🎉 It’s School Board Appreciation Month! 🎉
If you don’t know her already, meet Jessie Pleasant! Jessie has been serving on the USD 495 Board of Education for 8 years and was just elected as the 2025 BOE President this past Monday. 👏
When we asked Jessie, “What inspires you to serve on the Board of Education, and what do you find most rewarding about the role?” here’s what she shared:
💬 "What inspires me to serve on the board? I enjoy taking an active role in my community and have a strong interest in education. What do I find most rewarding? Visiting the schools and seeing the kids in their environment is definitely the highlight. One of my favorite moments is listening to the elementary school’s Pledge of Allegiance."
Thank you, Jessie, for your dedication and leadership in shaping the future of our schools! 🧡🖤 #larnedpride #bettertogether #ThankBOE
📣 Quick Reminder: LMS Wrestling Parent Meeting is today, Jan. 15, at 5:30 PM at the Community Center. See you there! #larnedpride
📞 It’s always a good day for a #goodnewscallhome! #larnedpride #lesfamily
This year’s theme for the Kansas Association of Conservation Districts’ poster contest was “May The Forest Be With You Always”. Pawnee County Conservation District representative, Sandy Herrman, visited our LES K-1, 2-3, and 4-6 grades to present the contest.
Congrats to our talented winners: Camille Bowman, Ryan Ramsey, and Zayley Griffey! Camille’s poster earned her first place and a $25 prize! 🎉 The winning posters will also be featured in ads for the State Conservation. #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether
Larned vs. Nickerson Basketball Games are TODAY, Tuesday, January 14, 2025, at Nickerson High School, 305 S. Nickerson St., Nickerson, KS.
The schedule is as follows:
🏀4:30 PM – JV Boys (Competition Gym), JV Girls (Auxiliary Gym, 2 quarters), and C Boys (Auxiliary Gym)
🏀6:00 PM – Varsity Girls (Competition Gym)
🏀7:30 PM – Varsity Boys (Competition Gym)
Concessions will be available throughout the evening. Admission is $6 for adults and $5 for students (K-12), and CKL passes will be accepted!
Can’t make the game? Watch the Competition Gym games live here or tune in to 106.9 FM: https://www.youtube.com/@PantherTV309.
Come out and cheer on our teams as they take on Nickerson—Go Indians! #larnedpride
📰 This just in — The LES Students of the Month have been announced! We’re so proud of each of you. 🎉 #larnedpride #lesfamily #earnedit
🦷 Free Dental Care at KMOM Hutchinson 2025! 🦷
The Kansas Mission of Mercy will provide free dental services on January 17-18, 2025, in Hutchinson, KS. Services include cleanings, fillings, and extractions (no dentures or implants).
This event is first-come, first-served, and no appointments are needed. Doors open at 5:30 AM each day, so be sure to arrive early. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all patients at no charge.
This opportunity is open to anyone, including children. For more information, visit the Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation website or Facebook page.
Every year, the LES PTO provides an LES t-shirt for all students and staff. This year’s design was created by Camden Wagner! Huge thanks to LES PTO for their generosity and congratulations to Camden for an awesome design! #larnedpride #lesfamily
LMS Wrestling practice will be over at 5:30 at the Community Center and there will be a parent meeting Wednesday at the Community center following practice. #larnedpride
Here’s what’s happening this week at USD 495, January 13-18! 📅 #larnedpride
🍩🌟 LMS STUCO Fundraiser: Homemade Treats from Wheatland Café! 🌟🍩
Support Larned Middle School and enjoy delicious homemade goodies! Choose from Pizza Pockets, Bierocks, Pigs in a Blanket (1/2 dozen for $33 each), or Cinnamon Rolls (1 dozen for $22). Proceeds fund student events and activities!
Contact any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade STUCO member to order by Thursday, January 23rd. Pickup is Wednesday, February 12th, from 4–5:30 PM in the LMS commons.
Don’t know a STUCO member? Email Mrs. Hagerman at lucia.hagerman@usd495.com, and she’ll have someone reach out to you.
Thank you for supporting LMS! 🎉
Good morning, USD 495 families there will be a 2-hour delay of school for USD 495 today. This will provide additional time for arrival to school and for our crews to prepare our facilities. Again USD 495 will have a 2-hour delay today. We encourage everyone to stay safe and use caution when traveling. Thank you for your understanding.
Come work with us at Tri-County! We’re hiring paraprofessionals for the Kinsley-Offerle, Ft. Larned, and Pawnee Heights districts. Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, or substitute work, we’ll be flexible with your schedule and other commitments.
We offer:
💼 Competitive pay and great benefits
⏰ A family-friendly work schedule
🚗 Transportation options if needed
Check out the opportunities and apply today: https://usd495.schoolspring.com/?jobid=
We’d love to have you join the team! #larnedpride
January 9 is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! We want to take a moment to thank the Larned Police Department and the Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office for their continued partnership and dedication to keeping our schools and community safe. #bettertogether
A special shoutout to our USD 495 School Resource Officer, Marc Perez, for all you do to support our students and staff every day. #larnedpride
We all know these two leaders are something special—but did you catch Mrs. McGurk and Mrs. Keith out there this morning, helping kids out of cars during drop-off... in the freezing cold?! ❄️ They’d never ask for it, but let’s show them all the love they deserve for going above and beyond for our kids! #larnedpride #lesfamily
We’re proud to recognize Savarah Hook as our JAG Student of the Month! Savarah’s hard work, positive attitude, and care for her peers make her a standout in every way. Here’s what her teachers had to say:
💬 "Savarah is an awesome kid to be around. She works hard and brings a positive attitude to class each day. What I admire most about Savarah is the way she looks out for her peers." – Mr. Keith
💬 "What I appreciate about Savarah is that she is very genuine in her conversation. She will stand up for something she believes in, yet she can still be open to another point of view. She will question something that doesn't make sense to her and wants to understand so she can form a fact-based opinion." – Mr. Lyman
Way to go, Savarah! #larnedpride
Middle school wrestling will start on Monday January 13th. There will be an organizational meeting tomorrow (Wednesday) during lunch. Listen for the announcement.
The games at Ellsworth from tonight are now rescheduled for Thursday, February 13 (pending officials).
🏀 JV Girls (2Q): 4:30 PM
🏀 JV Boys (@ City Hall): 5:30 PM
🏀 Varsity Girls: 6:00 PM
🏀 Varsity Boys: 7:30 PM
Thanks for your understanding and support! #larnedpride
🎉 Our official Larned High School store is now open! 🎉 Get 20% OFF custom tees, hoodies, joggers, hats, and more. Shop now and show off your #LarnedPride!
🏃♂️ Hurry—this sale won’t last long! Check it out here: https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/kansas/larned/larned-high-school
🏋️♀️ Sponsors Needed! 🏋️♂️ Indian Ink is looking for businesses to sponsor the February Powerlifting Meet t-shirts!
Your logo will go on the shirts, giving you awesome exposure while supporting the LHS Powerlifting program. All proceeds go directly to the team!
Email brooke.stahlecker@usd495.com or kristen.pontius@usd495.com to snag your spot! #larnedpride #bettertogether
