Principal Newsletter 3.18.24
Lawton Families - Spring has sprung! Hope you are enjoying the gorgeous weather, and there was a wonderful buzz in the air last week at Lawton as we focused on STEAM (and Pi/pie!). We are so grateful for the gracious support of the PTA, parent volunteers and passionate staff to make the events of this week possible, and this week really showcased how powerful the partnership between our school and family community is at Lawton. Our celebration of science, technology, engineering, art and math is a Lawton tradition that helps promote academic enrichment, innovation, and inquiry for students at all grade levels, and we loved seeing the creative cardboard challenge entries, math challenge sheets and focus on learning at a time of year when student skills are really being put into application and action! And
Birds & Bees Talk with Amy Lang
The PTAs of Lawton, Blaine and Magnolia Elementary have partnered up to bring you an online talk by award-winning author and speaker Amy Lang on how and when to start the famous birds and bees talk. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, April 3 from 7-8:30pm and join via Zoom. To learn more about Amy, click here. BirdsBees-March-2024Download
General PTA Membership Meeting
PTA members, mark your calendars: Our General Membership Meeting will take place on Thursday, 3/21 at 6pm in the Lawton Library. We will discuss updates to the current year budget, plans for the 2024/25 budget and give an overview of the process for approving the budget as well as answer any questions you may have. Our wonderful librarian and reading specialist, Ms. Gallegos, will be in attendance to share more about the importance of her work at Lawton.
Parenting Support Group
Following our Membership Meeting, we will be kicking off our first Lawton Parenting Support Group. It will take place on 3/21 at 7pm in the Lawton Library. From facilitator Kate Kiely: "Join us for a monthly parenting support group where you can share your experiences, learn new strategies, and get and give support in a safe space. When we raise kids in the context of community and connection, we learn to be more compassionate to ourselves, supportive of one another, and more present for the kids in our lives. We’ll exchange resources and read and discuss a parenting book together. It’s also a great way to make and strengthen connections within the Lawton community. The group will be hosted by certified coach and facilitator Kate Kiely." Kate Kiely Bio: Kate is a parent of a Lawton
Principal Newsletter 3.4.24
Dear Lawton Families, Last week the Magnolia and Blaine communities were notified that a man in a car had approached students walking on the sidewalk and exposed himself to them. This incident was reported to SPD by parents, but it is now the 2nd time since January that an incident of this nature has happened to SPS students in Magnolia. While I don’t want to upset you, it is important for you to know of these incidents so we can all be mindful about keeping children in Magnolia safe. Remind your student to always be aware of their surroundings and not talk to strangers or go anywhere with them. If you are looking for guidance and tips, these resources might be helpful: Scholastic: Talking about stranger safety Seattle Police Department Personal Safety Tips Lawton Pi/Pie
See’s Candy Fundraiser
Looking to order some sweet treats for family in another city or state for upcoming Spring celebrations? Want some nice chocolate for your own kids baskets? Then our See's Candies fundraiser is a great option as they will ship the order to whatever address you choose. Check out out store front and place orders before March 15th!
Taco Tuesday – March 12th
The next Taco Tuesday is coming up! Warmer weather will make for a nice excuse to support Lawton at Nutty Squirrel. 15% of all sales go directly back to Lawton PTA.
Principal Newsletter, 2.19.24
Lawton Families, I hope you are all enjoying the Presidents’ Day Holiday today and have a wonderful mid-winter break this week! Arrival and Dismissal Reminders – as we return to school on Feb. 26 Morning Arrival: With later sunrises, we are excited to see more students walking to school in the morning. Safety Patrol is at the 27th and Elmore intersection from 7:40 – 7:55am to help walkers cross the street safely. Safety Patrol is staffed by our 5th grade students and either Lawton parent volunteers or Lawton staff. Please remember that when Safety Patrol is out that drivers are expected to follow and respect the directions from the adult supervisors at the intersection and obey the speed limit of 20 mph in a school zone. Afternoon Dismissal: Please communicate to Lawton AND your child’s
Recycle for Good – Last Day March 4
Let's show Mother Earth a little love this Valentine's season and recycle some hard to recycle items! Starting February 1 we’re partnering with Terracycle to collect as many applesauce and yogurt pouches, and their caps as possible. We’ll send collected pouches back to Terracycle for recycling and to earn funds for Lawton! This monthlong event is sponsored by GoGoSqueez, but any brand of pouch like those pictured above can be placed in the marked recycle bin located in Lawton’s front lobby. Pouches must be rinsed clean.
Spring Session: After School Enrichment
After School Enrichment - Spring Session - Register on Friday, March 1st It’s time to register for the upcoming spring session of our After School Enrichment program. You will see many familiar classes, such as Coding, Basketball and Watercolors, plus a new soccer and Pokémon program. The spring session will run from April 1st-June 14th, 2024. Registration opens on Friday, March 1st at 7:00am and closes on Sunday, March 17h at 11:59pm. To register and to find more information on each class as well as the schedule and pricing, please visit the Lawton After School Enrichment portal through 6crickets. Spots are limited and will be available on a first come, first served basis. Scholarships are available. For scholarships or if you have any questions regarding the program, please contact afterschoolprograms@lawtonelementary.org. ____________________ Free Enrichment Classes! Earn a free enrichment class for
STEAM Week – Coming Soon!
Lawton celebrates STEAM Week (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) March 11 – 15 and we need your help to make it a success! Here’s how you can help: Mark your calendar for Pi(e) Night from 5:30-6:30pm on Thursday, March 14 and sign up to bring a pie or volunteer to set up or help clean up. Sign up to help with the visit from the Pacific Science Center on Tuesday, March 12. Volunteers are needed to unload vans and set up in the morning, clean up and load vans in the afternoon, and to help with the exhibits during the school day.
