The Larned High School Awards Assembly was held Thursday, May 14, in the LMS Gym. During the ceremony, the Class of 2026 was recognized for their hard work, leadership, and future plans. There were over $130,000 in scholarships awarded. One of the highlights was the announcement of scholarships given by generous local businesses, organizations, and families. We’re incredibly grateful to the Larned community for their continued support of our students. A special thank-you also goes to Dr. Jacque Wasinger and Mrs. Jean Simmons for the time, care, and attention they give to this process year after year.
Below are a list of this year’s scholarship recipients and the awards they received, organized alphabetically by last name.
Taylor Adams, plans to attend Hutchinson Community College.
Alana Bauer, plans to enter into the workforce. Is a KSDE CTE Completer.
Jonathan Bohl, plans to enter into the workforce.
Graycyn Brackbill, plans to attend Barton Community College on an Elite Barton bound scholarship. He has obtained his CDL and is a KSDE CTE Completer.
Local Scholarship: The Roy Peter Back Memorial Scholarship
Anna Bunger, plans to enlist into the United States Army.
Mallorie Ceniceros, plans to attend Barton Community College. She has obtained her CNA certification and is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Innovative Livestock Services Scholarship, Larned Indian Booster Club scholarship
David Colglazier, plans to attend Barton Community College.
Local Scholarship: The Dr. John D Jordaan Scholarship, Larned Indian Booster Club Scholarship, Kansas Board of Regents and KSHSAA Citizenship Award
Emma Corman, plans to attend Emporia State University on an Academic Scholarship, Art Committee Scholarship and an Art program Scholarship. She is a KSDE CTE Completer.
Local Scholarship: Fort Larned Lions Memorial Scholarship, Kappa Psi Torch Award, Cliff and Nina Fell Scholarship, Victor Memorial Scholarship, PEO Scholarship, 2nd Mile Award
Aaron Czlapinski, plans to enter into the workforce.
Trenton Devine, plans to enter into the workforce. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Temprance Donecker, plans to attend Hays Academy of Hair Design. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Kans 4 Kids, Philip Donecker Memorial Scholarship
Lane Elam, plans to attend Fort Hays State University. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, The Van Norden Family Scholarship
Aiden Gales, plans to attend the Missouri Welding Institute.
Maggie Haas, plans to attend Emporia State University on a Cheerleading Scholarship. She is a KSDE CTE Completer.
Local Scholarship: Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, PEO Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, KSHSAA Citizenship Award
Cara Jo Herbert, plans to enlist into the Airforce.
Local Scholarship: Philip Donecker Memorial scholarship
Eli Kelty, plans to attend Kansas State University. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: 4-H Gem Dandy’s Club Scholarship
Alternate: Larned Indian Booster Club Scholarship
Jacob King, plans to enlist in the United States Army.
Luke Krehbiel, plans to attend Fort Hays State University.
Local Scholarship: CME Escue Chapel Scholarship, Pheasants Forever scholarship
Colten Krob, plans to enter into the workforce.
Gavin Lemuz, plans to enter into the workforce.
Emma Long, plans to enter into the workforce.
Cassie Manry, plans to attend Fort Hays State University on a Band scholarship and a Tiger Pride scholarship.
Local Scholarship: Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship
Caleb McDonald, plans to attend Ranken Technical College of St. Louis.
Local Scholarship: Santa Fe Trial Auto Club Automotive Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, The Roy Peter Bach Memorial Scholarship
Alternate: Larned Indian Booster Club Scholarship
Mason Miller, plans to attend Fort Hays State University. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Larned Indian Booster Club Scholarship, H and H Roofing Scholarship, Pheasants Forever scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, Jim Hammond Memorial Scholarship, The Dr. John D. Jordaan Scholarship, Dale M Dennis Excellence in Education Award
Shawn Minor, plans to complete a Transition program.
Morgan Moore, plans to enter into the workforce.
Mia Munden, plans to attend Barton Community College. Has obtained her CNA certification.
Local Scholarship: First American Baptist Church Scholarship, Cliff and Nina Fell Scholarship
Skylynn (Wyatt) Pelham, plans to complete a Transition program.
Serenity Perez, plans to attend Hutchinson Community College and will be on the Cheerleading team. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Grady Pinkston, plans to attend Fort Hays State University on a Hays City scholarship and a Housing scholarship.
Local Scholarship: Fort Larned Lions Memorial Scholarship, Larned First United Methodist Church Scholarship, Pawnee County Farm Bureau Association Scholarship, Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, Amil and Bernice Hanson Memorial Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, The Roy Peter Bach Memorial Scholarship, Jeff Bland Memorial Scholarship, The Chester Crane Memorial Scholarship, Don Schoonover Family Scholarship
Alternate: The Dr. John D. Jordaan Scholarship
Keirston Pinkston, plans to attend Fort Hays State University on a Hays City Scholarship and a Music scholarship. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Fort Larned Lions Memorial Scholarship, Larned First United Methodist Church Scholarship, Larned Noon Lions Club Scholarship, Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship, Effie I Banks and Roy Banks Memorial Scholarship, Jeff Bland Memorial Scholarship, Bill & Kay Dooley Memorial Scholarship, Virginia Lupfer Memorial Scholarship
Alternate: The Dr. John D Jordaan Scholarship
Leah Pinkston, plans to attend Fort Hays State University on an Art scholarship, Hays City scholarship, Books & Fees scholarship and Music Club. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Fort Larned Lions Memorial Scholarship, Larned First United Methodist Church Scholarship, Larned Noon Lions Club Scholarship, Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship, Prairie Arts Unlimited Scholarship, Effie I Banks and Roy Banks Memorial Scholarship, Jeff Bland Memorial Scholarship, Samantha C. Harter Memorial Scholarship
Alternate: The Dr. John D Jordaan Scholarship
Kooper Rasmussen, plans to enlist into the United States Air Force.
Isaac Redgate, plans to enlist into the U.S. Army National Guard.
Tristan Regan, plans to attend Dodge City Community College.
Local Scholarship: Fort Larned Lions Memorial Scholarship
Levi Sanders, plans to enter into the workforce. He has obtained his CDL. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Alexa Seemann, plans to attend Eric Fisher Academy.
Local Scholarship: Indian Ink Scholarship
Devan Sharrai, plans to attend Graceland University. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Christian Slattery, plans to attend Kansas State University.
Gillian Smith, plans to attend Kansas State University with the Limestone Award.
Local Scholarship: Golden Belt Telephone Scholarship, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Foundation Scholarship, PEO Scholarship, Tami Borck Memorial Scholarship, Cliff and Nina Fell Scholarship
Erin Stuchlik, plans to attend Fort Hays State University. Has already completed her associates of Science at Barton Community College and graduated with honors. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Great Bend Lodge No. 15, A.F. and A.M. Scholarship, Larned Noon Lions Club Scholarship, Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, 4-H Gem Dandy’s Club Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, Jeff Bland Memorial Scholarship, Amy C. Harter Memorial Scholarship, The Dr. John D Jordaan Scholarship
Tristan Thompson, plans to attend Fort Hays Technical College North Central. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Antonio Torres, Jr, plans to attend Barton Community College.
Addison Townsend, plans to attend Kansas State University on an Agriculture scholarship and Wildcat Traditions Scholarship. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Indian Ink Scholarship, KSU Endowed Scholarship, Larned Ladies Golf Scholarship, Larned Noon Lions Club Scholarship, Pawnee County 4H Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, The Roy Peter Bach Memorial Scholarship, Steven W. Gillett Memorial Golf Scholarship, Don Gleason Memorial Golf Scholarship
Joel Trimmer, plans to enter into the workforce.
Cammy Upson, plans to attend Barton Community College. Has obtained her CNA certification. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Fort Larned Lions Memorial Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship
Camryn Wachs, plans to attend Fort Hays State University on a GPA scholarship and housing scholarship. She is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Larned First United Methodist Church Scholarship, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital Foundation Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, Eric Colglazier Memorial Scholarship
Elijah Webster, plans to attend Kansas State University – Salina on a Royal Purple scholarship. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Larned Indian Booster Club Scholarship, Pheasants Forever Scholarship, John Schnack Rotary Scholarship, Valley Community Church Scholarship, The Dr. John D Jordaan Scholarship, Glenn Presley Memorial Scholarship, American Legion School Award, Dale M Dennis Excellence in Education Award
Mikel Wilder, plans to attend Universal Technical Institute. He has obtained his CDL. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Local Scholarship: Indian Ink Scholarship
Hayden Wood, plans to enter into the workforce. He is a KSDE CTE completer.
Triston Young, plans to attend Old Town Barber College.