Upcoming Dates

 May 28 - August 17     Summer Break

August 16-17                 Parent-Teacher Conferences

August 18                       Half Day for Kindergarteners

August 19                       First Day of School 

Arrival & Dismissal Times

Arrival M-F

• Students A-L: Arrive between 8:30-8:40am
• Students M-Z: Arrive between 8:45- 8:55am

 Dismissal MWRF   (Wed)

• Walkers & Bus Riders 3:45pm  (1:15pm)

Car Riders

• Students A-L: Arrive at 3:50pm (1:15pm)
• Students M-Z: Arrive at 4pm (please do not arrive early)  (1:25pm- Please do not arrive early) 

5th Grade Slideshow

Typically during the 5th grade recognition ceremony a slideshow of pictures of the students from over the years is shown. However, this year due to COVID restrictions we are sending the slideshow directly to the parents and students. 

Watch and enjoy the elementary school memories!

5th Grade Slideshow

5th Grade Memory Book

In the past, we've had memory books for 5th graders printed to hand out.  However, with time constraints after returning fully in person, we were not able to get these printed in time.  We have attaching a digital file of the memory book (PDF) that you can download and save (less likely to lose it as opposed to a paper copy!).  If you prefer, you can download and have it printed.  

5th Grade Memory Book

Step One: Register your incoming kindergarten student: click here

Step Two: Turn in required documents to the office or email them to frances.berghout@usd497.org or ssola@usd497.org. 

• Required Documents
  • Certified Birth Certificate - we will need to see the original prior to the first day of school
  • Proof of Residency - accepted documentation includes a current utility bill (water/gas/electric), current car registration, or a new lease/buyers agreement
  • Current Immunizations - a record of the child's current immunizations
  • Physical or Health Assessment - a five year physical 

On-Site Lunch & Breakfast for Students: Menu 

During the rest of the year, Food Service will provide FREE prepackaged breakfasts and lunches to students on-site. See Details  

Meal Kits: Meal kits (containing one week's worth of breakfast and lunch) will be available to order on April 1st, click the link for ordering information and pick up locations: Click Here

School Councelor's Home Page

DOUGLAS COUNTY COMMUNITY RESCOURCES

Douglas County has partnered with United Way of the Plains and Johnson County to provide a one-stop shop for community resources: douglas.myresourceconnection.org   My Resource Connection connects individuals needing assistance with resources in Douglas County and the greater Kansas City area that can help meet their needs.  

Coats For Kids: How to donate coats and how to find a coat

 District Covid19 safety procedures and news: Click Here. 

Lawrence-Douglas County Public School outbreak graph: website 

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School Procedures regarding Covid 19 and Masks

Q&A Heath/Clinic changes and COVID Information - (New procedures, mask directions, illness protocol, etc.)   

Technology Guide:

Elementary Students/Families  Tech Guide / Elementary Tech Guide - Chinese  

Seesaw Tips and Tricks 

LPS Strategic Plan  

Lawrence Public Schools will ensure that students of all races, backgrounds, and abilities achieve at high levels, demonstrate proficiency in reading by the third grade and in math by the eighth grade, and graduate on time prepared for success in college and careers.  Click the link above to read more about our strategic plan.

Kansas Legislation on Public Schools