Lawton Elementary School

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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

Interim Principal Kathy Bledsoe

Posted February 11, 2010

Photo of Principal BledsoeLawton warmly welcomes Interim Principal Kathy Bledsoe. Having served as Principal at both Blaine and McClure, Ms. Bledsoe is no stranger to Magnolia and Queen Anne.

Read Mrs. Bledsoe’s Letter to Parents

 

Bingo Night 2010

Posted March 15, 2010

The PTA is bringing back Family Bingo Night at Lawton. Parents had their opportunity to win fabulous prizes at last weekend’s Casino Night, and now it’s time for the kids to have some fun too!
Not only can the kids win cool prizes at Bingo, so can their Moms, Dads, brothers and sisters. Prizes will also [...]

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Building Leadership Team Needs New Members

Posted March 14, 2010

Building Leadership Team (BLT) Needs Team Members for 2010/2011 School Year.
Parent representatives are needed to serve for the 2010-11 school year on the BLT. This group is charged with collaborative decision making among staff and parents on issues such as budget development, academic achievement planning and professional development. It is a representative model with equal [...]

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Safety Committee Meetings

Posted March 11, 2010

The Lawton Safety Committee is committed to maintaining a safe environment in our school, as safety is a high priority for everyone. The Committee is now meeting monthly, and an agenda is prepared during the month of the meeting.  Agenda items may be sent to any member of the team and will be forwarded [...]

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Final Kindergarten Tour – March 24th

Posted March 9, 2010

Incoming kindergarten parents, and parents with incoming 1st-4th grade children, are invited to attend the final school tour of the year on Wednesday, March 24th 2010 from 9:15-11:15 a.m.
Come find out what we’re all about!

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Wizard of Oz at Lawton Friday, March 19th!

Posted March 9, 2010

Come see a special performance of The Wizard of Oz on Friday, March 19th at 6:00 p.m. at the Lawton Elementary School Commons.    There will be Kindergarten Munchkins, 3rd to 5th grade Flying Monkeys, an evil witch, a good witch and
all of your favorite characters (Toto too!) in a school production of this well loved [...]

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Math Night – Tues. 2/25 6-8 pm

Posted February 21, 2010

Lawton Elementary’s Math Night is Thursday, February 25th  from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Math Night is meant to get kids excited by and further their interest in math.  The fun includes math games, a Math Olympiad for 4th and 5th grade students, and new this year -  Applied Math with interactive displays/presentations of how math is [...]

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Debate Club for 4th & 5th Graders

Posted February 9, 2010

Spring session is open to new AND returning debaters! Developed and run by Successful Schools in Action, this program at Blaine, Coe, Lawton, and John Hay schools helps kids improve their public speaking, writing, note taking, and critical thinking skills.  We welcome kids who want to give it a try!
·     Taught by elementary school teachers, [...]

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Las Vegas 98199

Posted February 1, 2010

Check out the catalog for biggest Lawton fundraiser and social event of the year.
Event Catalog

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)

Buy your tickets online now at brownpapertickets.com

More information can be found here Las Vegas 98199 Casino Night & Pledge Drive.

This event promises [...]

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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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