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Welcome Back to School!
The first day of school for grades 1-12 is Wednesday, September 4.
The first day of kindergarten is Monday, September 9.
Congratulations, Class of 2024!
Congratulations, grads!
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Latest round of refinancing will save taxpayers additional $2.2 million
As part of Lakewood School District’s commitment to financial responsibility, the district successfully completed a $7,995,000 public sale of their Unlimited Tax General Obligation Refunding Bonds, 2024B. The sale was finalized September 4.
As with the refinancing of the District’s 2014 Bonds, Superintendent Murphy emphasized that the savings achieved today will offset future tax collections, reducing the overall tax burden to district residents.
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- September 4: First Day Grades 1-12
- September 4-6: Kindergarten Family Connection Days (Watch for details from your school.)
- September 9: Kindergarten First Day
- September 6: Early-Release Friday (School Hours)
- September 9: First Day of Developmental Preschool
- September 16: First Day of ECEAP Preschool
The first day of kindergarten is Monday, September 9.
Please take a few minutes to review your contact information and make any necessary updates during Returning Student Registration.
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On June 20, the Lakewood Board of Directors recognized its 2023-24 Heart of Lakewood recipients.
Congratulations to Melanie Irish, Ken Christiansen and Jahna Smith.
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Lakewood School District is proud to announce that Lakewood High School is one of 20 schools around the state honored with the inaugural “Washington Schools on the Rise” award from the Association of Washington Student Leaders and the Association of Washington School Principals.
According to the AWSP website, “These 20 schools from around the state have worked tirelessly to implement a culture focused on student-adult collaboration to benefit overall school culture and student voice. Their main goal? To build an inclusive and equitable school environment for all students through working together!”
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Cougar Creek and English Crossing Elementary Schools have been honored with the Washington School Recognition Awards for the 2022-2023 school year.
Cougar Creek Elementary was recognized for growth in one or more student groups.
English Crossing Elementary was recognized for closing achievement gaps in one or more student groups.
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Over the past three weeks, some of our elementary students have been playing to learn at Lakewood Summer Academy.
From engaging STEM projects inspired by stories for our youngest learners to Math Adventures for our older elementary students, and even a Middle School Success class for our rising sixth graders, there's been something for everyone.
Along the way, students made new friends, enjoyed outdoor playtime, and discovered exciting new concepts.
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About Us
The Lakewood School District has placed students at its center. Our staff work together to fulfill the following strategic priorities:
* Service, Leadership and a Community of Caring
* Equitable Access to Powerful Learning
* Collaborative Community and Programmatic Partnerships
