Today we celebrate an incredible educator and an even more incredible person — Rebekah Davis! 💐📚

After more than 30 years of dedicated service to Lawton Public Schools, Rebekah is beginning a well-deserved retirement. She was always the first to step in wherever she was needed — helping with enrollment, testing, activities, and so much more — all with a smile on her face and kindness in her heart.

Her positive spirit, willingness to help, and love for students and staff made a lasting impact on everyone around her. Rebekah truly helped make Douglass a special place. ❤️

As she begins this new chapter, we wish her endless joy spending time with her grandchildren, reading lots of good books, enjoying movies, and finally getting to sleep a little later! ☀️📖🎬

Thank you, Rebekah, for your years of service, compassion, and dedication. You will be deeply missed!

Congratulations and happy retirement! 🎉💖

about 1 hour ago, Sarah Keith
Person wearing glasses and a blue shirt celebrating retirement at a table with balloons and decorations.
A woman in a blue dress sits at a desk, waving, with a retirement banner in the background.
A pink plate and two napkins with "Happy Retirement" text and floral patterns on a gray surface.
Cupcakes with white frosting swirls and colorful sprinkles on top, displayed in a clear plastic container.
Summer School Opportunity for LPS students in grades 9-12: See flyer for details! #WeAreLPS #LawtonPS #DLC
3 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
An advertisement for a Virtual Summer School at the Douglass Learning Center. Dates are May 27th to June 26th. Details include online options and in-person support.
The end of the year is rapidly approaching! If you have a student in Kindergarten, 1st, 8th, or 12th grades or plan to leave the district, please see the information below regarding device check-in. ALL HOTSPOTS must be returned! #LawtonPS #WeAreLPS #GSC #LVAanywhere
10 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
A blue poster announces a device check-in event on May 21st, 8am-11am and 1pm-3pm at Douglass Learning Center.
Attention LVA families: The last day for students to use the Zen Den will be this Friday, May 15th. Students will continue working through May 21, but Zen Den rooms will be closed next week. Thank you!
10 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Blue poster with white text: "LVA Students & Parents: Friday, May 15th is the final day that the zen den will be open."
💚✨ And just like that… our Wicked for Good Teacher Appreciation Week came to a delicious ending! ✨💚

Day 5 was filled with comfort food, full hearts, and grateful smiles as teachers enjoyed fried chicken and all the fixin’s from Golden Corral! 🍗

A huge THANK YOU to Michael O’Malley for providing such a wonderful lunch for our staff! Your kindness helped make our teachers feel extra appreciated and celebrated. 🌪️💚

We also want to give a standing ovation to our AMAZING administration for organizing all the magical meals, treats, surprises, and fun throughout the week. From start to finish, they made sure our teachers felt truly “popular.” 😉✨

Our teachers are simply the best “good witches” around, and we are so thankful for everything they do each and every day! 💚
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WickedForGood #WeAreDLC #ThankATeacher
13 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Three people at a buffet table with food. One person waves. A large painting is behind them.
A woman stands at a table holding a plate with food, while others gather around food displays.
Display table with food and treats. A banner reading "Thank You, Teachers!" above. Background features purple and green streamers.
Two boxes of fried chicken on a purple table with a sign on the right. A stack of white plates on the left.
A sign with "FRIDAY" in large letters. A witch and a princess are illustrated. Text reads: "You're Golden." A menu lists "Chicken, Rolls & Sides."
A table with two boxes of sandwiches, assorted vegetables, dips, and fruits in plastic containers.
✨There’s no place like a QDOBA lunch bar…✨

Day 4 of our Wicked Teacher Appreciation Week was filled with delicious bites and happy hearts thanks to Edmentum! 💚🌪️

Teachers enjoyed a “build-your-own” burrito bowl from Qdoba, with tea, lemonade, and cookies to top it all off! 🌯🍪🍋

After all the magic our teachers bring each day, it was wonderful to treat them to a lunch that was practically “popular.” 😉💚

A huge THANK YOU to Edmentum for helping us celebrate our incredible staff in such a tasty way! ✨
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #Edmentum #DLC #LawtonPS
13 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Five people stand in a room, three women and two men. They stand in front of a colorful arch with a rainbow and a castle.
A white board with the title "THURSDAY" and text: "Thanks for keeping our school refreshed and running strong! Lunch from Qdoba 11:15 AM, Room 9. Sponsored by Edmentum."
Man in glasses holds bowl of food. White sign on wall says "BEEF." Window in background.
A table holds four aluminum pans filled with different foods: one with black beans, one with brown beans, and two with brownish-yellow food.
A collection of cookies, including chocolate chip, chocolate-coated, and M&M's cookies, arranged in a row and covered with plastic wrap.
A man in a red shirt holds a bowl of food and points at it. A white board is behind him.
Woman seated at a table with a bowl of salad, smiling. Behind her, a desk and couch are visible.
🫧 Bubble trouble? Oh yes, please!
STEM Day fun is floating on the breeze! ☀️🔬

LVA Elementary families — join us tomorrow for our FINAL in-person STEM Day of the year! 🎉

We’ll be popping, swirling, testing, and playing our way through bubble-themed STEM stations all around the playground! From science to smiles, it’s sure to be a bubbly good time! 🫧💡

Don’t burst our bubble — we can’t wait to see you there! 💙
#LVASTEM #BubbleScience #STEMDayFun #LVAanywhere
14 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Blue background with white bubbles. A child blows bubbles from a bubble wand. "LVA ELEMENTARY STEM DAY" and details are in yellow.
🏁🩷💚 Day 3 of our “Wicked for Good” Teacher Appreciation Week was definitely fueled by kindness, caffeine, and a little school spirit! 🥤✨

A huge THANK YOU to Lawton Speedway/American Truck Driving School for sponsoring Wednesday’s Sonic drink treat! From sweet tea to favorite sodas, our teachers were refreshed and ready to keep “defying gravity” in the classroom. 😉

As if that wasn’t sweet enough, our amazing admin team surprised staff with custom Douglass ID badge holders — because our teachers deserve accessories as fabulous as they are! 💚

We are so thankful for the support from our community and the little surprises that make our staff feel appreciated for good!

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WickedForGood #DefyingGravity #TeacherFuel #SonicDrinks #DLC
14 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Three people in front of a backdrop of a castle with a rainbow arch. They are holding cups.
Woman with green hair wearing headphones, holding a Sonic Drive-In cup, smiling. A phone is on a table with a colorful tablecloth.
Hand holds black ID card featuring lion logo, text "DLC DOUGLASS Learning Center, One School, Multiple Pathways." Background shows bookshelf with books.
A promotional sign displays a witch with a hat holding a pink cup and a potion bottle. Text reads "WEDNESDAY Because every WICKED great teacher deserves their POTION!"
A woman with glasses sits in a chair, smiling, and holding a cup with a blue straw.
A person sits at a desk with a computer and drinks from a cup while wearing glasses.
🩷💚 Day 2 of our “Wicked for Good” Teacher Appreciation Week was practically POP-u-lar! 🥔✨

Our amazing staff followed the yellow brick road straight to a delicious baked potato bar from Texas Roadhouse — loaded with all the fixings and LOTS of smiles!

A huge THANK YOU to Jennifer Robinette Insurance Agency for sponsoring today’s lunch and treating our teachers “for good.” Your generosity made our day extra magical! 💫

#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WickedForGood #ThankATeacher #TexasRoadhouse
14 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Two people behind a table, smiling. Banner behind says "Thank You, Teachers!" Food on table.
A table holds a silver tray with a bowl of yellow food. A sign with "Tuesday" and a witch reads "Fueled by friends, powered by potatoes!" It also includes details about a potato bar.
Trays of prepared food on a table with pink curtains in the background. Items include meat, cheese, and fruit.
Tray of salad with shredded carrots and eggs, arranged on a black surface. Colorful decorations in background.
Tray with baked rolls, some golden brown. Metal tongs on the left. Background includes colorful drapes.
Join us in celebrating our April Teacher of the Month at Douglass—Robert Ledford! 🎉

Mr. Ledford truly does it all. His hard work, organization, and steady commitment help ensure everything runs smoothly during one of the busiest times of the year.

Beyond his incredible work ethic, Mr. Ledford is known for his kindness and the respect he shows to everyone he meets. He goes above and beyond for students and staff alike, making a difference every single day.

After a month of nonstop state testing, we hope he gets a well-earned day out on the golf course! ⛳

Congratulations, Mr. Ledford, and thank you for everything you do for Douglass! #LawtonPS #WeAreLPS #DLC #LVAanywhere #GSC
16 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Four people standing in an office holding a white shirt and smiling at the camera.
This Friday, May 8th is our spring blood drive here at DLC! Get a free t-shirt AND free ticket to Frontier City with your donation! Walk-ins are welcome! #LawtonPS #WeAreLPS #DLC #GSC #LVAanywhere
17 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
An advertisement for a blood drive on Friday, May 8. A gray t-shirt with a Route 66 design is shown.
LVA 5th Grade: Promotion is just down the road! 🛣️Please plan to "drive thru" 5th grade, so we can celebrate you on May 21st! 🚘Mrs. Carney has the details! #LVAanywhere #WeAreLPS #LawtonPS
17 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
An illustration of three cars with balloons on a grassy road. Text reads "LVA Elementary 5th Grade Promotion" and "Thursday, May 21st".
Today, Gateway student Andrew Dennis participated in the Cotton Electric Lineman Demo Day, gaining hands-on experience and exploring a high-demand career path. Opportunities like this help our students see what’s possible beyond the classroom. We are proud of you, Andrew! #DLC #weareLPS #Gateway
23 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy
Four workers in a field; one climbing a utility pole, others observing. Two utility poles in the background.
Middle School: If you missed testing last week, please see the attached graphic for information on your make-up days! #LVAanywhere #WeAreLPS #LawtonPS #GSC
24 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Blue background with white and pink text. Details about middle school make-up state testing for ELA, Math, Writing, and Science.
Happy Administrative Professional Day! Today we celebrate two of the very best, Susan Jeffries and Melissa Magana!💙

Our Douglass family is better every single day because of you both. From keeping everything running smoothly to always showing up with a smile, your impact does not go unnoticed.

We loved getting to shower you with gifts, flowers, and a delicious lunch from Bricktown Brewery as a small thank you for all that you do.

Susan and Melissa, you both truly are the heart of Douglass Learning Center! 💐✨
29 days ago, Lawton Virtual Academy
Two women stand, smiling, holding bouquets and gifts in a room with gray walls, cabinets, and a window.
Middle schoolers: It's finally your turn to show what you know! State testing for all LVA & Gateway students in grades 6-8 is THIS WEEK! Each school has a day, and ALL 8TH GRADERS will return on Friday to take the 8th grade writing and science tests. You may bring a bottle of water and a novel. but do NOT forget your charged Chromebook! See you soon! #WeAreLPS #LawtonPS #LVAanywhere
about 1 month ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
An announcement on blue background for Lawton Virtual Academy's state testing for ELA and Math for grades 6, 7, and 8.
Join us in celebrating our Elementary LVA March Students of the Month! 🌟
We are so proud of these incredible students for their hard work, positive attitudes, and the way they show respect and responsibility each day. Their dedication to learning and outstanding behavior truly set them apart! Keep up the amazing work—we are cheering you on and can’t wait to see all you accomplish next!👏📚 #WeAreLPS #LawtonPS #LVAanywhere #StarStudents #DLC
about 1 month ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
A display shows a student named Hunter with a description of him being a happy, helpful boy. His favorites include rainbow colors, strawberries, Roblox, a book, wolves, and a movie.
Poster for Nova, a student of the month. It features a photo of Nova holding a doll, and a list of her favorites.
A poster announces a student of the month. A photo of a girl with pigtails is displayed. Favorites include black, pizza, Apex, Harry Potter, dog, and Black Panther.
A colorful page displays "Student of the Month" for March, featuring a photo of a person, text about their favorites, and personal details.
Livya, one of our amazing LVA middle school students, recently represented our school at the National Civics Bee local competition—and we couldn’t be more impressed!✨

After being selected as a top essay finalist, Livya advanced to the live competition where she tackled challenging civics questions and confidently presented her ideas to a panel of judges. What an incredible experience!

Livya, you represented LVA with excellence, and we are so proud of you for taking on this challenge and giving it your all! 👏

📸 Check out a few snapshots from her big day! #LawtonPS #WeAreLPS #LVAanywhere #DLC
about 1 month ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
A woman in a light suit and jeans stands by a standee for Moore Civics Bee, holding a certificate.
Two women stand on a stage, one holding a certificate. Behind them, a black curtain, a flag, and a small table.
Woman seated at a table, looking down, wearing a white blazer, blue jeans, and black boots.
LVA Elementary: It's time to show what you know! State testing for you begins on Wednesday, and we can't to see your faces here at DLC! #LawtonPS #WeAreLPS #OklaEd #LVAanywhere
about 1 month ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Bright blue background displays a testing schedule. Text includes "STATE TESTING" and "English Language Arts Grades: 3rd, 4th, & 5th".
Blue background with text. "Lavton Virtual Academy State Testing" is at the top. Date is Thursday, April 16.
Blue background with text for Lawton Virtual Academy state testing on Friday, April 17. Details include check-in, breakfast, and tests for 5th grade.
A flyer announces Lawton Virtual Academy's State Testing dates. Students must bring Chromebooks and water bottles. Cell phones are prohibited.
Lawton High & MacArthur LVA/Gateway Juniors: TOMORROW is your day! Please bring your charged chromebook and photo ID to Douglass Learning Center at 7:30am to take your ACT exam. This test is a graduation requirement. #LVAanywhere #LawtonPS
about 2 months ago, Lawton Virtual Academy/Gateway Success Center
Poster for ACT test on April 7, 2026, for juniors. It instructs to bring a photo ID and charged Chromebook.
A blue background displays white text, "11th Grade Testing FAQs," with questions and answers about required tests and items.
ACT exam notice with date, April 2026. All high school juniors required. Test at Douglass Learning Center. Free breakfast. Bring ID. Chromebooks available.