We have a Varsity sweep tonight at Kingman as the Boys pick up the win 50-40.
1 day ago, Brian Deterding
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The Varsity Girls go into Christmas Break with a win over Kingman tonight.
1 day ago, Brian Deterding
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So much fun at LES during our annual cup stacking tournament. Students teamed up across grade levels, cheered each other on, and gave it their best while families and classmates packed the gym!

Congrats to our top team: Bode Dooley, Brooks Steinlage, Kip Smith, Sawyer Froetschner, Gehrig Brown, and Paizlynn Denning. 🏆

🏅 Team 1: Wesley Fitzsimmons, Chase Vansickle, Yareli Gonzalez-Renteria, Maggie Keith, Kobe Houser, Kallin Drimmel
🏅 Team 2: Champions!
🏅 Team 3: Asher Lawrence, Hadley Weizsbrod, Karver Froetschner, Kamille Smith, Kaysen Finger, Maizie Hearn
🏅 Team 4: Collins Hatfield, Olivia Tran, Karcyn Grandy, Korsin Castro, Averi Johnson, Eli Ramsey

Proud of all of these teams and the teamwork they showed! #lesfamily #larnedpride
1 day ago, Allisa Spain
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How exciting to have Santa and Mistletoe the Elf stop by for Hi5 Friday at LES this morning! And was it snowing marshmallows?! Wishing all our LES families many moments of wonder as you see the magic of the season through your child's eyes.
1 day ago, Tina Gladow
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Katie Burger shared why she loves being a para at LES, from the tiny humans she works with to the supportive team around her. If you want a workplace that feels like home, we’d love to visit with you about joining our team!

Visit www.usd495.com/workat495 to learn more or apply today. #lesfamily #larnedpride
1 day ago, Allisa Spain
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The Indians head to Kingman to finish out the pre-Christmas portion of their schedule. The following schedule will be used tonight.

JV Gym
- 4:30pm JV Boys (Full Game)
- 6:00pm C Boys (Full Game)
- 7:30pm JV Girls (2 Qtrs)

Varsity Gym
- 6:00pm Varsity Girls
- 7:30pm Varsity Boys
1 day ago, Brian Deterding
Kingman Game Day
A story, a lap, and a little time together.

If you want your Larned student featured, send a photo to allisa.spain@usd495.com. #kansaskidsread #larnedpride
1 day ago, Allisa Spain
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Friday wraps up the first semester and second quarter.

Wishing our USD 495 families a safe and happy winter break. We’ll see everyone back at school on Tuesday, January 6! #larnedpride
2 days ago, Allisa Spain
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LMS boys picked up a win over Smoky Valley, 49–12. 👏 Up next, Haven around 5:30. Let’s go, Indians!! #larnedpride
2 days ago, Allisa Spain
Update: Tonight’s MS Girls Basketball game vs. Hillsboro has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled. The girls will be back on the court Saturday morning in Hesston at 9 am vs. Hoisington or Halstead. #larnedpride
2 days ago, Allisa Spain
USD 495 is accepting applications for a Secondary Band Instructor for the 2026–27 school year!

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with students and build on the positive momentum our band program has seen in recent years. We’re excited to find someone ready to continue that work and bring fresh energy to the program!

Apply here: https://usd495.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5472875

Learn more at usd495.com/workat495. #larnedpride
3 days ago, Allisa Spain
Now Hiring: Band Instructor
Heads up! Tonight’s 8A girls basketball game vs. Hillsboro will now start at 6:30 pm due to the high wind forecast.

This game is the first round of the CKL Tournament and will be played in the LMS gym. Hope you can join us to cheer these girls on! 🏀 #larnedpride
3 days ago, Allisa Spain
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Kinship care is more common in Kansas than many people realize! These families step in with love, often without a roadmap. If you're raising a grandchild or caring for relatives, there’s support at GrandfamiliesRising.org. #larnedpride #bettertogether
3 days ago, Allisa Spain
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We loved starting Monday’s Board of Education meeting with a room full of our students!!

A large group of 3rd graders from Larned Elementary kicked things off by leading the Pledge of Allegiance. Thank you to our students and their teachers! 🇺🇸

Jadyn Crosby and Devora Bowersox from the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council helped introduce student recognitions, including top cup stackers competing in Friday’s tournament: Eli Ramsey, Ryan Ramsey, Sawyer Froetschner, and Maggie Keith. The board also recognized fall All-League athletes Mason Miller, David Colglazier, and Brooke Simmons. 🏆 #larnedpride

3 days ago, Allisa Spain
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Huge thank you to Buddy Tabler for 10 years of service on the USD 495 Board of Education!

Monday marked Buddy’s final board meeting, closing out a decade of showing up for our students, staff, and families. He has always been willing to give his time and perspective to help move our district forward. We’re grateful for the care and commitment he’s shown to Larned schools and our community.

Thanks for everything, Buddy! #larnedpride
3 days ago, Allisa Spain
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Now accepting applications for a Head High School Volleyball Coach for the 2026–27 school year!

Apply here: https://usd495.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5472842

You can learn more about this position and other openings at usd495.com/workat495. #larnedpride
4 days ago, Allisa Spain
Now Hiring: Head Volleyball Coach at Larned High School

Bethany Steinlage was recognized at Monday's board meeting as Staff Member of the Month through the Orange Spot program. Bethany goes above and beyond her role at Larned High School, most recently leading a canned food drive that collected more than 2,000 items for the Food Bank and coordinating the Angel Tree for families in need.

Congratulations, Bethany! This is so well-deserved. #larnedpride

4 days ago, Allisa Spain
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Reading is more fun when you share it. #kansaskidsread #larnedpride
4 days ago, Allisa Spain
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In the Varsity Boys game tonight from St. John, the Indians play the Tigers close, but end up on the short end of the score. The final from St. John is 66-77. The Indians will be back in action on Friday as they travel to Kingman.
4 days ago, Brian Deterding
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