Fort Larned USD 495

"Orange spot" I would like to nominate Patrick Meyer! He has stepped into many roles this year! I have seen a lot of growth in him this year as a professional! He is for the kids and willing to always help! Thanks for all you do Patrick!

Trick-or-treat, time to stretch our feet! 🎃🧘‍♀️ Our Pre-K students got in the spirit with some Halloween yoga during recess! #larnedpride #lesfamily #learningisfun

Did you know it’s physically impossible to visit PAT playgroup and not smile while you’re there??! It was a packed house this morning for their Halloween party, and there was so much fun to be had!

Parents as Teachers (PAT) is a free program for families from pregnancy through age 5. Come join the fun every Tuesday from 10–11 a.m. at Larned Elementary School! For more info, contact Val Marshall at val.marshall@usd495.com #larnedpride #lesfamily

Talk about talent!! 🎃🔥 Gracyn Brackbill welded this "forever jack-o-lantern" just in time for Halloween! So impressive. #larnedpride #learningisfun

A little rain couldn't stop us! 🌧️ Mrs. Pontius and her students had a great day at the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Day at FHSU. They explored programs, tried hands-on workshops, and learned about different opportunities and future careers in these creative fields! #larnedpride #learningisfun

Mrs. Makings always goes over and beyond for her class! LES is so lucky to have her and all she gives to her students! #orangespot #larne

Candy Land + integers = one fun math lesson! 🍭 Mr. Drimmel’s 6th graders learned how positive and negative numbers move you forward and backward on a number line. #larnedpride #learningisfun

🎃 Congrats to our Halloween Coloring Contest winners! 8th grade Yamileth, 7th grade Briella, and 6th grade Antonia. Big thanks to State Theatre, Humble Pie, and Sonic for sponsoring the fun! #larnedpride #bettertogether

A few good news calls home to share out from last week! 📞🧡 #larnedpride #lesfamily

Due to the forecasted rainfall for the evening, LHS Stuco is going to postpone Trick or Treat for cans. #larnedpride

No tricks (or high school photos 🫠), just treats for the best crew around! Thanks to Jeremy, Tamara, Sherry, and Jamie for helping us make the rounds! 🎃 #larnedpride #bettertogether

Shout out to the ladies from BMO Bank for hosting Hi5 Friday at LES today! We appreciate you sharing your morning with our students! If your business or group would like to host a Hi5 Friday at LES, please contact Tina Gladow at LES: 620-285-2141 or tina.gladow@usd495.com

It's game day! The Indians kick off at 7:00 PM against Lakin at home. Senior recognitions will start at 6:30. Here’s what you need to know:

🎟 Tickets & Gates
• Pre-purchase online: https://gofan.co/event/3689706?schoolId=KS25162
• Cards (and cash) accepted at concessions + SE gate (only gate with card reader)
• QR codes available at each entrance for quick phone payment

🍔 Concessions
• Prices attached for your convenience
• Burgers & hot dogs from B&B Quality Meats
• Sponsored & grilled by Larned Fire Rescue. Thanks for dinner!!
• The LHS Junior Class will be selling chocolate bars next to the Booster shed to raise some money for prom. Please go see them!!

📋 Housekeeping Reminders
• Elementary students MUST attend the game with an adult, and MUST sit with them throughout the game. Middle school and high school students should be sitting in the stands. Thanks for helping us keep ALL kids safe.
• No pets allowed inside the sports complex
• Water only on the turf (no food or other drinks inside the 4-foot fence)

📺 Can’t make it?
• Livestream: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ks/larned/organization/5833/larned-high-school/schedule?date=2025-10-19T05%3A00%3A00.000Z&range=Week&s=U2NoZWR1bGVFbnRyeVB1YmxpY1N1bW1hcnk2ODkyOTI5YjRmMzY5MjEyZmI1MjA5ZGE%3D
• Tune into 106.9 FM with Buddy & Gary or stream the broadcast online @ https://hits1069.com/#//

Good luck, Indians! 🏈 #larnedpride #besttribeever #bettertogether

Change of plans for tonight! Senior recognitions will start at 6:30 PM. “Meet Me at the 50” is postponed due to weather and will move to basketball season. Thanks for your flexibility! #larnedpride

Our schools turned orange yesterday for Unity Day! 🧡 This annual event during National Bullying Prevention Month reminds us to stand together for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Check out the crew in orange at LMS! #larnedpride #bettertogether

Day 4 of Bus Safety Week! It’s time to get creative. 🎨 The 2025–26 Kansas School Bus Safety Poster Contest is open!

Students can design a poster that teaches others about bus safety. Teachers, this makes a great classroom project, and high school classes could even team up with younger students!!

Find the contest guidelines can be found here https://bit.ly/buspostercontest or on the KSDE School Transportation page.
#larnedpride #bettertogether #learningisfun

Larned’s turning into Halloween Town on Saturday, October 25! 🎃👻

Jordaan Memorial Library asked us to help spread the word:
🕷 Free Movie at 11 AM (Hotel Transylvania at the State Theater)
🍬 Trunk or Treat from 1–4 PM (Broadway & Christian Church)
📚 Haunted Library ($5/person) at Jordaan Library
🍴 Food trucks, games, and more on the courthouse lawn!

#larnedpride #bettertogether

Mr. Hagerman and our JAG crew spent the day building leadership skills at Cloud County Community College for the JAG-K Region 1 Conference! #larnedpride

Shoutout to Mrs. Long, she is a teacher who pours her heart and soul into her students. She is always offering unwavering support which makes a lasting impression! USD495 is lucky to have her! - Ms. Apley.

Don’t forget! Tomorrow is The Great Orange Out!

All students and staff across the district are invited to wear as much orange as possible to celebrate Unity Day and show kindness, acceptance, and inclusion for everyone. 🧡 #larnedpride #bettertogether #unityEVERYday