Enrollment Details & Documents

Program & Grade Level Information

Adult Education Services (GED/Diploma Completion)

Enrollment for August 2026 GED/Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes and English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes is now open. Use the links below to enroll.

Enroll for GED/ABE Enroll for ELA

Lawrence Adult Education Center

For more than 40 years, learners of all ages have achieved their Kansas State High School Diplomas through completion of the GED at the Lawrence Adult Education Center.

Hundreds of graduates from the Lawrence Adult Education Center have furthered their education, achieved job promotions, and improved their employment position.

Learn more

Lawrence Diploma Completion Program

The Lawrence Diploma Completion Program (LDCP) provides the opportunity for students to complete requirements for a high school diploma.

Students who enroll receive a transcript review by high school counselors to determine how many credits are needed to complete requirements to receive a high school diploma. Upon completing the necessary credits, students receive a Lawrence Free State High or Lawrence High School diploma, depending on which school they previously attended or the attendance center boundary where they currently reside. Students also receive a completed transcript and grade point average.

Those wanting to enroll in the LDCP, may do so by completing New Student Enrollment. Click the link below to begin.

Enroll in LDCP

Choice Campus at Centennial

Applications for Choice Campus at Centennial are now open! Apply now for the 2026–27 school year by following the link below and completing the online form.

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Choice Campus at Centennial

Beginning in the 2026–27 school year, Lawrence Public Schools is opening Choice Campus at Centennial, a personalized high school pathway housed in the historic Centennial building. This new option is designed for students who benefit from nontraditional programming and a more flexible approach to earning their diploma.

What makes it different

Personalized plans. Every student works with a Pathway Facilitator to build a schedule and learning plan connected to their own goals, whether that's college, a career, or another path after graduation.
Flexible scheduling. Students can choose from morning, afternoon, or evening sessions, including options built for working students and credit recovery.
Mastery-based learning. Students advance by demonstrating what they know through coursework, projects, and a portfolio, rather than by seat time alone.
Connected to the whole district. Centennial coordinates with Lawrence Virtual School, Lawrence College & Career Center, Lawrence high schools, and community partners so students can draw on resources across LPS.

Who it's for

Choice Campus at Centennial is open to any high school student, but it's especially well suited for those looking for added flexibility, a different pace, or a learning environment that better fits their life circumstances.

How to enroll

Applications open July 8. Families will meet with Centennial staff to discuss fit, build a draft personalized learning plan, and get connected with a Pathway Facilitator before launch. Apply now by following the link below and completing the online form.

Apply Now

Course Enrollment (High School)

High School Course Enrollment

Find High School Course Enrollment information and browse our High School Course Catalog online by using the links below.

Jayhawk Blueprint Courses

Earn college credit in high school! Learn more about the expanded Jayhawk Blueprint program in Lawrence Public Schools and available courses by going to blueprint.ku.edu or by clicking the link below.

Jayhawk Blueprint Website

Kindergarten Enrollment

Kindergarten

If you have a child who will be five years old on or before August 31, 2026, we would love to welcome you to kindergarten in the fall!

Enroll for kindergarten today by completing New Student Enrollment.

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Visit our Kindergarten webpage to learn about daily schedules, curriculum, and discover ways to help your child transition smoothly into kindergarten.

If you are unsure of which school your student will attend, call (785) 330-1921 or simply enter your address in this interactive elementary boundary map.

Lawrence Virtual School

Enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open! Enroll for LVS via Annual Student Enrollment or New Student Enrollment.

Lawrence Virtual School (LVS)

Learn more about our K-12 virtual learning option at LVS by clicking the link below.
Learn About LVS

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For current USD 497 students wanting to transfer to LVS for the 2026–27 school year, please submit a Transfer Request Form for consideration. Please note that transfers are granted on a space-available basis.

Montessori Education at New York Montessori School

New York Montessori is Kansas' first public Montessori school.

The program began a phased approach to offering Montessori education tuition-free to qualifying families at New York Elementary School. Priority enrollment is given to students who live within the New York Elementary school attendance area.

Learn more about New York Montessori School and its Pre-K Program for three- and four-year-old children. All district preschool programs are free to eligible families meeting state requirements.

A fee-based preschool option of $660/month is available for students who are accepted but do not qualify for funding.

New York Montessori Info
Montessori Pre-K Program Info

Interested USD 497 families who reside outside the New York Elementary boundary may submit a Transfer Request Form for consideration during spring enrollment for the following school year. Transfers are granted on a space-available basis.

Preschool/Early Childhood Programs

Preschool applications for the 2026-27 school year are now open.

Applications for preschool programs are now open. Click the links below to apply or learn more about our available preschool/early childhood programs.

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Please note: Families with children currently attending preschool in Lawrence Public Schools need to re-apply each year through New Student Enrollment.

Children turning 3 or 4 years old by August 31, 2026 are eligible.

Our preschool programs were created to support at-risk children who may not otherwise have access to early education opportunities.

Preschool Classrooms

Our preschool program includes classrooms at:

Kennedy Early Childhood Center
New York Montessori School
Deerfield Elementary School (New for 2026-27)
Prairie Park Elementary School (New for 2026-27)
Sunflower Elementary School
Woodlawn Elementary School

We encourage you to visit our Preschool webpage to learn more about our early childhood education programs and to review the eligibility requirements for at-risk children.

Preschool Information

Cost:

District preschool programs are provided at no cost to families who meet state eligibility criteria.
For families who do not qualify for state-funded preschool, we offer a tuition-based enrollment option at a rate of $690 per month.

STEAM@LMCMS

STEAM@LMCMS is a program that approaches teaching and learning in the classroom with a focus on S.T.E.A.M. concepts.

Located at Liberty Memorial Central Middle School, STEAM@LMCMS has students combine science, technology, engineering, arts, and math to solve practical problems through creative projects, collaborative discussion, and hands-on experimentation. All students will learn English, math, science, and social studies in accordance with the state standards. This program is open to all students in Grades 6-8.

Learn more about STEAM@LMCMS by clicking the link below.

STEAM@LMCMS Info

Interested USD 497 families who reside outside the LMCMS boundary, may submit a Transfer Request Form for consideration during spring enrollment for the following school year. Transfers are granted on a space-available basis.

Transition to Grade 6

Welcome to middle school!For information on middle school course enrollment, Grade 6 transition events, middle school parent night, counselor visits, middle school tours, and more, please use the resources listed below.