Lawrence Offers Several Alternatives to Public Schools
Lawrence provides options beyond public schools including St. John Elementary, Raintree Montessori, Douglas County Christian, and home schooling groups TEACH and LAUGH. St. John expects about 312 students with Aug 25 orientation and Aug 26 full day. tuition 2075 annually plus 75 family enrollment fee. Raintree plans grades one through six, with 43 enrolled and first day Sept 7. monthly cost 380 and half day kindergarten. Douglas County Christian starts Aug 30 half day, Aug 31 full day, with about 80 students and tuition ranging 1155 to 2255 by level. Home schooling groups number around 60–65 in TEACH and 25 in LAUGH with testing, activities, and monthly meeting options. Other preschools offer kindergarten programs with varying costs and bus transportation to public schools.
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Azinger aims for quality in Lawrence district
Azinger notes many awards show bright students but some underperform. He says improvement requires community effort and that Lawrence residents are committed. In 14 months, he has learned the district has hard working staff eager to help kids, though methods can improve.
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