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PROVIDING PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS!

NLCS PHILOSOPHY

North Lawrence Community Schools provides an educational climate, challenging students to work to their potential and offers them an opportunity to succeed within the boundaries of available resources and facilities. Within these boundaries, we provide varied educational opportunities for all individuals, thus encouraging the development of the whole person. The focus is placed upon acquiring basic and advanced academic skills, expansion of creative talent, enhancement of social skills, and physical and character development. The education provided is based on democratic principles and challenges each individual to face and accept the responsibilities and challenges of today's rapidly changing world.

 

NLCS MISSION

“Our mission is to ignite the spark of curiosity in every student, encouraging them to explore the world with enthusiasm and creativity. We are committed to providing a comprehensive education that goes beyond textbooks, nurturing academic excellence and the development of character, resilience, and a genuine love for learning.”

NLCS VISION

“North Lawrence Community Schools envisions a future where our learning environments are not just classrooms but dynamic spaces that inspire curiosity and innovation. We aspire to provide state-of-the-art facilities that support cutting-edge programs, creating a learning ecosystem where students thrive.”

NLCS COMMUNITY

North Lawrence Community Schools is located about halfway between Indianapolis and Louisville, in an area rich with limestone. Earlier generations of Lawrence Countians have provided stone for such landmarks as the Washington Cathedral, the Empire State Building, and the Federal Triangle Buildings. Today, limestone remains an important part of the economy, but the economic base also includes automobile manufacturing plants, a federal munitions facility, and various other small businesses and agricultural enterprises.

NLCS CORPORATION

The Corporation consists of the following schools:

Bedford North Lawrence High School
North Lawrence Career Center
Bedford Middle School
Dollens Elementary
Lincoln Elementary
Needmore Elementary
Parkview Elementary
Shawswick Elementary
Gateway Academy (alternative school)
Playful Pathways Preschool

Student enrollment of about 3,600 (K-12) is served by approximately 700 certified and support employees.