Principal Newsletter
Lawton Families, As we head into June, we are wrapping up testing and heading into field trip season. All of our grade levels will head out into the community in May and June for experiential learning, from as close as Lawton and Discovery Parks, to as far as a state capitol tour in Olympia. Our yearbooks have also been printed, and we will aim to hand them out on June 7. If you did not pre-order a yearbook for your student, the PTA will sell them in person at Lawton the week of June 10 (more details to come). June is a fun month at Lawton, so check out the events list below to keep track of it all! Last ask – snacks for the Main Office We are out of goldfish crackers in the
Field Day: Friday, June 14th
Friday, June 14th is just around the corner and your kid's favorite event day is coming up - Field Day! Things to know for Field Day: Students will be outside on the playground and upper field for games and fun supervised by staff and PTA volunteers. The schedule is K-2nd students from 9-11am and 3rd-5th students from 12:15-2:15pm T-shirts will be offered again this year - participation is completely optional, but if you want your child to have a Field Day shirt, please order by May 22. We did experience some difficulties outside our control with our bulk order to school last year (we are still so sorry!), so we have decided to only offer shipping directly to family addresses. The early order deadline ensures delivery of the shirt the week of the event. Consider ordering
Earth Month: Ridwell Opportunity
????♻️The PTA has teamed up with Ridwell to celebrate Earth Month and provide you with a one-time opportunity to drop off or send in your *plastic film.* Please start collecting your *clean and dry* plastic film for this event. Here is our school’s link, and attached is a graphic showing what kind of plastic film they take. Collection will happen in front of Lawton on Friday May 17 from 7:30-8:30 am and from 2-:15-2:45 pm. Feel free to drop off your items yourself or to send them to school with your child. Let's reduce, reuse and recycle together!
Principal Newsletter, 5/13/24
Lawton Families, Last week was very exciting around here, with our staff spoiled by delicious food, and lovely thoughts and gifts (thank you so much to our students, families and PTA – and a special shout out to Mikelle Newer for coordinating the wonderful buffets). Our students got lots of exercise biking/walking/rolling to school on Wednesday and doing the Move-A-Thon on Friday too! This week we return to our focus on academics, with some of our classes starting state testing, and others starting final units in math, ELA and science as we start to head into the last 6 weeks of the school year. 5th grade promotion – June 18, 5-6pm This event has been on our Family Calendar since last spring, and Lawton staff and 4th grade parents are busy planning this important event
Parenting Support Group: Thursday, May 30th (with childcare)
We’d like to invite you to the next meeting of our parenting support group, hosted by former Lawton parent and certified coach Kate Kiely. The meeting will take place in the library on Thursday, May 30th from 6:45-7:45pm. The group discussion will be based on the second chapter of the book “The Whole Brain Child” by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson. It’s not necessary to read the book/chapter in order to attend. New: We will provide childcare during the meeting. For questions, please contact Birgit (presidents@lawtonelementary.org).
Talent Show Tryouts
Talent Show Tryouts: Wednesday, May 22nd (K-2nd) and Wednesday, May 29th (3rd-5th) Ms. Kinder will be hosting a Lawton talent show in June! See the attached flier for more details. K-2nd tryout signups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4AABAC23A4F94-49400661-k2talent#/ 3rd-5th tryout signups: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4AABAC23A4F94-49401269-35talent#/ Please note: students must be accompanied by an adult during their audition. Lawton-talent-showDownload
Lawton Elementary Named 41st Best Elementary School by US News & World Report
The US News & World Report has identified Lawton as the 41st best elementary school in Washington! "Principal Dina Clagg, now in her second year at Lawton Elementary, expressed her exhilaration upon hearing the news for the first time. "How fantastic," she exclaimed. "What an honor. I’m so excited to see Lawton recognized." Principal Clagg, bringing with her 16 years of teaching experience from Ballard High School, is leading Lawton with enthusiasm and dedication. With a student body of 335 students and potential for more, Lawton Elementary continues to prioritize excellence in education. Congratulations to the entire Lawton Elementary community—students, faculty, and staff—on this remarkable achievement." - the Magnolia Voice, Seattle
Move-a-Thon May 10th
One week left to raise funds for the Move-A-Thon!!! VOLUNTEER: Move-A-Thon Volunteer SignUp Genius ---- We need more volunteers to help with set-up at 6:45 am on May 10th. Without set-up volunteers, it will be hard to start the Move-A-Thon on time. DONATE: Move-A-Thon Donation Page Please refer to the Move-A-Thon Newsletter emailed on 4/18/2024 for additional information
Lawton Dolphins at the Seattle Mariners!
Join us at T-Mobile Park to see our Seattle Mariners take on the LA Angels. Lawton PTA has reserved a group of reduced price tickets in section 147. The $40 tickets are limited so get yours ASAP. Funds raised from ticket sales will go directly back to Lawton for staffing and school essentials. Tickets on sale 04/19-05/05 https://ch2v-324.memberhub.com/store/items/1018669 *If you would like to sit with a specific family/group please nominate one person to buy ALL the tickets you will need to accommodate your party. This is the only way to ensure you will all be seated together. Orders are based on a first come first served basis, and are subject to availability.
Principal Newsletter, 4.29.24
Dear Lawton Families, I want to start with a big shout out to our amazing School Counselor, Erica Barry, for organizing last week’s fun and well-attended Career Night and Volunteer Appreciation event – and to all the Lawton family members and PTA Board, who gave their time to share details about their careers with our students! On Friday, May 3 our School Spirit theme is College or Career wear! Also on May 3 - Lost and Found items will be donated on this day, so please give the racks a check this week! SPS Artificial Intelligence Policies SPS recently published information about how we use AI, and teach in the new AI reality. This work is new for Lawton staff and students, but thought families might be interested in what to expect: https://www.seattleschools.org/student-portal/technology-supports-for-families/digital-tools/ai-tools/ State Testing
Open PTA Role: Communications
WE need you! Want to make a lasting impact on your child’s school experience, and make a difference in the school community? Volunteer for the 2024/2025 PTA board. In the coming weeks we will be highlighting the roles that will be open on the 2024/25 Lawton PTA Board to give you an idea of what each role entails and the duties required for each. This week we are highlighting our Communications (newsletter/social media)position Other positions available: Co-President, Advocacy chair, treasurer & website administrator. If interested please contact the Nominating Committee: nominations@lawtonelementary.org
