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Job Olympics Champs!
Community Connections at Pinckney
Congratulations to our friends from Community Connections at Pinckney, this year's Job Olympics Champions! Our young adults at Community Connections took first place at the 2026 Johnson County Community College Job Olympics, earning 48 medals in the process.
USDA Visits LPS
Hillcrest Elementary
Lawrence Public Schools recently welcomed federal and state nutrition leaders from the USDA and KSDE for a firsthand look (and taste) at what makes our school meal programs special, and we were proud to show them everything we've been cooking up.
FSHS Builds Greenhouse
Free State High School
Amanda Torbett's Geometry in Construction class at Lawrence Free State High School applied their construction knowledge in the field by revitalizing the agricultural space at Douglas County Youth Services with a brand new greenhouse.
Intertribal Club Powwow
Lawrence High School
Students, families, and friends gathered together at Lawrence High School to celebrate culture, heritage, and community during the LHS Intertribal Club Powwow. The event honored Native traditions through dance, music, regalia, and storytelling.
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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We are incredibly proud to announce that four Lawrence High School student artists have earned Gold Medals at the 2026 Scholastic Art Awards Nationals Competition: the largest and oldest visual arts competition in the United States.
Congratulations Leila Albaugh, Wren Jay, Lynorah Roberts, and Rilo Scholz!
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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.