Principal Communication

Welcome to the New Year Preparations are underway for the new year. Teachers and staff are excited to welcome students on September 1st!  Teachers return to work on Thursday, August 26th; look for your child’s teacher assignment via email on Friday, August 27th.  School Supplies The grade-level supply lists are available HERE  and will be included in your teacher welcome letters. If buying school supplies is a financial burden for your family, please email Kristina Cerise for assistance. Arrival and Dismissal Bell Times. School will start at 7:55am daily. Students may arrive on campus at 7:45am. School dismisses at 2:25pm except on Wednesdays when it dismisses at 1:10pm. Entry and Exit. To support our health and safety protocols, we

From: Dr DenoSent: Friday, June 4, 2021 9:01 AMSubject: Principal Newsletter - June 4, 2021   We know many in our community have been waiting for details about a service to honor the life and memory of Ms. Ulmer. There will be a remote laying in service on Friday, June 11th - please email for link. It was Lily's wish to use a composting service to return her body to the nature she loved so dearly. You can find out more information about the process and what to expect by visiting: https://recompose.life The waiting room will open 15 minutes before the ceremony which will include opening information about the service, a candle lighting ceremony for those who wish to light a candle

From: Allison Deno Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021 9:01 AM Subject: Principal Newsletter - May 28, 2021 A kind thank you to all families for your assistance in supporting Lawton safety measures! We love seeing students smile through their masks, maintaining distance in the halls, and knowing they are healthy with cleared attestations. Thank you for your teamwork keeping our school a healthy and safe space for all. Next week we’ll have end of year updates for you including instructions for device and materials return. Have a safe and relaxing weekend. We’ll see you again Tuesday! Drop Off & Pick Up Reminders Please help us keep students safe and things running smoothly by remembering to: Drive slowly and

From: Allison Deno Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 9:01 AM Subject: Principal Newsletter - May 21, 2021 It’s hard to believe we only have four weeks left in the school year. June is just around the corner with its many celebrations and closing activities. Whether students are in person or remote, Lawton staff is working to ensure we end the year on a high note. A strong finish for students this year will support our preparations to welcome all students back to campus next year. April Music Recordings Lawton’s April Art Songs are ready! These soundtracks based on different books were created by students during an online collaboration with the Learning with Style team. Check them out here:

From: Allison Deno Sent: Friday, May 14, 2021 9:01 AM Subject: Principal Newsletter - May 14, 2021 As we approach the end of the school year, we want to acknowledge staff members for whom June marks more than just the end of another school year. Susan Krizanc and Gayle Adler are retiring this year after dedicated and passionate service to Lawton students. Kelsey Fatland is taking a sabbatical next year to attend to matters with her extended family. Maria Volk has accepted a job at Coe Elementary. Due to decreased enrollment numbers, Abby Kinder and Bri Veleber have been displaced from Lawton but will still have jobs with Seattle Public Schools. Jasmine Lewis’ assistant principal position was eliminated.

From: Allison Deno Sent: Friday, May 7, 2021 9:01 AM Subject: Principal Newsletter - May 7, 2021 We’ve enjoyed celebrating some beloved Lawton traditions this month. The students are showing their school spirit in their sports-themed outfits today, we’re hearing them share their move-a-thon accomplishments, and our hallways are filled with teachers and staff basking in the appreciation showered on us this week. Our celebrations and community building looks a little different these days, but it still feels great to celebrate these (modified) traditions together. Heartfelt gratitude from our teachers and staff for all the appreciation and kindness you expressed this week. Thank you to our PTA for providing treats every day and to every person who shared

From: Allison Deno Sent: Friday, April 30, 2021 9:01 AM Subject: Principal Newsletter - April 30, 2021 The week of May 3rd – 7th is Teacher Appreciation Week. I want to take this opportunity to not only thank all of the teachers at staff at Lawton who work so hard to design learning experiences for our students but to thank all of our families and community members as well. Over the course of the last 13 months parents have been more involved in direct teaching of their own children than ever before. The partnerships between school and home have been the key for making this year a positive experience for our students. Thank you for your efforts and

From: Allison Deno Sent: Friday, April 23, 2021 9:01 AM Subject: Principal Newsletter - April 23, 2021 This week the jury reached a verdict in the trial of former officer Derek Chauvin in the murder of George Floyd. As educators, we are committed to providing safe spaces and age-appropriate resources for students to process, learn, and engage in important conversations about current events and the world around them. We invite you to join us and support conversations about racism and violence at home. While talking points and online resources may not help answer all the hard questions, they provide a place to start. Below are some resources you may find helpful. Read Aloud. Click HERE for a read-aloud

Students, families, and staff have all be adjusting to new learning schedules this week. Thank you for all you’ve done to ensure your students get to class on time virtually or in-person! This has allowed our teachers to stay focused on social emotional and academic learning. My highlights this week were seeing students inside our doors and getting to say hi to Ms. Misner’s virtual class as she took them on a mini-tour of Lawton!   I hope everyone has a restful and rejuvenating spring break. Are you traveling? Click HERE for SPS’s travel and quarantine guidance. Grab & Go Breakfasts and Lunches SPS is providing free shelf-stable breakfasts and lunches to students who need them for the remainder

Subject: Principal Newsletter - April 2, 2021 April 2, 2021 This week has been a whirlwind of action both on and off the Lawton campus. Teachers and staff have been busy preparing to welcome students on April 5th whether they return to us in person or remotely. Students have been working hard this week – both asynchronously and in live meetings – to keep their learning moving forward. For any student who completed the Sweet Math Challenge be sure to return those to be entered into the drawing for a fun family math game! Monday morning will feel like the first day of school for each of us! I am grateful for the strength of our entire community