Weather Alert May 1, 2025

LPS Family: We have been in communication with officials from City and County Emergency Management. According to flood models provided by the National Water Prediction Service, it is predicted that Lawton will be split into two sections due to the cresting of East Cache Creek, starting the evening of April 30th. Due to road closures, buses may have difficulty or be unable to run their usual routes. Additionally, students and staff may not be able to travel to or from their school sites for off-campus classes. To give our families adequate time to prepare and make necessary arrangements, we have made the decision to remain virtual for Thursday, May 1. If any families are currently displaced and need assistance, please reach out to your child’s teacher so that we can help you find the necessary resources. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. Stay safe, LPS family.

Announcements of school closures due to inclement weather will be made using traditional and social media resources to specify school closures or remote days. The Lawton Public Schools notification system will be utilized as the first point of information and other broadcast outlets (radio and television) will be notified when school closures occur.

On occasions, students may be required to remain in buildings, delaying dismissal, because of severe weather conditions. The Central Office will notify school administrators when the “all clear” signal is given and students are dismissed for the day.

Lawton Public Schools will not early release or delay release in the event of severe or inclement weather.

The district will use the mass email and text system to notify families. To ensure you are getting the latest alerts check with your school to confirm all of your contact information is up to date.

In the event of bad weather, Lawton Public Schools will use the following communication channels if there are any changes to the district schedule. Parents and students can sign on to Rooms to correspond with their teachers.

Log into your Google Classroom and ROOMS for more information on assignments in the event of severe weather