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Lawton Public Schools hold a regular “First Class Meetings” for new teachers in the district, where they can learn more about curriculum, communication, student behavior, and more. At the most recent First Class Meeting, we were proud to offer a chance for a little something extra. Allen Dickey of Eisenhower High School won a $300 […]
We wanted to share a heartfelt “THANK YOU” to our community members, sponsors, and LPS Foundation volunteers. Because of your support, our very first golf tournament was a huge success! With the pandemic still very real in our society, we had to find a way to still support our Grants to Teachers program, without being […]
“Thank you so much Lawton Public School Foundation! We wanted to bring science and technology in the classroom to expose students to their soon reality as technology is an ever-increasing industry. We are so excited to have a humanoid robot and a robotic arm to introduce coding in our classroom. The students love using the […]
“In school, we teach abstract concepts–but the students aren’t always invested in it. Bringing the hydroponics tower into our Gifted and Talented classroom allows my students the real-world experience to be a positive change in the world. Teaching them (through vertical gardening techniques) how to grow better produce with less water and resources will give […]
The event took place on June 2, 2016, at the Hilton Garden Inn Ballroom. Guests were delighted with the Yellow Rose Theatre Production of Motown Gold, featuring lively musical performances by talented artists. With their ticket purchase, guests enjoyed dinner, dessert, drinks and a show along side other philanthropic-minded individuals. All proceeds benefited LPSF. A […]
For immediate release: Lawton, OK – February 1, 2016 The Lawton Public School Foundation (LPSF) just awarded $84,243 in grants to Lawton Public Schools (LPS) teachers to enhance learning opportunities in their classrooms. The grants were awarded to 65 teachers throughout the district who applied last fall. All LPS teachers are encouraged to apply each […]
On November 12, 2015, a reception was held to show appreciation to Pillar Contributors, and to give prospective Pillars an opportunity to see what the Foundation does. The event was held at the Lawton Country Club and provided a platform for several recent grant recipients to showcase what they have been able to do with […]
Heading into its 25th year, the Lawton Public Schools Foundation continues its legacy of enlightenment with the funding of technology, programs, materials and extra-curricular activities for local students. The nonprofit finished strong last year, awarding more than $82,000 in total toward educational endeavors, and funding one very special trip for a group of juniors at […]
On October 2, 2015, the Annual Breakfast Fundraiser was held at the Golden Corral Restaurant. The $10 per ticket all-you-can-eat event brought in $12,560. The Foundation appreciates Golden Corral of Lawton for underwriting 100% of the cost of the breakfast.