The Varsity Girls' Basketball Team are District Champions! You can buy your District Champ Apparel by scanning the attached QR code. The sale ends on 3/28/25 at 11:59 PM.
A familiar face at Lawrence Public Schools assumes a new role! We are thrilled to announce that Tony DeVauld has accepted the position of Head Varsity Track Coach. Coach DeVauld boasts an eight-year coaching tenure. His coaching career commenced at Kalamazoo Central as a defensive coordinator for JV football. Six years ago, he joined Lawrence as the assistant coach for Girls Varsity Basketball. Three years ago, he undertook track coaching duties as the head middle school coach and progressed to assistant varsity track coach for the last three years. Coach DeVauld attributes his desire to accept this position to the program's growth over the past three years and his focus on continually enhancing the program.
DeVauld remarks, “We’ve achieved numerous conference and regional placements, and last year, a student advanced to the state level, which was a great experience. As a former track athlete, I never did that, so that makes it incredibly fulfilling to help coach and push and motivate talented athletes to reach these levels of competition and to meet their goals.” Coach DeVauld aims to establish consistency in day-to-day competition among all team members. He aspires to secure more victories for both the boys' and girls' teams, as well as enhance their competitiveness within the conference. Coach DeVauld asserts, “We possess sufficient athletic talent to place and compete effectively, ultimately winning conference titles.”
Athletic Director, Noah Wiswary had this to say about the addition of Coach Devauld to the Head Coach roster “ The level of commitment to Lawrence Athletics demonstrated by Tony Devauld is exceptional. Elevating Coach Devauld to the position of Head Track and Field Coach was an obvious decision. His extensive experience, coupled with his leadership skills, will undoubtedly empower our student-athletes to excel both in their sport and in their personal development.”
Lawrence Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Shabala as the new Head Varsity Baseball Coach. Coach Shabala's passion for baseball began at a young age, and he continued to nurture this interest while coaching his sons. He emphasized the importance of dedicating time to his children and ensuring they received proper coaching. Upon relocating to Michigan in 1992, Coach Shabala expanded his coaching expertise, guiding numerous young athletes, including several players who will be part of his team this year. Coach Shabala expressed his enthusiasm for assuming this coaching position, citing his retirement as affording him ample time to devote to the team, as well as his genuine love for the sport.
When asked about his objectives for the team this year, Coach Shabala stated his desire to improve upon last year's record. He acknowledged the team's youthfulness, yet emphasized their talent, highlighting the need to instill a sense of teamwork over individualism. "It's challenging at times, as good players often seek to stand out, but it's impossible to win a team sport with a single player. I remind my players, 'I'm your head coach, but I'm also a team member. We must work together to succeed!' I’ve always used this philosophy for baseball and it works! I'm eager to apply it to this team."
Athletic Director Noah Wiswary had this to say about new hire Mike Shabala “ I was thrilled to see Coach Shabala’s application come to me. Having a coach come in that is familiar with the school and with the student athletes is truly amazing. Coach Shabala wants to see our student athletes be successful on the field and off the field, I look forward to watching him lead this program.”
IT IS GAMEDAY! LAWRENCE GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM COMPETES IN THE DISTRICT FINALS AT 7PM!
JR/Sr High School Spring sports meeting at 6PM tonight!
Do not miss your chance to sign up for youth rec T-Ball/Baseball/Softball.
https://websites.eventlink.com/s/lawrencetigers/Registrations
Introducing, LHS staff of the month, Miss Remelts!
Tiger Nation, spring sports are just around the corner!
We will be holding our spring sports parent meeting on March 6 at 6:00PM!
Any questions please reach out to Noah Wiswary at NoahWiswary@Lawrencetigers.org
Youth Rec Baseball/Softball/T-Ball Sign ups are open!
Sign up today!
https://websites.eventlink.com/s/lawrencetigers/Registrations
LPS/VBISD Van and Bus Drivers Needed!
- Paid Training
- $16.75-$23.00/Hr+Benefits
Apply Now at VBISD.org
269)539-5218
The Junior high girls basketball game at Comstock has been cancelled for tonight due to the inclement weather.
In regards to Parent/Teacher conferences and the impending weather, we will be ending conferences at 5pm this evening. Therefore, all conferences scheduled after 5pm are cancelled out of an abundance of caution. Please reach out to your child's teacher if there are any concerns.
Student Count Day: Wednesday, Feb 12, 2025.
It is important that your child attends school on time tomorrow. All schools are required to report their enrollment on Count Days. The funding that LPS receives from the State is directly connected to the Fall/Spring Count Days.
Registration is open for youth Baseball, Softball and Tball.
Use the link below to sign up!
https://websites.eventlink.com/s/lawrencetigers/Registrations
Lawrence Public Schools will be closed today (2/6/25) due to icy road conditions and out of an abundance of caution. Decisions on after school activities will be determined by noon.
Lawrence Athletics and the wrestling program is excited to announce we are starting a youth wrestling program for boys and girls. Please contact the school about signing up ages K - 5 . Practice will be Monday, Tuesday and Friday from 5pm - 6pm . We are excited about building this program. It’s not too late to sign up! Any questions please feel free to message coach Henry Payne.
HENRYPAYNE1215@gmail.com
Introducing, LHS staff of the month, Mr. Henderson!
WIDA testing will begin for eligible students next week and wrap up before Spring Break! If you have any questions, please feel free to call the school at 269-674-8232 or email Mrs. Remelts at sarahremelts@lawrencetigers.org or Mr. Romero at saulromero@lawrencetigers.org.
¡Las pruebas WIDA comenzarán para los estudiantes elegibles la próxima semana y finalizarán antes de las vacaciones de primavera! Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en llamar a la escuela al 269-674-8232 o enviar un correo electrónico a la Sra. Remelts a sarahremelts@lawrencetigers.org o al Sr. Romero a saulromero@lawrencetigers.org.
Free PreK for ALL Children!
Please enroll by Feb 19 for the rest of the school year, spots are still available.
Enrollment for next school year will be later this spring.
VBISD GSRP Website
bit.ly/4hgMsvp or www.vbisd.org/o/ece/page/application
Athletics Schedule Update: The JH girls basketball game will be played in the high school today, 1/29.