Lawrence High School’s teachers and students may have scurried off for the summer, but the school’s coaching carousel still spins.

After five years at LHS, wrestling coach Mark Dulgarian has accepted the same position at Paola High.

“I’m sure there’s going to be a lot of kids that are going to miss him,” LHS athletic director Ron Commons said.

During the last week of class, Dulgarian, who also taught physical education and health, informed Commons and principal Steve Nilhas of his decision. His new coaching and teaching job will allow him to work in Paola, the city where he lives. Commons indicated the proximity served as a major reason why he accepted his new position.

“That’s real convenient for him,” Commons said. “That’s a pretty good drive every day to come to Lawrence to teach and coach.”

Under Dulgarian’s guidance, the Lions enjoyed a strong year. Both Brandon Goodwin and Kyle McTaggart finished in third place in their weight classes at the state tournament.

“He built the program up,” Commons said. “Each year the number of the players, students have gone up. The program is in pretty good shape right now.”