https://www.lawsoncardinals.org/page/april-2-2024-bond-issue
Don't forget you can stay up to date with the latest student stories, events,
and news updates. It's everything Lawson, in your pocket. If
you haven't already, download the app!
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3Enkb5N
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3T1aNsA
Happy March Southwest families! Please keep up with all the things happening by reading our March edition of The Southwest Flyer!
https://www.smore.com/n/re681x
Our first Kindergarten enrollment night is TONIGHT! Join us from 5-6p in the Southwest Cafeteria (east entrance.)
