Superintendent Search
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. Join us on Tuesday, January 22, 7:00 p.m., at the District Administration Building in the Learning Center. 

Community Input Event - Superintendent Search Flyer

Superintendent Brofft's Retirement Announcement

CASB Superintendent Search Information

CASB Posting for LPSD Superintendent Opening

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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Snowball Dance

February 2, 2019

7:00-11:00 at LPHS (ID required at the door)

Semi-formal

Tickets: $15 on sale in the Commons durning both lunches

Guest Form

LPHS Open Enrollment Tour Dates

BE A RANGER!

Are you considering Lewis-Palmer High School for the 2019-20 school year?  If so, LPHS will be offering school tours (by appointment only) on:

Friday, December 7th at 8:00 a.m. - CLOSED

Friday, January 18th at 8:00 a.m. - CLOSED

Friday, February 8th at 8:00 a.m.

Please contact Ms. Verrie at 719-488-6186 to make a tour reservation.

Registration and open house for current District 38 eighth grade students who live within the LPHS boundaries will be held on 8th Grade Night, Thursday, February 28th from 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.  School tours will be available that evening.

Incoming Freshmen Registration Information

• Feb 19th - LPHS will be handing out registration packets at LPMS
• Feb 20th - LPHS will be handing out registration packets at MA
• Feb 21st
  • LPHS counselors will be at LPMS PTO Meeting for Q&A
  • LPHS Student Council will be at LPMS for Q&A
• Feb 28th
  • 8th Grade Registration Night 6:00 p.m.
  • Sign up for your registration time HERE (coming soon)

Course Handbook - will be available February 19th

(online ONLY on the website under Student/Back To School Documents/Course Handbook)

8th Grade Registration Form (incoming freshmen) - coming soon

Honors and AP Information

Prom Attire

Prom night is a very special night for our juniors and seniors who attend Prom and After Prom.  Many students, staff, and parents have put in countless hours to make this a memorable event. We want this night to be a positive, lasting memory for all attendees.  Safety and security of our students is a top priority for us. Appropriate dress by our students will help us achieve this goal.

As you are searching for prom attire with your students, please help us by reminding them that prom is a formal event and even though it is offsite, it is a school sponsored activity and school dress code policies apply.  

All Prom attire should be formal in nature and reflect a dressing “up” for the occasion. Young men should wear a suit or tuxedo, and young women should wear a dress. Casual dress, or clothing that is low cut, too tight or too sheer that bares or exposes traditionally private parts of the body including, but not limited to, the stomach, the buttocks, back, and chest could be considered inappropriate.

Students wearing inappropriate prom clothing may be:

• Required to leave the event
• Required to cover the questionable attire with more appropriate clothing

If you or your student have any concerns about their clothing choices, please feel free to ask our opinion ahead of time.  Thank you for your continued support of our school community and for your help in maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for our students.

Senior Announcements, Events, and Graduation Information