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Arts & Events October 25, 2023 - 5:55 pm

Lawrence High students to put on Chesty’s Haunted House, a fundraiser for the science department

by Lawrence Times

Students of Lawrence High School are planning spooky science fun for those who attend their Halloween-themed fundraiser on Sunday.

Education June 24, 2023 - 4:04 pm

Lawrence High graduate sees success at national debate tournament, reflects on how debate has helped him

by Chansi Long

Just before Thomas Lushington was scheduled to depart for the National Speech and Debate Association tournament, a local coach offered him some feedback on his argument, igniting a frenzy of revision. The changes paid off.

Carter Gaskins/Lawrence Times
Education May 23, 2023 - 10:41 pm

Lawrence High graduates, like their school building, emerge stronger than they were 4 years ago

by Cuyler Dunn

Lawrence High School graduates found themselves, like their school building, thrown into disarray during their high school years. But the building and graduates had one thing in common: they made it through the challenges stronger than before.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Education May 16, 2023 - 4:41 pm

Lawrence High’s Valerie Schrag wins annual Bobs Award and $10K prize

by Tricia Masenthin

The payout was huge, and it matched the praise heaped today on social studies teacher Valerie Schrag as she received the Lawrence Schools Foundation’s 2023 Excellence in Teaching Award.

Education May 11, 2023 - 5:14 pm

Former students honor Lawrence High School math teacher Matt Ellis with teaching award

by Cuyler Dunn

In the halls of Lawrence High School, math teacher Matt Ellis will always be known for his collection of ties that he features throughout the school year. Now he’ll also be known as the winner of a teaching award that reflects his connection with his students.

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Education May 8, 2023 - 8:41 pm

Free State wins fourth-straight forensics state title; Lawrence High takes fourth place

by Cuyler Dunn

Free State High School took home its fourth-straight state forensics title over the weekend, and Lawrence High School finished in fourth place. Both schools sent multiple entries to the finals.

Education April 30, 2023 - 1:30 pm

After 4 instruments and 14 years, Lawrence High School student’s musical passion settles on the clarinet

by Cuyler Dunn

Lawrence High School senior Felix Guo refused to excel at only one instrument. Instead, he chose four.

Chloe Anderson/Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 27, 2023 - 9:40 am

Lawrence High School’s annual ‘Showtime’ variety show returns

by Chloe Anderson

Members of Lawrence High School choirs will hit the stage Thursday, Friday and Saturday with “Showtime,” the choral department’s annual variety show. 

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Life March 28, 2023 - 1:43 pm

Lawrence students hold walkouts for transgender rights

by Lawrence Times

Students at multiple Lawrence schools participated in walkouts at 11 a.m. Tuesday to show support for transgender people and trans rights.

Molly Adams/Lawrence Times
Education March 1, 2023 - 5:08 pm

Lawrence High, Quail Run Elementary students unite for inclusion at assembly 

by Tricia Masenthin

Quail Run third grader Caitlin Bartlow showed her eagerness when visitors from Lawrence High School called for audience members to participate during an assembly Wednesday morning.
“Is it my turn to be included?” she asked.

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