Superintendent Search

Due to Weather: This event has been rescheduled. It is now on Thursday, January 24, 7:00 p.m., in the Learning Center at the Admin Building. 

Superintendent Karen Brofft is retiring; therefore, LPSD will be hiring a new superintendent. LPSD wants input from parents and community members regarding our new superintendent. 

Provide input via this survey

Community Input Event - Superintendent Search Flyer

Superintendent Brofft's Retirement Announcement

CASB Superintendent Search Information

CASB Posting for LPSD Superintendent Opening

Important Dates
Monday, January 14, 2019 - Superintendent Position Posted
Thursday, January 24, 7:00 p.m. - Community Input
Thursday, February 14, 2019 – Posting Closes
Tuesday, February 19, 2019 – Board Screens Applications in Executive Session
Monday, February 25, 2019 – Board Announces Finalists
Thursday, March 14, 2019 – Superintendent Interviews staff
Friday, March 15, 2019 – Superintendent Interviews with Board
Monday, March 18, 2019 – Board Announces Superintendent

LPSD Ranked Third Best School District in Colorado 

Among the Best School Districts in Colorado of 2019, Lewis-Palmer School District 38 was ranked third in a list of 25 districts, as reported by the Denver Business Journal. The Denver Business Journal reported this information based on comprehensive research done by Niche. 

Some of the factors and methodology used in compiling this list included academics, teachers, culture and diversity, parent/student surveys, health and safety, sports, and more. 

The 2019 Best School Districts ranking is based on analysis of academic and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education along with college data, test scores, and ratings from Niche users.

LPHS nominated in "Best of the Springs" contest

Lewis-Palmer High School was nominated in the Gazette's Best of the Springs contest 2019.

To cast your vote, please visit the best of the springs' website, select "vote" at the top of the page, then select "family & health", submit an email address, and select LPSH in the high school list.

Voting will end on February 19, 2019.

LPSD Tied for Region's Highest Graduation Rate

Lewis-Palmer School District 38 is one of two districts with the highest graduation rate in the region, according to the Colorado Department of Education. This year's percentage increased to 95.5, a jump from last year's 95.4 percent.

Lewis-Palmer and Palmer Ridge high schools were also in the top three schools with the highest graduation rates in the Pikes Peak Region, as reported by the Gazette. Graduation rates have increased to 80.7 percent statewide, according to the CDE. 

Lewis-Palmer District 38 tied with Calhan RJ-1 for highest graduation rate in the region. 

• Prairie Winds Elementary                     
• Lewis-Palmer Elementary School 

This John Irwin award is given to schools that demonstrate exceptional academic achievement over time. These schools received an Exceeds Expectations rating on the Academic Achievement indicator of the School Performance Frameworks reflecting exceptional performance in Math, English Language Arts, and Science. More information is available in Schoolview. More information regarding LPSD and other Colorado districts' data is available through the CDE's online resource District Dashboard. The District Dashboard provides district and school level trend data in a variety of visual formats (graphs and charts) so that users can more easily see patterns. 

LPSD Curriculum Adoption - Public Review

Lewis-Palmer School District #38 follows Board Policy IJ for the selection of core instructional programs selected for whole class use within the district’s schools. 

Core instructional programs, including digital and print text and web-based programs, shall be available for inspection by students’ parents/guardians for a two-week period in a public setting.  The community may access, review, and comment on the core instructional programs and books that are being considered during this period. 

From January 14 – January 28, 2019, the recommended K – 5 Math, 7^th Social Studies, 7^th & 8^th Health, 9^th Earth Science, 10^th/11^th Chemistry, and 11^th American History resources and materials will be available for public review and comment.  Materials will be available Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Lewis-Palmer School District #38 Administration Building, 146 Jefferson Street, Monument, CO 80132.  

Choice Enrollment for the Upcoming School Year

Choice Enrollment for the 2019-2020 school year has begun. You can find the application and information on the Choice Enrollment page.

Preschool D38 Deliberates Summary

Thank you, to all of the parents and staff members who participated in the D38 Deliberates event on December 5, 2018 

Summary of December 5 D38 Deliberates 

LPSD continues to be rated as Accredited with Distinction by the state of Colorado
The CDE released PRELIMINARY DRAFTS of District and School Performance Frameworks (DPF and SPF). This information may be accessed under the Assessment and Accountability Department page.

Free Math Tutoring at the Monument Library

Mondays from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. starting September 10, 2018. See the After Math flyer for details.

LPSD Employment Opportunities

Lewis-Palmer School District 38 is looking for quality individuals to support immediate job openings for the following positions. More flexible, substitute positions are also available.

Bus Drivers,

Food Service Workers,

Custodians,

Paraprofessionals,

Substitute Teachers.

Join a great team and support students. Work schedules align with your children's school calendar and open positions offer competitive wages and benefits. More information is available on LPSD's Personnel Services page. To apply for a specific position, visit LPSD's Job Listings.

LPSD Receives Financial Recognition 

Early in May 2018, Lewis-Palmer School District received notification that the Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International awarded the district with ASBO’s Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting for the fiscal year ended 2017.  According to ASBO, "This award represents a significant achievement and reflects your commitment to transparency and high-quality financial reporting."

ASBO Certificate of Excellence

ASBO Announcement

LPSD Finance Audit Results 
Lewis-Palmer School District’s credit rating is again Aa2 which is above the nationwide school district median. Moody’s Investors Service, an independent credit rating agency, judged LPSD’s  financial position as very strong exhibiting sound financial management. More information is available in Moody's Report.

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Shutterfly and Tiny Prints Fundraiser

Palmer Ridge High School is thrilled to announce a new ongoing fundraising opportunity with Shutterfly and Tiny Prints.  Shutterfly and Tiny Prints offer a wide range of personalized photo products.  For each purchase you make from either one of these brands, 8% will be donated to PRHS.  PLEASE SPREAD THE WORD AND SHARE WITH ALL YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

To get started, go to http://palmerridgehighschool.shutterflystorefront.com, click on Shop Shutterfly or Shop Tiny Prints and this will take you to the Shutterfly website.  You can create a an account or if you already have one just login.  Once you've logged in, begin shopping and by making a purchase it will support PRHS.  Thank you.

PRHS Open Enrollment Tour Dates

BE A BEAR!

Are you considering Palmer Ridge High School for the 2019-20 school year?  If so, PRHS will be offering school tours on:

Friday, January 25th at 1:30 p.m.

Friday, February 8th at 1:30 p.m

Please contact Mrs. Herebic at 719-867-8600 to make a tour reservation.  There will be a maximum of 30 families per tour.

Registration and open house for current District 38 eighth grade students who live within the PRHS boundaries will be held on Thursday, February 28th, from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  School tour will also be offered on this evening.

Important School Info and Forms

     Snowball Dance Guest Form (Posted 1-17-19)

     AP Exam Schedule 2019 (Posted 1-17-19)

     Shutterfly Fundraiser for PRHS (Posted 1-17-19)

Push Emails 2018-2019

     AP Exam Registration (Posted 1-17-19)

     Shutterfly, Foundation, Snowball Dance and Fees (Posted 1-16-19)

     Attention 10th/11th Grade Students-Career Start 2019-2020 (Posted 1-10-19)

     2nd Semester Info (Posted 1-7-19)

Class of 2019

YEARBOOKS may be pre-ordered on yearbookordercenter.com, school code 16034.

PRHS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

If you would like to volunteer at PRHS, please fill out THIS GOOGLE FORM. This helps us to know how you want to become involved. You must also fill out the required LPSD Volunteer Services Agreement found just below.

LPSD VOLUNTEER SERVICES AGREEMENT

Lewis-Palmer School District requires each volunteer to fill out the LPSD Volunteer Services Agreement every school year. If you have not already completed the form this year, please print THIS FORM, fill it out, and then deliver it to LPSD or PRHS. Please make sure to tell us how you would like to become involved by completing the Google Form above.

Dates to Remember

Dates to Remember 2018-19 (Posted 12-14-18)