Lawton Elementary School

Seattle Public Schools

(206)252-2130

Lawton is a public elementary school located in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood. We're focused on academic achievement and cultural enrichment. We've served this community for over 100 years, and proudly continue to offer an excellent K-5 learning experience in a healthy and caring environment.  Learn More about Lawton

Tickets On Sale Now for Spring Fundraiser

Posted February 1, 2010

Lawton Vegas Night Picture

Tickets are now on sale for the biggest Lawton fundraiser and social event of the year.

Saturday, March 13th
6:00 – 11:30 pm
Space Needle, Skyline Level
Tickets: $60 per person
Includes $2,500 starter gaming scrip (a $40 value)

More (PDF):Las Vegas 98199 Casino Night & Pledge Drive.

This event promises all the fun, glitz, good food and drink of our traditional annual auction but with a special new twist!

Get your tickets online now at brownpapertickets.com

Media Release Form….please fill out ASAP

Posted January 26, 2010

A bright orange media release form will be going home soon, and parents need to return the forms to the office ASAP.  This year we will be doing some filming documenting our World Cultures event, so we want to be sure to have these forms in soon.  Your assistance is appreciated!  – [...]

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Winter Paper Drive

Posted January 26, 2010

Jan. 25th through Feb. 28th, 2010.
Wanted: White Copy Paper!
For two weeks, the school will collect reams of paper. Your donations will offset photocopying costs and help your school dollars go further!
Two ways that you can help:

Bring reams of 8.5 x 11 white paper to the school office and place them into the drop-box,
or write us [...]

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PTA General Meeting this Thursday!

Posted January 19, 2010

Your PTA General Meeting is this Thursday, January 21, 6:30pm
In addition to our announcements about PTA happenings, we will also have a guest presenter, Emily Fuller from Seattle Parks and Recreation. Emily will present the draft design of the Lawton Play Area (a.k.a. the “Upper Playground”) which will undergo renovation this summer. There will be [...]

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Lawton Kindergarten Open House 1/26/09

Posted January 6, 2010

Incoming kindergarten parents and parents whose 1st-4th grade children are invited to attend the Lawton Open House on Tuesday, January 26th at 6:30 p.m.  Come find out what we’re all about!

School Tour Dates:  Wednesdays,  Feb. 3rd, Feb. 10th, & Mar 3rd from 9:15- 11:15 a.m.

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McClure Open House Tuesday Jan 19th 6:30 p.m.

Posted January 5, 2010

Come see what McClure is all about at the McClure Open House – it is now the feeder middle school for Lawton Elementary in the Seattle Public School District’s new assignment plan.  Tour dates are:
Thursday, March 4th 9:00 – 11:00
Thursday, March 11th 9:00 – 11:00
Tuesday, March16th 9:00 – 11:00

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School Levies – Everything You Need to Know

Posted January 5, 2010

Please join SSIA and Schools First! Board member Lisa Macfarlane for an important and informative evening to learn about the upcoming School Levies – what they are, why we need them, and how you can help.   Tuesday, January 12th, 7:00-8:30 p.m., McClure Middle School Lunchroom.

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Schools First! Campaign Kickoff Re: Prop. 1 & 2

Posted January 5, 2010

Schools First! is dedicated to a quality education for every Seattle child.  Join Mayor-Elect & Campaign Co-Chair Mike McGinn, Seattle Public Schools Superintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson, School Board President Michael DeBell, Schools First Board President Betty Hoagland … and a host of others as they kick off the Schools First! Campaign:
Saturday, January 9
10:30 to 11:30am
Schools [...]

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Needed: Debate Club Judges on Saturday Jan. 16, 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Posted January 5, 2010

No experience necessary, must be 15 or older – qualifies for service hours!  Parent, friend, and neighbor volunteers are welcome, too!  Tournament is at John Hay Elementary on Queen Anne.  Orientation materials will be sent by email, and a half-hour training for volunteer judges starts at 8:30am on tournament day.  Each judge evaluates two teams [...]

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Free H1N1 Vaccines

Posted December 19, 2009

H1N1 (swine) flu vaccine is now available at free clinics in Seattle and King County, and is being provided by the Seattle and King County Public Health Department.  For more information visit the H1N1 Vaccination Flyer.

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12/17 Community Meeting Re: Sale of Memorial Stadium

Posted December 16, 2009

On Thursday December 17th from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at the John Stanford Center Auditorium, the Seattle Public School District will hold a Public Hearing to solicit input on the sale of Memorial Stadium.  Click here for information about this Public Hearing.  Here is the Draft Memorandum of Agreement.
John Stanford Center, Auditorium
2445 3rd Ave South
Seattle, [...]

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12/15 Holiday Music Concert Assembly

Posted December 14, 2009

Here is more information on the Musical Holiday Assembly on Tuesday 12/15 announced previously.  The assembly will start at 1:45 p.m. with performances by the following classes. If you have any questions, you can contact Ms. Cooper.

104 Mr. Terry
105 Ms. Raymond

202  Mrs. Wong
203 Ms. Rybock

206  Mrs. Misner
208  Mr. Reddy
209  Mr. Howard
& the 2 extracurricular choirs (1/2 and [...]

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Huchoosedah Holiday Pow Wow – December 11th

Posted December 10, 2009

Huchoosedah is the Native American program within the Seattle School District.  The annual Huchoosedah Holiday Pow Wow 2009 is Friday December 11th at 5:30 p.m.

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Holiday Book Fair 12/8-12/11

Posted November 30, 2009

Get some of your holiday shopping done at our Holiday Book Fair, with books from Secret Garden.  Secret Garden is an independent bookseller in Ballard, with a particular specialty in children’s books.  A significant portion of the sales revenue will be used to purchase more books for our wonderful library.  [...]

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Wondering About McClure Middle School?

Posted November 30, 2009

You are invited to Parent-to-Parent Conversations about McClure.
WHO: 4th and 5th grade parents and guardians
WHAT: Opportunity to ask questions of current McClure parents in an informal, small group setting.
WHEN: Thursday Dec. 3rd, 6:30-8:00 pm at the Lawton Library
OR:
Tuesday Dec 8th, 6:30-8:00 pm at the McClure Library
Brought to you by:   Successful Schools in Action
Questions, more [...]

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Reptile Man Coming to Magnolia

Posted November 30, 2009

Reptile Man will be performing an evening event at 7:00 pm for the Magnolia and Queen Anne communities. Come enjoy an evening of entertainment with Reptile Man, his Albino Snake, lizards, turtles, gators and much much more…. $ 5.00 per person or $20.00 per family. ($ 2.00 – Reptile Man Admission fee, [...]

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Picture Retake Day is December 1st

Posted November 25, 2009

If you missed school pictures the first time around, don’t forget….picture retake day is Tuesday December 1st. Forms are in the office.

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The Christmas Trees Have Arrived

Posted November 25, 2009

A big truckload of lovely firs has been unloaded. The trees have been sorted and stacked and are being prepped for sale. Special thanks for the volunteer muscle.

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