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Tour, Connect, & Interview Day
Searching for a career? Lawrence Public Schools is looking for passionate teachers and principals to tour, connect, and interview with us on Wednesday, February 25th! Come for all three sessions or join us for interviews only. Click the link below to register now.
Happy Birthday, Langston!
Langston Hughes Elementary
Langston Hughes Elementary threw a school-wide party with the musical assistance of Lawrence High School's drumline to celebrate the birthday of famous Lawrencian, poet, playwright, and their school's namesake, Langston Hughes.
Ovation! 2026
USD 497 Talent Show
Students of all ages from across Lawrence Public Schools took to the big stage and astonished our community with all-time performances at the Lawrence Schools Foundation's 10th annual Ovation! USD 497 Talent Show.
MLK ONE DREAM
2026 MLK Celebration
Families, students, and friends from all across Lawrence joined us at the Lied Center of Kansas for our 2026 One Dream MLK Celebration, where we reflected on Dr. King's enduring dream of unity and recognized learners and educators from our community who bring that dream to life each day.
Ready, Set, LEARN!
Empowering future-ready learners.
Lawrence Public Schools is a learning community committed to ensuring educational equity and excellence so that students of all races and backgrounds achieve at high levels and graduate prepared for success in college, careers, and life in a diverse and rapidly changing world.
Jayhawk Blueprint
Lawrence High School
Students in Valerie Schrag's History 128 Jayhawk Blueprint course at Lawrence High School got an up close look at centuries-old documents and maps from KU's historical archives during a time-traveling field trip to the Kenneth Spencer Research Library.
Elementary Science
Prairie Park Elementary
With the introduction of Science as a dedicated special rotation at our elementary schools this school year, students across Lawrence Public School are already solving scientific mysteries and adapting to their new learning environments. That includes students in Staci Ahlvers's Science class at Prairie Park Elementary.
AVID in LPS
2025-26 Program Enhancement
Lawrence Public Schools joined districts nationwide in celebrating AVID Day and how the AVID program empowers students from kindergarten through high school to build the skills, confidence, and community needed for success in college, careers, and life.
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Four outstanding Lawrence Public Schools educators have been recognized by the University of Kansas School of Education and Human Sciences as recipients of the 2026 John Wilson & Mollie Mitchell Tickets for Teachers Award.
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Educational Support Center (ESC), 110 McDonald Drive, Lawrence, KS 66044
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Lawrence Public Schools is a learning community committed to ensuring educational equity and excellence so that students of all races and backgrounds achieve at high levels and graduate prepared for success in college, careers, and life in a diverse and rapidly changing world.
ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES
LAWRENCE SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
EARLY CHILDHOOD SERVICES
SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES
STRATEGIC PLAN
VIRTUAL SCHOOL
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Who better to tell the stories of our students than themselves? From academic achievements, staff appreciation, to fun interviews, these stories showcase the heart and soul of Lawrence Public Schools.
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Meet the educators who make Lawrence Public Schools what it is. Hear our teachers tell their stories highlighting their passion, creativity, and dedication to empowering future-ready learners.
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Our support staff embody our motto of "All Students. One Team." Explore stories of the people who help create a safe, welcoming, and supportive learning environment.