Student Services
Lawrence Public Schools is committed to providing student services to support and recognize the gifts and abilities of all learners. Visit this page to learn about the continuum of programming we offer at LPS.
English Language Learners
Mental Health Support
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS)
Students With Disabilities
Lawrence Public Schools has several systems in place to serve its students with disabilities. We also coordinate with Van Buren Intermediate School District (VBISD) to
provide direct and indirect services to our Lawrence students with disabilities as well as those having more severe or low-incidence disabilities. In addition, services for
children with disabilities birth to Kindergarten may be obtained through the Van Buren Intermediate School District.
If you have specific questions regarding any of the special education programs, or for a copy of the Special Education Parent Handbook, please call the main office of your
child's school or our Special Education Supervisor.
Lawrence Elementary: 269-674-8231 Lawrence Jr. Sr. High: 269-674-8232 Fax: 269-674-8206
Laura Thornburg., Special Education Supervisor
Phone: 269-539-5919
Email: Laura Thornburg
McKinney Vento Homeless Act
The McKinney-Vento Act is a Federal Law that ensures the right of students to go to school even when they are homeless or don’t have a permanent address. The Act aims to reduce barriers that have prevented many homeless youth from enrolling, attending, and succeeding in school. Lawrence Public Schools' Homeless Liaison is Tara Lampe. Please contact Mrs. Lampe for more information. 269-674-8233