Lawtell Elementary School

Lawtell families, students who earned a 3.00 GPA and above for the 2nd Nine Week Period will be treated to a Chili Dog - Biting into Good Grades!

Happy Mardi Gras, St. Landry Parish! 🎭💜 Whether you’re out catching beads or enjoying a quiet day off, we wish all of our students, staff, and families a wonderful and safe holiday. Let the good times roll! 🎷✨

Today, we join the nation in celebrating Presidents' Day. 🇺🇸

On this February 16, we reflect on the history of the American presidency and the leaders who have guided our country through its most defining moments. It’s a day to honor the office and the enduring principles of leadership and service.

Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, and we want to share a huge thank you with the dedicated officers of St. Landry Parish! 💙
Today, we recognize the vital role they play in fostering a secure and supportive atmosphere in our schools. Please join us in showing them some appreciation! 👮‍♂️🤝👮‍♀️

Happy Valentine’s Day, St. Landry Parish!💌 Whether you're celebrating with friends, family, or classmates, we hope your day is as sweet as a box of chocolates!🍫💖

We are thrilled to invite our students, families, and community members to our upcoming Black History Program! This year, we are shining a special "Divine Nine Spotlight" on Service, Scholarship, and Black Excellence. We are honored to welcome special guests from: 💗 Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 💙 Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. ❤️ Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. Join us for a morning of inspiration, history, and community pride! 📅 Event Details: * WHEN: Friday, February 20, 2026 * TIME: 10:00 AM * WHERE: Lawtell Elementary Gym Don’t miss out on this incredible celebration of heritage and leadership. We can’t wait to see you there! 🐾✨ #LawtellElementary #BlackHistoryMonth #DivineNine #BlackExcellence #CommunityPride

Lawtell families, secure your child’s spot for the upcoming school year by visiting the front office to register for Pre-K today! Slots are filling up fast, so please come by soon to ensure your little learner is all set for success.

We want to ensure all of our families have the upcoming holiday dates on their calendars!
St. Landry Parish schools will be CLOSED for the Mardi Gras holiday on the following dates:
📅 Monday, February 16
📅 Tuesday, February 17
📅 Wednesday, February 18
Students will return to school on Thursday, February 19.

Behind every successful student and school is a team of dedicated support staff. We are thrilled to announce our District Support Persons of the Year! These individuals work tirelessly to provide a safe, welcoming, and efficient environment for our entire SLP community.
🍎 Elementary Support Person of the Year: Courtney Jennings – Port Barre Elementary
🎓 High School Support Person of the Year: Tawania Gallow – Eunice High School
🏢 Central Office Support Person of the Year: Carlo Rosette – St. Landry Parish School Board

We are incredibly proud to announce our District Principals of the Year! These dedicated leaders go above and beyond every day to inspire our students, support our teachers, and strengthen our community.
🍎 Elementary Principal of the Year: April Guidry – Grand Prairie Elementary
📚 Middle School Principal of the Year: Stephanie Senegal – Creswell Middle School
🎓 High School Principal of the Year: Irma Trosclair – Eunice High School

Important St. Landry Parish School Board District-Wide Closure Notice
Please be advised that all St. Landry Parish School Board schools and offices will be closed on Monday, January 26th, and Tuesday, January 27th, due to forecasted winter weather conditions. This decision was reached after consulting with the National Weather Service and the Office of Emergency Preparedness.
The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. All after-school activities, practices, and school or district-related events scheduled for these days are also canceled.
We encourage everyone to stay indoors, keep warm, and stay safe for the duration of this winter weather event. We will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates regarding Wednesday’s schedule through our standard communication channels.

The Steve Carter Education Program provides $1,500 vouchers to families of eligible K-12 public school students per school year. These digital vouchers are used to purchase high-quality literacy and math tutoring.

Program Details:
👉Available to K-12 public school students who are below reading and mathematics proficiency.
👉In-person or virtual options are available.
👉Tutoring sessions must be held after school hours.

🛑 You must have your child’s school-issued Louisiana Student ID (LASID) number to complete the application. This is a 10-digit number assigned by schools to track student information.🛑

Families can apply through the portal below to receive the voucher and select a provider:
https://www.louisianatutoringinitiative.com/s/

Thanksgiving break is around the corner! 🦃🥧
Please be advised that students will have NO SCHOOL from Monday, November 24th through Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving Break!

🔬 Happy International STEM Day!
Today, we celebrate Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.
Let's inspire the next generation to be determined and unstoppable in their pursuit of knowledge.

Mark your calendars! 🗓️
We have an Early Dismissal coming up next Wednesday, November 12th, 2025.
This means students will be leaving school earlier than usual. Double-check the exact dismissal time and make sure transportation/pickup is all set!

Happy Halloween! 👻

Lawtell families, Fall has arrived. Please view the correct outerwear.
Thanks Lawtell Leaders.

Red Ribbon Week
🔴✨ Embrace Red Ribbon Week and take a stand against drugs! Let's unite to promote a drug-free lifestyle and create a community of support and awareness. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of our loved ones.
#RedRibbonWeek #DrugFreeZone 🌟 🚫