What’s Happening

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 will be using three entry doors and releasing students to the playground and bus lines. See map

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 at home, a slideshow, the laying-in of Lily's body as it begins its final return to earth,

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 be vigilant Avoid stopping in the turnaround circle Pull as far forward as possible in the drop

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: https://learningwithstyle.com/student/ Scroll down to Lawton Elementary and find your grade level/PCP group. Playground Update Our “spider web”