Shawn has enjoyed some special reunions lately with people who mean so much to him!

He caught up with Mrs. Washburn, who spent time with him at LMS, and gave her the desk plaque he made for her! Then, one of his best buddies, Isaac Redgate, surprised him with a visit after being away at basic training. The two graduated together last year, making this reunion extra special!

We love seeing these friendships continue! 🧡🖤 #larnedpride
about 17 hours ago, Drew Smith
Adult and child hold sign with message for Mrs. Washburn, standing in front of restaurant.
Adult holds a box while hugging another adult in front of a restaurant with a red awning.
Two people hug in a school room; a man in a military uniform. Behind them is a clock, a bulletin board, and a cabinet.
📢 We're hiring! Join our team as an Assistant Custodian. This full-time, 12-month position is ideal for those seeking consistent work hours and excellent benefits, including a family activity pass and fitness center membership. 🧹🏫

Apply now: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5682682
2 days ago, Drew Smith
Advertisement for a job opening at USD 495, featuring benefits, work schedule, and perks.
FBLA went to FHSU today to the INSPIRE business camp led by KSCPAs. The students got to hear from the Rapping CPA, Drew Carrick. He has had the privilege to work with movie stars and directors in LA all because of his CPA and networking! The students were introduced to the many different paths that holding a CPA license can provide. #larnedpride
2 days ago, Drew Smith
People seated at tables, facing a stage with a person standing, another seated, and a projector screen.
Five girls in casual clothes stand on a sidewalk, wearing lanyards and holding IDs, in front of a building.
7th grade Kansas History class researched Native tribes of Kansas and created dioramas of their settlements. They showed their environment, various types of homes, food sources, clothing, and tools and got to teach their classmates what they learned about each of their tribes. #larnedpride
4 days ago, Drew Smith
Person holding a box with a picture of a farm scene, standing by a table in a classroom.
A student stands by a desk holding a small box, near a whiteboard with writing on it.
A student is standing at a table with a box on it, holding a paper, and speaking.
Students in a classroom pose with cardboard boxes holding dioramas of various scenes, some standing, some sitting, against a whiteboard background.
A student stands by a small table with a box and miniature items on top.
Miniature diorama shows a river with trees and a village. Small figurines depict people. White labels attached to objects.
Nine children hold up cardboard boxes in a classroom. Some boxes contain a model landscape. A whiteboard and posters are behind them.
Students seated at desks in a classroom, one girl stands at a table with items, speaking.
After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to forfeit our upcoming football game with Andale on Friday October 30th. With our current low roster numbers due to injury, we believe that competing would place our student-athletes at an increased risk of injury. The safety and well-being of our students must remain our top priority, and we feel this is the most responsible decision under the circumstances. While this is a difficult decision for our players, coaches, and school community, we believe it is necessary to prioritize the health and safety of our student-athletes.
4 days ago, Roni Ettleman
Tri-County is hiring paras in all three local districts. Competitive pay, school-day hours, and flexible options make it a great fit for parents or anyone looking to make a difference.
Apply now: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=4927547
5 days ago, Drew Smith
Job opening for paraprofessionals. Text: Join our team. Benefits. Competitive pay, paid time off, summer breaks. Apply today.
Advertisement poster with "Join Our Team" at top and "Explore Your Options" at bottom. Text describes benefits of working for Tri-County.
Poster advertising open positions for paraprofessionals. The poster has a school logo, and is in blue, white, and orange colors.
Pawnee County Sheriffs Department and Larned Police Department served up Hi5's this morning at LES! Thank you for bringing bright smiles! #lesfamily #larnedpride
7 days ago, Drew Smith
Group of adults in uniform and hats, some with badges, standing by a sign near a building.
A group of people standing in a line, including a child with a backpack, in front of a building.
Police officers guide children through the school entrance with hands on their shoulders. One officer holds hands with two girls.
Adults, including police officers, help children walk in a line at sunset with bags in their hands.
Officers help a young student with a backpack pass through a building entrance.
Adults and children with backpacks in a cafeteria with chairs, tables, and a colorful floor.
Adults, including police officers, greet children in a hallway. Children carry backpacks. Colorful floor squares.
Today in social studies the 5th graders got to experience trading! They used their navigation and trading skills they have been learning throughout the week!
#learningisfun #larnedpride
8 days ago, Catrina McGurk
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Mrs. Long's students are working on listening skills while guests come to read a favorite books. Thank you Mrs. Sundahl for being our guest!
8 days ago, Catrina McGurk
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Today we are celebrating our after school program with National After School Appreciation Day! Our ambassadors put together a sweet video sharing some of our students favorite parts! Enjoy!
BYBA Appreciation Video

8 days ago, Catrina McGurk
Yesterday was dress like a senior citizen day at LMS, because drugs are totally old news!. Happy Red Ribbon Week! #larnedpride
9 days ago, Drew Smith
Two students in a hallway, one with long hair and glasses, both smiling at the camera.
Person in glasses and gray polo shirt holding a wooden cane, smiling, standing against a black background.
Five students stand in front of a white board, one holds a walking stick, another has a tie, and a woman wears a bright orange shirt.
Boy in pajamas and jacket stands in hallway next to open door, smiling for photo.
November is getting close! Get ready for a whole lot of learning, fun and gratitude 🍂🦃

Just a reminder rather than releasing one 12 month calendar for the entire year, we'll be sharing one month at a time. We take pride in keeping our families informed with the most accurate and up-to-date information possible. As schedules change and new events are added, this helps ensure you're always working from the latest version.

Each calendar will be available to download and print in both 8.5" x 11" and 11" x 18" formats, making it easy to hang on the fridge, in the office, or wherever your family keeps track of the busy school year!

You can always find this calendar and the printable versions @ https://www.usd495.com/page/2026-27-school-year-calendar.
#larnedpride
10 days ago, Drew Smith
Calendar for November 2026 with dates, black and white text, and a black border. The background includes an image of a building.
7th and 8th grade students participated in a scavenger hunt throughout the school today. In lieu of Red Ribbon Week, the scavenger hunt consisted of searching for fact check answers focused on coping skills and ways to care for our health as we avoid harmful substances. The students were able to win prizes and exceeded expectations! #larnedpride
10 days ago, Drew Smith
Two students standing next to each other, one holding a poster with a red ribbon.
Four young women standing in a classroom, all smiling and posing for a photo. One woman makes a peace sign.
Four girls and a woman stand in a classroom. Three girls cover their eyes with hands. One girl has blue pants.
6 students in front of a drinking fountain smiling for the camera.
Five students stand in front of posters with health information, holding up signs with red ribbons.
Four students stand in front of posters with health messages and graphics; they hold signs.
Our Middle School students welcomed Holly Frick as the first guest speaker for “The Food System,” their project-based learning (PBL) English project! Thank you, Holly, for sharing your knowledge of cattle ranching and helping students connect classroom learning to the real world! #larnedpride
11 days ago, Drew Smith
A classroom with students seated around tables, watching a presentation on a screen, with a whiteboard and lights overhead.
Several students in a classroom with desks and stools, sitting and looking at a screen.
Our LES staff and students showing their Yellow Out 🎗️ support, last Friday. #lesfamily #larnedpride
11 days ago, Drew Smith
A group of people wearing yellow shirts with KID letters seated on bleachers, with a wooden floor.
Many students and staff sit on green carpet; some wear yellow shirts; lights on the ceiling.
Large group of young students wearing yellow shirts sitting in a circular formation on a green carpet.
Congratulations to these students at LES who were Student of the Month! #lesfamily #larnedpride
11 days ago, Drew Smith
Students holding certificates stand on a basketball court; a coach stands in the middle.
Our 5th graders explored the world of birds with the Kansas Wetlands Education Center! Students learned how beaks, legs, and feet give clues about where birds live and what they eat. They then created their own birds, researched their features, and shared stories about their creations. Thank you for a fun learning experience! #lesfamily #larnedpride
11 days ago, Drew Smith
Woman with bird in hand stands at a podium in front of students; several birds sit on podium.
A woman stands before students, some sitting on the floor, in a classroom with a whiteboard and globe.
Children seated on floor, working on art projects with papers, scissors, glue, and other art supplies.
Four children sit on a floor, holding papers, working on crafts. One child holds a small white basket.
Students sit on the floor, working on papers with crayons and markers. Two boys and one girl are visible.
Two children in a classroom, one kneeling on a floor, the other standing, both with musical instruments and papers.
After a long day of golf at the State Tournament in Wichita, Ariana Meyer and Taeten Reynolds both qualify to play on Tuesday. Unfortunately, the rest of the team did not advance. Both Ariana and Taeten will tee off at 10:20am Tuesday morning.
11 days ago, Brian Deterding
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7th and 8th grade students were educated about the effects of substances and specific nicotine products by SRO Perez and Coach Ball during today's health lesson. Today's theme, Wear red, unite together against drugs. #larnedpride
12 days ago, Drew Smith
A group of children in a classroom pose for a photo in front of a whiteboard.
Seven students stand in a classroom, smiling at the camera. A whiteboard and projector screen are behind them.
Classroom with students sitting in rows. Teacher standing at front with a screen, pointing at it.
Man stands in front of a whiteboard, gesturing with hand. Several students sit at desks.
A classroom with a person speaking in front of a screen; students sit in chairs around tables.

Mrs. Fox would like to nominate Joyce Link for an Orange Spot Recognition. For all the amazing ways she goes above and beyond for our students and staff at Larned High School!

Joyce is always willing to jump in whenever we need coverage, stepping up to help wherever she is needed most. Whether she’s filling in, helping out in the concession stands, or supporting our students, Joyce is someone we can count on!

One of the most important things Joyce does is help our students develop valuable skills they can use in the workforce. She provides opportunities for students to learn, grow, build confidence, and prepare for life beyond high school. These real-world experiences make a lasting difference and help our students take steps toward a successful future! 👏

Thank you, Joyce, for your flexibility, dedication, and willingness to lend a helping hand! Your hard work and commitment to our students and school do not go unnoticed. We are grateful to have you as part of the LHS family! #orangespot #larnedpride

12 days ago, Danielle Fox
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