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STAAR Starts This Month
STAAR is the state's testing program and is based on state curriculum standards in core subjects:
  • Reading (all grades are tested)
  • Mathematics (all grades are tested)
  • Science (only 8th grade students)
  • Social studies (only 8th grade students)

STAAR tests are designed to measure what students are learning in each grade and whether or not they are ready for the next grade. The goal is to ensure that all students receive what they need to be academically successful. Meeting these individual student needs depends greatly on schools, parents, and community members working together.

How Long Does A Test Take? Students are expected to complete STAAR tests in about three hours; however, any student who needs additional time may continue testing until the end of the school day.

How will the transition to fully online testing affect students’ performance on STAAR? This year all students will test online. Students participated in the Interim STAAR online testing in February, but this is a transition for our students, who have used paper STAAR in prior years.
When Will The STAAR Testing Happen? Online testing at The Lawson Academy will occur between April 18 and May 12. Each content has specific dates for testing. The campus is closed for visitors during actual testing.
  • Reading tests can take place between from April 18 - April 28
  • Science tests can take place between April 25 - May 5
  • Social Studies tests can take place between April 25 - May 5
  • Mathematics tests can take place between May 2 - May 12

How Can I Help My Child Be Ready For the STAAR Test?
Don’t Stress; Do Your Best

Before the test, the best preparation is to help your child spend some time relaxing, getting a good night’s rest, and eating healthy meals.
Vision & Hearing Screenings
Students in the 7th grade received Hearing and Vision screenings. Every student in attendance was screened. Most of our students "passed" the screenings -- which is great! For students who need additional vision or hearing support, referrals have already been made to parents and guardians.

The Lawson Academy thanks Prevent Blindness Texas and the University of Houston Communication Sciences & Disorders Program for their help in completing these screenings.
Vision 2023
Our STEM-Maritime Showcase

Last month's newsletter looked at the STEM program. The goal of this spring offering was to showcase STEM Careers in Maritime sectors through real world occupations. Students were able to focus on the many STEM jobs available with Maritime: Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineers, Architectural, Analytics, Programmers, and more.

Students were able to develop their own STEM-Maritime websites and present them for our review! Thanks to Ms. Shelby Jones for her skills as a virtual teacher and her excellent program that introduced students to STEM and Maritime. Thanks to Ms. Deborah Nickerson, our Edgenuity teacher, for her participation in the STEM program.
On Campus Safety Measures
Classrooms and high touch areas are cleaned and disinfected daily. Thanks to the parents and community that continues to support a safe Return to In-Person Instruction following the pandemic. Keep monitoring your student (and your family) for any signs of COVID-19 and take appropriate action. This daily schedule should inform you whether it is safe to send your student to The Lawson Academy.
Your Academy Has A PTO
The Academy Parent-Teacher Organization, the PTO, provides ongoing information about our campus and input. If you haven't attended yet, this is your month to join us. Meetings are 3rd Thursdays at 4:00 p.m. Put it on your calendar now and be with us on April 20th.
Party in the Park 4/22/2023
Join us on Saturday, April 22 at Emancipation Park for a Family Fun Day! The Lawson Academy will be recruiting new students for the upcoming year, and we want to see you. Bring your friends to learn more about our campus, and plan to have fun in Emancipation Park from 10 am to 2 pm. See you there!
Our Meal Menu
April Calendar of Events
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Transportation Schedule
Transportation services are a privilege which will continue only if behavior on the school bus is reasonable and safe. Schedule may change to address student rider and safety needs. All parents and bus riders must abide by the Bus Rider Contract (click the button, below).
On March 20, an updated Transportation Schedule took effect. Thanks to all parents and guardians who helped us to make this important change.
Get Your School Uniform
Academy uniforms are available at Flynn Ohara. Order your student's uniform online at https://flynnohara.com/shop/the-lawson-academy-tx048/

The Dress Code should be strictly adhered to. Faculty and staff conduct uniform checks daily. PARENTS: we understand that uniforms are being ordered and will deliver in two-three weeks. The Lawson Academy will use relaxed uniform guidelines until mid-September, 2022, giving sufficient time for purchases made just before school started to be delivered to you.

Get student ties, gym shirts and spirit shirts at: 5220 Scott Street (WALIPP Senior Residence) or online https://thelawsonacademy.org/shop-lawson/
Recommend Us To Your Friends
Every parent at The Lawson Academy is part of our Recruiting Team. Share information with your friends and neighbors about our program.

Let them know how great we are, and give us a chance to prove it!
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