Lawrence County CUSD 20

FRESHMAN and NEW student orientation is at LHS tonight at 5:00 in the auditorium. Also, at 6:00 tonight is the all sport parent/player meeting in the auditorium.

CUSD #20 Community, As everyone knows school is about to begin for the students and staff of Unit #20. We are excited to have everyone back at school and look forward to an exciting year. With students returning to school, the amount of individuals walking and biking around town is going to increase. Please slow down and pay extra attention to your surroundings. Also, remember that it is against the law to use a cell phone in a school zone and our police department does a great job in monitoring this throughout the year. School buses will continue to run as normal as possible. Due to a shortage of drivers, there may be times that we have to adjust routes and run a second route to cover certain areas of the district. Students and parents will be notified of these changes as soon as possible and we ask for your patience and understanding in these situations. I also want to remind everyone that students who live within 1.5 miles of school are not allowed to ride the bus, unless they reside in what the state has determined to be a safety hazard area. Students in PreK through 8th grade are allowed to ride the bus if they live east of Route 1 or north of Highway 250. However, LHS students are not allowed to ride the bus if they live within 1.5 miles. I understand this causes hardships for some families as younger students can ride the bus but older siblings can’t, but that is a state law, not a local regulation. This year, the state will not be providing reimbursement for school lunches for students. Therefore, we will be charging for breakfast and lunch again this year. I strongly encourage everyone to complete the application for free and reduced lunches. Families who qualify will be notified and student’s free/reduced status will be kept confidential. School safety will continue to be stressed this year within Unit #20. We have added additional safety measures at each school as well as additional training for our staff to enhance the safety of all students and staff. Finally, I encourage everyone to be involved in our school community as much as possible. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the school for assistance. Sincerely, Doug Daugherty, Superintendent Lawrence County CUSD #20

Parkview Open House has been postponed until Monday, August 15th from 5:00 - 6:00.

Today's Parkview Boys Baseball tryouts has been cancelled.

Today's Parkview baseball open field has been canceled.

There will be a Parkview softball player/parent meeting tonight at 6:00 in the Parkview cafeteria for anyone interested in playing softball this season.

Welcome Back to School Letter. Below is a link for Unit 20 registration information. https://5il.co/1ecrj

CUSD #20 Schools will dismiss on Friday, May 27th at 10:00 a.m. for summer vacation. Have a great summer!!

The LCHD is hosting a Summer Kick-Off Party at the Lawrenceville City Pool June 3, 6-8 PM. https://5il.co/1aztz

CUSD #20 Schools will dismiss 2 hours early today, Friday, May 6th.

Today's LHS Softball and Baseball game has been cancelled.

The Parkview Track Meet for today has been cancelled.

School-based Health Center Survey School based health centers are considered one of the most effective strategies for delivering preventative care, including reproductive and mental health services, to adolescents-a population long considered difficult to reach. The Lawrence County Health Department is gathering the community’s feedback on the potential need for a health center based in the Lawrenceville School District. The following services would be provided: - School Physicals - Sports Physicals - Vaccines - Acute health visits due to sickness - Chronic health visits - Acute injury visits - Mental Health - General Health Education - Nutrition Education - Sexual Health Education - Referrals needed to any specialty - Well Child Visits Would you please take a few minutes to complete this survey? https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/8FPGBXS The LCHD appreciates your feedback!

LHS SPORTS TIME CHANGES: Track meet at Red Hill will start at 4:00 with running events ONLY. Softball will start at 5:30 at Mt. Carmel and Baseball game from today has been moved back to tomorrow at 4:30 at Mt. Carmel. Tomorrow's games vs North Knox have been canceled.

LHS SPORTS TIME CHANGES: The start time for tonight's HOME baseball and softball games vs. Newton has been moved back to 5:30. Come support the Indians!!

Attention, parents of soon-to-be kindergarteners, sixth graders and seniors! The LCHD is offering after-hours vaccination clinics for those students who need vaccines to enter the next grade. Please bring the following information: - Insurance card - Paperwork from school showing required vaccinations Call 618-943-3302 to schedule an appointment or with any questions. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1110/CUSD%2020/2025680/immunization_clinic.pdf

THURSDAY, APRIL 28, 2022 AT 6 PM Lawrenceville School-Based Health Center Discussion Lawrenceville High School Cafeteria Join the Lawrence County Health Department for a discussion on the need for a school-based health center. School-based health centers are exactly what the name implies: the center of health in the schools where they are based. This center would be a partnership between Lawrenceville Community School District #20 and the Lawrence County Health Department. Students will be able to visit with a LCHD provider during school hours to discuss an array of concerns. Parents and guardians are able to virtually tune in to the appointment. Everyone is welcome to join the LCHD for a community discussion on this topic!

Notice of Public Meeting On Monday, May 9th at 9am, a meeting will be conducted by Unit #20 Special Needs office. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the district’s plans for providing special education services to students with disabilities who will attend private schools and home schools within the district for the ‘22-’23 school year. If you are a parent or guardian or a homeschooled student who has been or may be identified with a disability and you reside within the boundaries of Unit #20 school district, you are encouraged to attend. For more information or any questions please call Ms. Kristine Rhinehart at the Special Services Office at 618-943-8376.

LHS SPORTS SCHEDULE CHANGES: Today's baseball game will be played at Casey and the softball game has been canceled.

LHS SPORTS SCHEDULE CHANGES: Today's home softball game vs South Knox will be at 5:00 p.m. Tomorrow's baseball game vs Red Hill will be played at Lawrenceville at 4:30 p.m.