Lawtell Elementary School

Mark your calendar for District DIBELS Night!
This is an excellent opportunity for parents to learn more about the DIBELS assessment, ACT 422, and how teachers measure and support student reading progress. We'll have door prizes, snacks, and resources to help your child on DIBELS and in ELA!
Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
Time: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: St. Landry Parish School Board Resource Center

🌟 Employee Recognition – September 🌟

We are proud to announce our Employee of the Month for September:

🎉 Mrs. Crystal Kirkpatrick 🎉
Her dedication, hard work, and positive impact on our school community make her truly deserving of this honor. Congratulations, Mrs. Kirkpatrick! 💐👏

We also want to celebrate our Above and Beyond Award recipient:

✨ Mrs. Cecelia Andersen ✨
Her commitment to going the extra mile for our students and staff does not go unnoticed. Thank you for your outstanding service and leadership, Mrs. Andersen! 🌟🙌

Please join us in congratulating both of these amazing educators for their well-deserved recognition! 💜💛

Calling all parents and family members! We are excited to invite you to our first Parent and Family Engagement Parent Advisory Council Virtual Meeting on Wednesday, September 17th, 2025, at 5:30 PM.
This is a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and learn how we can work together to make this a fantastic year for our students. Mark your calendars—we can't wait to see you online! Here is the link to join: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88956690440?pwd=5WBxVr5HOzKJVbxT5zXB9VY9vlhx10.1
RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHXMsEPR8Bv_MxNNeY4cL4BRw7s8ntcaBAu_adplrKNT6k9w/viewform

Good afternoon, Trojans! Ready to celebrate our PBIS achievements? Let's make this a memorable week for our students! 🎉💪 #GeauxTrojans #PBIS

💖✨ Grandparents, we want YOU! This Friday, September 5, from 9-10 AM, our Pre K-2nd graders are celebrating YOU for Grandparents Day! 🎉 Come share love, laughter, and special moments with us! Note: This celebration is only for Pre K-2nd grade students & their grandparents. 👵👴 #GrandparentsDay #FamilyLove #Memories

Lawtell families as we approach a "Fresh Start, Firm Foundation" please save the date for our 'Meet the Team' session.

📣 **Lawtell Elementary School – Back to School Registration!** 🎒💜💛 It’s almost that time again, Trojans! Join us for **Back to School Registration** on: 🗓 **Thursday, July 24, 2025** 🕘 **9:00 AM – 12:00 PM** 📍 Lawtell Elementary Gym ✅ **New Students** must bring all recommended documents ✅ **Returning Students** must update **2 proofs of residency** by bringing **one of the following**: * Light bill * Water bill * Mortgage * Lease or rental contract 💵 **School Fee:** $25 Can’t make it? No worries! 🗓 **Make-Up Registration Day:** **Tuesday, July 29, 2025** | 🕘 **9:00 AM – 12:00 PM** Let’s kick off the 2025–2026 school year strong! Trojan Pride starts here! 💜💛 #LawtellElementary #BackToSchool #TrojanPride #PurpleAndGold #FreshStartFirmFoundation

Join our team! 💜

Grab and Go meal pickup begins June 2nd! Online registration is now closed. You can still register onsite.

Our SLP Schools app keeps getting better and better! Parents/guardians who have already created an account can now access new app features like Messages and Class Streams via web and in the app. If you haven't signed up, be sure to accept the email and/or text invite sent earlier this morning. Download for Android https://aptg.co/ddXmVt Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/D9hB1Y

Dear Staff & Families, After reviewing the latest weather conditions and updated forecasts, the school closure for Thursday, May 8th, has been canceled. Classes will resume and follow a normal schedule. Thanks for your flexibility and understanding.

Due to forecasted flash flooding, all schools and administrative offices will be closed on Wednesday, May 7th, and Thursday, May 8th. Lesson content will be delivered remotely through Google Classroom or written assignments. Completed assignments will serve as attendance documentation.

Say “hello” to even more messaging and announcements in the SLP Schools app! Parents/guardians check your email/text for instructions to sign up and access new features.

🌟 Happy National Principal's Day! 🌟 Today, we celebrate our amazing principal, Mrs. Alcinda B. James! 🎉 Your leadership, dedication, and unwavering support make our school a wonderful place for students and staff alike. Thank you for inspiring us every day and for your commitment to excellence in education. We appreciate all that you do! 💖

🎉 Congratulations to Amia Ford! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Amia, a 6th-grade student at our school, has been awarded the VFW, Veterans of Foreign Wars My Voice in America's Democracy Essay Contest! She has also won the prestigious Patriot's Pen Award for the district at the middle school level. Amia’s hard work and dedication to expressing her thoughts on democracy are truly commendable. We are so proud of her achievement! Keep shining, Amia! 🌟

Say "hello" to Messaging in the SLP Schools app! Our same app now keeps you informed across your child's classes. Look for your personalized invite after May 5th. Download for Android https://aptg.co/ddXmVt Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/D9hB1Y

🌟 Welcome Back, Lawtell Elementary Families! We hope you all had a wonderful spring break and are ready for an exciting week ahead as school is back in session! 📚 Testing Alert: Students in 4th through 8th grade will begin their testing this week. To help them perform their best, please ensure they have a nutritious breakfast and get plenty of rest each night. 🚗 Car Riders: If you're dropping off your children, please make sure they arrive between 7:30 AM and 7:50 AM. This will help us maintain a steady and safe flow during morning drop-off. 🎒 Important Note: Students should not bring any backpacks to school during testing week.

Please come out and support!

Dear Parents and Guardians of 8th Grade Students, We’re thrilled to announce that the 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony is just around the corner! 🎓 Mark your calendars for May 15, 2025, at 9 AM! Please arrive early to find seating. 👗 Dress Code: Boys: White shirt & black pants (black tie if worn) Girls: Solid black dress Footwear: Heels no higher than 1 inch 🌟 We also want to create a memorable slideshow! Please send in two photos of your child: one from their early years and a current one, by May 2. Label the envelope with your child’s full name. Let’s make this celebration unforgettable! 🎉 What are you most excited about for graduation?