Lawrence HighStudent Guide

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Institution Type

8

Housing Buildings

Student guide · School Year 2026-2027

The semester, explained for Lawrence High

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
School Year 2026-2027
Campus terms
11
Local details
9

Academic calendar

School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 12, 2026 – May 28, 2027. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

2 entries
  1. School Year 2026-2027Relevant now
  2. School Year 2027-2028

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Campus language

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11 terms

A

A/B/C Lunch
The three specific lunch shifts assigned based on a student's 4th or 5th period teacher

C

Chesty
A shorthand reference to 'Chesty Lion,' the school's unique mascot; often used to describe school spirit

D

DECA
The business and marketing club that competes in professional development events

G

GSA
The Gender and Sexuality Alliance, a student organization for LGBTQ+ support and advocacy

I

IPS
Interpersonal Skills, a program and class focused on peer mentoring and social development

N

NHS
National Honor Society, an organization for high-achieving students focused on service

R

Red and Black
The school colors, frequently used to refer to the student body or school-wide initiatives

S

STUCO
The Student Council, responsible for school events and leadership

T

The Budget
The official student-run newspaper of Lawrence High School
The Caf
The main school cafeteria where lunch is served
The Den
Short for the Lions' Den, the school's spirit shop and student-run store

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

9 details
E-hallpass
The digital system students must use on their devices to request and receive permission to leave the classroom
Late Start
The Wednesday morning schedule where classes begin approximately one hour later than the rest of the week
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Lawrence High School Cafeteria
Main Street
The central, wide hallway area that serves as the primary thoroughfare for students
Skyward
The online portal used by students and parents to check grades, attendance, and schedules
The Annex
A separate building on the Lawrence High campus housing specific classrooms and vocational programs
The Jungle
The main gymnasium, known for its intense atmosphere during basketball games
The Lions' Den
The on-campus store where students can purchase Lawrence High apparel and snacks
The Little Theater
The smaller performance venue used for rehearsals, smaller plays, and meetings

Quick answers

Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.

What academic term is relevant now?
School Year 2026-2027 runs Aug 12, 2026 – May 28, 2027.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 9 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Major-aligned clubs, pre-professional groups, and research communities.
  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
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Life in Lawrence for Lawrence High Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Lawrence.

Timezone

Central Time (CT)

Median Rent

$1,150

Cost of Living Index

95

Student Population

28,000

City Transportation

Walkability

55

Bikeability

70

Public Transit

Lawrence Transit, KU on Wheels (campus transit)

Nearest Airports

Lawrence Municipal Airport, Kansas City International Airport (regional access)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid subtropical

Avg Annual Temp

55°F

Avg Snowfall

15 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

19th Street Lot

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Nearest to the gym entrance; used for student parking and athletic events.

Designated Student Parking Areas

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Requires a valid LHS parking permit.

Upcoming Events

What's happening at Lawrence High

LHS: Open House

August 24, 2026

Lawrence High School

Annual open house for students and families to visit the school and meet staff.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Lawrence High

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

8 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Colman Hall

Room types: single, double

Fox Commons

Room types: 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, 4-bedroom

Hiett Hall

Room types: double, quad, suite

Kohler Hall

Room types: single, double

Ormsby Hall

Room types: single, double

Plantz Hall

Room types: single, double

Sage Hall

Room types: single, double

Trever Hall

Room types: single, double

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@lawrencehigh.edu

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