Hi Griffin Families. Do you know of a student who would benefit for attending LVS? Would their family like more information? Principal Harwood is hosting two upcoming Virtual Information Sessions on April 15th and May 6th.Click the slide above to join Principal Zach Harwood online to learn more about us.

Each year parents need to re-register their students with Lawrence Virtual School.

Who needs to complete the Annual Registration?

• All students returning to LVS for the 2025-2026 School year
• All students transfering out of LVS to another Lawrence Public School
• All students who wish to withdraw from LVS to attend a school outside of USD497/Lawrence Public Schools

How do I get Started?

Log into your Parent/Guardian PowerSchool account and complete the 2025-2026 Annual Student Registration: https://usd497.powerschool.com.

Click here for helpful instructions. Be sure to use a web browser when starting this process, Chrome is preferred. (The Annual Student Registration is unavailable through the mobile PowerSchool app). If you are using a phone, once you are logged in, please turn your phone horizonal to see the menu bar on the left side.

In order to complete the Annual Registration a parent/guardian will need a Parent Portal Account. To recieve the information needed to create this account please call our office at 785-832-5620.

To qualifiy for Free/Reduced LVS school fees families need to complete the LPS Free/Reduced Lunch Application and a Consent for Disclosure Form (see below). Email the Consent for Disclosure to cindy.hills@usd497.org.

I you have applied and are still showing fees please complete the Consent for Disclosure Form and email it to cindy.hills@usd497.org. Contact Cindy with any questions at 785-330-4375.

"Courage" is Mrs. Mickey's April challenge. To participate click the picture above for more information!

Please join KU for their next KU Public Astronomy Night Thursday, April 10th from 7:30-8:30 p.m. in front of Slawson Hall at KU for some telescope observing of Venus, Saturn, Mars, Jupiter and the Moon! The will also have two planetarium shows inside Slawson, one at 7:30 p.m. and one at 8:00 p.m. The shows will happen regardless of weather. All ages welcome!

Visit them online for more information about KU Astronomy Public Nights and the planetarium and other outreach hosted by the Physics and Astronomy Department.

The Lawrence Kansas Police Department has opened registration for both of its summer camps! The Teen Police Academy is for ages 14-18 and Police Camp is for children 9-13. Click the links to learn more and contact LPDMedia@lkpd.org with any questions.

Kansas University is excited to announce their upcoming Summer Kansas Soccer Youth Camp, offering young athletes the perfect opportunity to improve their skills, learn from Kansas Soccer student-athletes and coaches, and have fun on the field with the Kansas Jayhawks!

Whether your child is just starting or already has experience, their camps are designed for all skill levels. Kansas Soccer Youth Camp is a great way to develop individual soccer skills, make new friends, and connect with the Kansas Jayhawk spirit!

Camp Highlights:

• Dates: June 2-6, 2025 (Session 1) / July 21-25 (Session 2)
• Times: Full Day 9:00am-3:00pm (Camp ends at 12:00pm on Friday) / Half Day 9:00am-12:00pm
• Location: Rock Chalk Park Soccer Field in Lawrence, KS
• Age Groups: Girls and Boys ages 5-12
• Focus: Skill development, teamwork, fun games, and more
• Coaching: Led by Kansas Soccer student-athletes and coaches

Why Choose Kansas Soccer Youth Camp?

• High-quality instruction from student-athletes and coaches
• A fun and safe environment for all players
• Opportunities for kids to bond with teammates, build new friendships and create lasting memories

Registration Information:

• Cost: $300 per player per session for Full Day / $200 per player per session for Half Day
• Sibling Discount: Register with a sibling for a $20 discount!
• T-Shirt Included!
• To Register: https://www.coachliesoccercamps.com/content/youth-camps

Spaces are limited, so don't wait to sign your child up for a chance to train like a Jayhawk!

For any questions or more details, feel free to reach out to us at comptonb@ku.edu

All currently enrolled LVS High School students can access their transcript through Parchment. When creating your account please use your personal email address; DO NOT use a school email address. You will have access to this account until July 31st after graduation or withdrawal from LVS. The LVS office will no longer be providing transcripts to current High School students, so please create your Parchment account today!

A Family Heirloom Essay Contest is being sponsored by Dr. Rand Dalton, gifted education teacher, Wellsville and Baldwin City schools and they and would love it if Lawrence school students competed! Students from Wellsville, Baldwin City, Eudora, Ottawa, and Three Lakes Co-op Schools.

Students will interview a family member about an heirloom, write the story behind what it is and why it's important to their family. The top entries will be published in a book and there are prizes for Grand prize, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels.

The entry form and essay are due April 28. The contest is open to every student in grades 4-12. Please email entry forms with essays to lvs@usd497.org and we will have Mr. Harwood complete the form and enter you in the contest.

Science City at Union Station in Kansas City, MO offers free seminars hosted by STEM professionals from around the KC area geared toward 7-12 graders. Visit their web site Science City for more information.

April is National Volunteer Month! Click the tic-tac-toe board above to learn fun ways to volunteer!

A mystery! High and Middle School students click picture above for more information.

Suicide doesn't discriminate and is the leading cause of preventable death in the US.

Be ready if a family member or friend needs help by downloading the "Kansas a Friend AsKS" app. Visit http://www.ag.ks.gov/asKS for more information.

Suicide Prevention Hotline simply dial 988!

LVS Middle Schoolers and their families are invited to an Indoor Field Day at the Lawrence Sports Pavilion on Friday, April 25th from 1:00 - 3:00 pm. For more information and to register click here.

Sporting KC One-Day Soccer Camp: 9 a.m.-noon Friday, Apr 18 at Sports Pavilion Lawrence. Cost: $70. An action-packed soccer camp for kids ages 5-14 to develop their skills with Sporting KC coaches.

Isabella S., LVS 3rd grader, played the part of Owl in Theatre Lawrence Youth Toupe's "Imagine a Dragon" on April 4-5th. Owl is a Bard, one of the entertainers who sing and tell stories at the struggling Dancing Dragon Inn. The plot involved an innkeeper desperate to keep her business open by making up a story about a Dragon. With an epic folk-rock score this musical and Isabella brought magic to the stage.

Great job Isabella!

All kids grades K-5 are invited to a free evening of soccer with Freestate High Soccer Team.

Who: All kids in K-5, sign up you whole team!

When: April 23rd 6:00-7:30pm/check-in starts at 5:30 pm

Where: Free State High Soccer Field (north side of FSH campus, 4700 Overland Dr.)

Cost: FREE (donations are suggested and appreciated)

See the attached fliers, English and Spanish for more information and how to register.

No Pet Club this month due to no Elementary School.

Pet Club will return Next Year!

When: First Friday of each month

Next meeting: Friday, May 2nd (last one of this year)

Time: 12:30 pm

Students have chance to share their own musical talents and listen to others. This could include playing a song on an instrument or singing. We will also learn about some famous musicians and various musical instruments. From time to time, we may have some guest performers!

There is no need to sign up in advance. Students should use this Webex link if they choose to attend.

Cooking Club meets one more time this year in May. Check back for date and recipe information.

Next Meeting: Friday, TBA

Time: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Where: Mrs. Case's Room (click here)

Check back for more information on upcoming Elementary Field Trips!

School Fees for 2024-2025 have assessed been and can be paid:

• By check made out to USD497 and mailed to LVS, 110 McDoald Dr., Lawrence, KS 66044
• Online with a credit/debit card by going to Pay Fees
• Via phone by calling Cindy in our Business Office at 785-330-4375

The District Finance office now emails Fee Statements to the main parent/guardian contact of students who still have outstanding accounts.

• The subject line of this email will be "Month" Fee Statement
• If will come from Lawrence Public Schools - USD #497
• The from email address may be Notification-Do_Not_Reply@target.brightarrow.com
• Please set your email settings so this does not go to your spam
• If you need to update your email address please send it to the LVS Business Office
• See fees due and Pay on-line here

This cost savings move will replace the paper statements mailed in the past. If you do no receive an email and have not paid your fees first check your Spam Folder. Please contact our Business Office at 785-330-4375 for more assistance. Paper statements will be mailed at the end of the school year to those with outstanding balances.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR LVS FAMILIES!

LVS families seeking assistance with paying fees need to complete the 2024-2025 Free and Reduced-Priced Meal Application. After completing the application please email cindy.hills@@usd497.org to receive a Consent for Disclosure form to complete the process.

A lot of qualifed families missed out on getting their fees waived last year because they did not provide the signed Consent for Disclosure Form so please do not forget this important step.

Please check out our new Help Documents:

• Links to iPad Guides for Students
• Classlink Login fix
  
• Schoology App Login Fix

If you are still having technical issues with your school-issued device contact IT by sending a work order to: itworkorder@usd497.org

You may also call IT for support at 785-330-HELP (4357).

Below are some more detailed Zoom instructions for students and learning coaches. If your teacher is using Zoom please be sure to download these for further reference.

All LVS Parents, for your student to be successful you need to create your PowerSchool Parent Account as soon as possible. The Enrollment department provided you with the information required to set up your parent account. If you did not receive the information please contact lvs@usd497.org and they will provide you with the information needed.

Please visit this page for more information.

It is important that your LVS teachers and staff have current contact information. If you have a new email or phone number please contact our office (lvs@usd497.org or 785-832-5620).

All Home/Mailing Address Changes will be made by completing the Address Change form. Home addresses changes require Proof of Residence (utility bill, lease agreement, or vehicle registration emailed to lvs@usd47.org).

Scholastic Reading Club is an opportunity for K-8 students to order books from Scholastic Book Clubs that are delivered directly to your home. When you use the LVS code to purchase books, we can offer free books to share with students.

Shop Online: http://scholastic.com/readingclub

One-Time Class Activation Code: LVYZB

Please associate your student with Marcia Riggis' “class” when prompted to connect your student to a class. Book orders are due on the 29th of each month.

Questions? Contact Marcia Riggins

Community Rewards is an easy way to donate to LVS based on the shopping you do every day at Dillons. The program does not change your own Dillons points; it just gives LVS a bit of a boost.

You're only three easy steps away from earning rewards for LVS.

1. Create a digital account using your Dillon's Card. (must have a digital account to participate)

2. Go here to search for Lawrence Virtual School.

3. Select LVS and start shopping!

Every little bit helps.

For more information visit Dillons Community Rewards FAQs.

Buy. Scan. Earn. (Yes, it's that easy!)

LVS earns cash when you purchase participating Box Top items and scan the receipt containing those items. Our goal is to earn $1,000 this year which we can use for student events.

Download the Box Tops App on your phone and start scanning those receipts.

Target is offering 40 Bonus Box Tops when you buy 4 select General Mills items. Click above for more information.

Zach Harwood: Principal

Sarah Mahoney: Dean of Student Engagement

Daiceonna Henderson: Enrollment

Cindy Hills: Business Office/Interim Registrar

Lawrence Virtual School

Website

lvs@usd497.org

(785) 832-5620