Fort Larned USD 495

Due to inclement weather forecasted for tomorrow in Colby the JV baseball tournament has been cancelled and will not be made up.

We had quite the enthusiastic crew from Haynes Electric hosting Hi5 Friday this morning at LES! Thank you for sharing your smiles and positivity with all of our kiddos. We appreciate you! 🖤🧡 #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether

🎙️🎓✨ Dive into the heartbeat of USD 495 with our new podcast, where we sit down with students and staff for insightful conversations about all things happening in our district. Get the inside scoop, personal stories, and exciting updates to stay connected and engaged with #LarnedPride! Super Chat is now available on YouTube https://youtu.be/MIRfBv37je8?feature=shared and is coming soon to Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Tune in and join the conversation! #BetterTogether Join us for Episode One as Luke shares his incredible wrestling career, the dedication that led to his success, and the meaningful impact of growing up on a farm.

The LHS guitar class played for the residents at Country Living! 🎸🎶 We love to see this moment of music and community connection! #larnedpride #bettertogether #besttribeever

🎨 Exciting day at FHSU Art Day for our art students! They participated in a sidewalk chalk contest and attended various workshops at the Art & Design Center. Proud to say that they are returning home with 19 award certificates! 🏆 #larnedpride #besttribeever

Just 2 days until the Developmental Screening at LES! Happening on Friday, April 19th, from 8:30-11:30 AM, it's open to children in Pawnee County and the Tri-County Cooperative. If your child plans to attend USD 495 preschool this fall, don't miss this important screening! #larnedpride #lesfamily

Due to the potential bad weather on Saturday the tennis meet scheduled for this Saturday April 20th has been moved to Friday April 19th. The start time will now be 12 pm with a coaches meeting at 11:45. #larnedpride

🏌️‍♂️ Congratulations to Gavin Collins for his 6th place finish and Jameson Smith for landing 8th at today's home golf meet! Great job to all our players! ⛳ #besttribeever #larnedpride

Is your child getting ready for kindergarten this fall? Join us at LES on Monday, April 22nd, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM for an informative session! Get all the details you need and have your child sign their official letter of intent. We look forward to seeing you there! #larnedpride #lesfamily

Another round of good news calls home! We love seeing these smiles! #goodnewscallhome

Here are some more good news calls home! #goodnewscallhome

Reminder: LES Developmental Screening is this Friday, April 19th, 8:30-11:30 AM! 🕒 If your preschooler is starting with USD 495 this fall, please make sure they're scheduled to be screened. Perfect for families in Pawnee County and the Tri-County area! Still need to schedule or have a few questions? Call us at (620) 285-2141. #larnedpride #lesfamily

Join us tomorrow, April 15th, 6:00 pm at Larned High School for an orientation meeting! Open to incoming Freshmen and new students, learn about the upcoming school year, extracurriculars, meet coaches, and more. Tours and sign-ups available. Contact (620) 285-2151 for questions. #larnedpride #besttribeever

Promenade 2024! Watch the Juniors and Seniors step into this memorable night here: https://youtu.be/o8dB3E-aH4w?feature=shared Thank you for capturing these moments, Mrs. Munden! #larnedpride

Shawn's been hard at work crafting wooden plaques, and this time, he gifted his creations to Mr. Upson and Mr. Scheideman. Way to go, Shawn!

Join us at LES for the Developmental Screening on Friday, April 19th, from 8:30-11:30 AM! Open to children within Pawnee County and the Tri-County Cooperative, this screening is essential for those planning to attend USD 495 preschool this fall! 📚 #larnedpride #lesfamily

Big thanks to Pawnee County Coop Association for hosting Hi5 Friday! Your support means a lot to us, and starting the day with smiles and warm welcomes for our students at LES is truly appreciated! 🧡🖤 #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether

The Board Brief from the April 8th Board of Education meeting is now available to view at https://5il.co/2i9p6 #larnedpride

Introducing our newest 'Faces of 495' spotlight: Tricia Prescott! 🍎 Tricia's 33-year journey at USD 495 reflects her passion for teaching (and learning!) and the joy she finds in witnessing her students' growth throughout the school year. Learn more about Tricia at https://www.usd495.com/page/faces-of-495 and join us in celebrating her dedication to education! #larnedpride #facesof495

Congratulations to Karen Fairchild, our District Staff Member of the Month! 🌟 Karen’s tireless dedication and innovative teaching approach have set a standard of excellence within USD 495, fostering student success along the way. Well done, Mrs. Fairchild! #larnedpride #lesfamily A big thank you to Country Seasons Flower Shoppe for their monthly gift of bouquets to our District Staff Members of the Month! Your support is truly appreciated. #bettertogether