Community involvement is one of the keys to the success of the Lawrence Public Schools. Our schools enjoy active parent participation in classrooms, parent-teacher organizations, site councils, student clubs and other activities. It's not uncommon for Lawrence elementary schools to see 100% participation at parent-teacher conference time.
Private citizens and local businesses contribute financially to the Lawrence Schools Foundation to support high-quality early childhood education programs and to enrich the education provided all students in the Lawrence Public Schools. The local business community also helps our schools prepare students for their futures by sharing its expertise. More than 110 Lawrence Education Achievement Partners provide volunteers and in-kind resources to schools.
Educating children is a big job; schools can't do it alone. Lawrence Public Schools appreciate the community involvement of parents, businesses, organizations and citizens as our schools seek to ensure "Learning for All, Whatever it Takes."
USD 497 Salutes School Volunteers!
The Lawrence Public Schools and the Lawrence Education Association annually recognize outstanding school volunteers during American Education Week. Each school and the school district selects a Friend of Education to honor. Our "Friends" represent all of the wonderful school volunteers who support our students and staff throughout the school year. We appreciate your involvement!
