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Adult Learning Center Earns Top Award in 2026
Lawrence Public Schools Adult Learning Center was recognized at the State Directors of Adult Education 2026 Conference for its Outstanding Performance during FY26.
Lawrence's Adult Education Program, 1 of 84 state-funded programs, was # 1 with a 95% National Reporting System (NRS) Post Test Rate, and was # 1 with a 169% Measurable Skills Gain (MSG) performance.
Congratulations to the adult learners, past and present, as well as the entire staff for their commitment to adult education excellence. Great job, Team!
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Frost Complex Welcomes Senator Payano and School Committee Members
The Frost Complex learned about Civics today with their special guest, Senator Pavel Payano. The Senator was joined by School Committee Members Jessica Ramirez and Jesús Suriel and they spent the day talking with students from many classes. Thank you all for taking the time to visit with our Frosties!
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Rollins Celebrates with Art
Wings and art were all over the Rollins School as students learned about Frida Kahlo and other artists during the Hispanic Heritage celebrations.
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Cross Country Senior Runs Best Time
Class of 2027 distance runner Rafely Garcia led the race in the meet with Central Catholic bringing in a time of 16:39 on the course, a personal record. The team is competing against Billerica away today at 3:45pm.
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Pedro Martinez Foundation Kicks off Coding Program
Pedro Martinez Foundation held the kick off of their new Lawrence Afterschool Coding Program today with many excited students at the South Lawrence East. Students learned that they can sign up for this special program that will teach 3rd and 4th graders from seven Lawrence Public Schools basic coding from October-December. Wally the Red Sox mascot danced with the kids and Pedro and Carolina Martinez spent some time answering questions and even playing ball. Thank you to all the partners who made this event possible today.
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Judge Newman Talks Attendance Matters with First Graders
Thank you to retired Judge Mark Newman for visiting the 1st grade class of Ms. McCoombe and Ms. Abreu today at the South Lawrence East School! The students listened to a book read by Judge Newman and talked about why it is important to go to school. They were recorded as part of the September is Attendance month - stay tuned for "Attendance Matters Every Day Counts" videos coming out soon!
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Open House at Breen School 2026
Families at the Breen School visited the Kindergarten and PreK classes in a recent Open House event. Parents met with teachers and learned about other local resources available to them.
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ELPAC Participants Top 250
More than 250 people attended the first two sessions of ELPAC held at the Lawrence Public Library in the morning and the NCEC in the evening. Parents learn about important information and resources that will help their children succeed in school.
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PreK and K Ready to Go in 2026
Happy waves as these Wetherbee School Kindergarteners line up to start their first day of school! All students from PreK to post grad are now back at Lawrence Public Schools. Have a terrific school year everyone!
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PreK and Kindergarten Starts September 8th 2026
Tuesday, September 8th is "Welcome to School" for all PreK and Kindergarten students in Lawrence Public Schools! Hennessey School was busy with an Open House event to get their students ready. We hope everyone enjoys the Labor Day weekend and we will see you Tuesday!
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Welcome Back to the School Year 2026
Welcome back to school! The Superintendent greeted students on the first day of this school year. All our 1st -12th graders arrived today ready to learn. Have a great year, everyone!
Remember: "Every Day Counts, Every Student Belongs, Every Family Matters."
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