Lawtell Elementary School

April 22-26, 2024 is Afterschool Professionals Appreciation Week (APAW), a dedicated week to recognize, appreciate and advocate for those who work with young people during out-of-school hours. Research shows that skilled and knowledgeable program staff are the backbone of program quality and are key to desired positive youth outcomes. Why is it important to recognize Afterschool Professionals? An estimated 7.8 million children participate in afterschool programs each year; for every child in an afterschool program, two more are waiting to get in. Every young person deserves quality afterschool experiences that positively impact their development. It takes skilled professionals to create these experiences. Because of the important role afterschool professionals play in kids’ lives, they deserve recognition and support!

The St. Landry Parish School District is accepting applications at https://slp.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx for the following vacant positions: Finance Director (Location: Central Office); School Counselor Positions (Multiple Openings); Virtual Teaching Positions

Congratulations to Lawtell Elementary School on being selected by the LDOE to participate a the Middle School Robotics Lab Pilot Program for the 2024-2025 school year. #slpproud #Robotics

All St. Landry Parish Schools will be open tomorrow, April 12, 2024.

All St. Landry Parish public schools will reopen for in-person learning tomorrow, Friday, April 12th, 2024, with the following exceptions: Northeast Elementary Read full story here: https://www.slpsb.org/page/newsroom

St. Landry Parish Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, April 11, 2024, due to the extensive damage caused by the recent storms, impacting many of our families. All 12-month employees are asked to report to their respective school/site when they are able to do so safely. We understand this is a difficult time for our community, and we appreciate your patience and flexibility. The closure will allow time for families to address any storm impacts while allowing employees to ensure schools are prepared to reopen once conditions improve. Additional updates will be provided through our normal communication channels as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate these challenging circumstances together.

St. Landry Parish Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, April 11, 2024, due to the extensive damage caused by the recent storms, impacting many of our families. All 12-month employees are asked to report to their respective school/site when they are able to do so safely. We understand this is a difficult time for our community, and we appreciate your patience and flexibility. The closure will allow time for families to address any storm impacts while allowing employees to ensure schools are prepared to reopen once conditions improve. Additional updates will be provided through our normal communication channels as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding as we navigate these challenging circumstances together.

Due to severe weather forecasted for our area on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, all St. Landry Parish schools and administrative offices will be closed. This closure includes all after-school activities and sports practices. We anticipate resuming regular school hours on Thursday, April 11th. This decision was made after close consultation with the National Weather Service and the Office of Emergency Preparedness to ensure the safety of our students and staff, which remains our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we take necessary precautions during this severe weather event. We appreciate your continued support of our district. Stay safe!

Due to severe weather forecasted for our area on Wednesday, April 10, 2024, all St. Landry Parish schools and administrative offices will be closed. This closure includes all after-school activities and sports practices. We anticipate resuming regular school hours on Thursday, April 11th. This decision was made after close consultation with the National Weather Service and the Office of Emergency Preparedness to ensure the safety of our students and staff, which remains our top priority. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility as we take necessary precautions during this severe weather event. We appreciate your continued support of our district. Stay safe!

Be Inspired, Be Determined, Be Unstoppable is exactly what these two amazing assistant principals are! Torie Vidrine PreK-4th AP and Heather Bob 5th - 8th AP are the reason for the many successes we experience on a daily basis at Lawtell Elementary. They take on any task with a smile and a 'let's get it done' attitude. They are in administration to positively impact students' learning ensuring students' success. They are inspired by students' efforts, determined to turn efforts into success, and unstoppable when it comes to positive results. As the leader of the school I am forever humble and grateful to have them as my Assistant Principals. Trojan Leaders they are!

Happy National Paraprofessionals Day! Today, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all our SLP paraprofessionals who work tirelessly to support students and make a difference in our schools. Your dedication and hard work do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all that you do! #ParaprofessionalsDay

Let's give a huge shoutout to all our incredible SLP Assistant Principals! It's National Assistant Principal Week, and we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for your dedication, hard work, and unwavering support for students, teachers, and staff. Thank you for your tireless efforts in shaping school communities and fostering a positive learning environment. Your commitment doesn't go unnoticed. Here's to you, Assistant Principals - you truly make a difference! #AssistantPrincipalWeek #slpProud

Attention Lawtell Community Members: Come out at 7am on Monday April 8th and help us cheer on your children to have a positive morning and begin the week with the support of the community!

Please be advised that there will be no school for the St. Landry Parish Pre-K students on Friday, April 12, 2024. The Early Childhood Department is beginning to prepare for the 2024-25 school year. Registration for new Pre-K students entering school in August 2024 will begin on Friday, April 12, 2024. The Pre-K teachers and paraprofessionals will be interviewing parents, collecting documents, and reviewing registration packets the entire day. We appreciate you understanding this important process and we thank you for your cooperation.

The OHS Biomedical Academy is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. Families can conveniently apply online at https://5il.co/2go8u or obtain an application directly from the OHS Biomed campus. Please visit the school's website or contact the office for more information.

Lawtell families, come and Join us for our Science and Social Studies Family Night and Open House.

LES Cheerleading and Volleyball Tryouts

Know a high school student interested in representing the voices of young people across the state? The Louisiana Legislative Youth Advisory Council application window is open now through March 15. LYAC is an annually appointed body of students tackling issues affecting the youth of Louisiana. https://form.jotform.com/92885133738165

The Magnet Academy for Cultural Arts is now accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year. Families can conveniently apply online at https://www.slpsb.org/o/maca or obtain an application directly from the MACA campus. Please visit the school's website or contact the office for more information.

Join us for the 2nd Student Arts Expo in St. Landry Parish – a free and family-friendly festival of student artwork, live performances, and fun arts activities. The festival is March 23, 2024, from 10 AM to 3 PM in the Opelousas courthouse square. This festival is a celebration of student-artists in all artistic disciplines from every corner of St. Landry Parish. 🎨🎼🎷🎤