
Larned Love Stories continues!
Meet Israel & Lucia Hagerman! 🧡🖤
Married for 21 years, Israel and Lucia are both dedicated educators in Larned Schools. Israel teaches and coaches, while Lucia teaches and sponsors LMS Stuco.
How has working in the same district shaped their relationship?
"We love impacting the same group of kids—many of them feel like family because they get to know both of us. I miss not working in the same building as Israel, though. We work really well together. It’s also nice having someone at home who understands the highs and lows of the job… and having the same breaks so we can travel and work out together!"
Fun fact: They keep things fun with jokes, pranks, and a little friendly roasting. Basically, they still act like teenagers together!
Stay tuned as we highlight more Larned Love Stories leading up to Valentine’s Day! 💕 #larnedpride


Larned Love Stories continues!
Meet Scott & Sherry Upson! 🧡🖤
Scott and Sherry have been married for 28 years and both teach in Larned Schools—Scott teaches high school history, while Sherry teaches 7th grade math.
Fun fact: They actually met through their jobs in the district! Outside of school, they enjoy going to concerts and Nebraska football games together.
Stay tuned for more Larned Love Stories as we celebrate the amazing couples in our district leading up to Valentine’s Day! 💕 #larnedpride


With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we’re kicking off Larned Love Stories, celebrating the amazing couples who make a difference in our district every day!
First up: Chad & Jennie Erway! 🧡🖤
Chad and Jennie have been married for 29 years, but their love story started long before that. They first met at an LHS football game when Chad was in 8th grade and Jennie was in 7th—and they’ve been together ever since! Now, they’re both proud LHS alumni who have built their lives and family right here in Larned.
Jennie teaches At-Risk Math at LMS, while Chad is the PE and Virtual Class instructor at LHS and a longtime LHS baseball coach.
What do they love about working in the same district?
"Having the same work schedule—summers off and holiday breaks—gives us more time together. It’s also nice to talk about work and have someone who really understands what it’s like to be in education."
Stay tuned for more Larned Love Stories leading up to Valentine’s Day! 💕 #larnedpride


Seniors! Local Scholarships are OPEN! 🎓
Scholarship opportunities are now available on the USD 495 website. Don’t miss your chance to apply!
📅 DEADLINE: Friday, February 28 by 11:00 AM
🔗 Apply now: usd495.com/scholarships
#larnedpride #bettertogether


🏈🥣 It’s the 4th Quarter, LES Family! 🥣🏈
Tomorrow is the final day for students to bring boxes of cereal or other dry goods to school for the 3rd Annual Cereal Bowl! We’ll do a final count in the morning before collecting all the boxes to create our domino chain and find out which class will win the Cereal Bowl championship! 🎉
Thank you for helping us tackle hunger and support the Pawnee County Food Pantry. #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether


Our Larned basketball teams take on Ellsworth TODAY, Thursday, February 13!
📍 Location: Ellsworth High School & City Hall
🎟 Admission: $5 for adults & students (K-12) + concessions available!
📺 Can’t be there? Watch the livestream: bit.ly/3Ag25CI or listen to Buddy & Gary on 106.9 FM!
Game Schedule @ EHS (211 W 11th St.):
🏀 4:30 PM – JV Girls (2 Qtrs)
🏀 6:00 PM – Varsity Girls
🏀 7:30 PM – Varsity Boys
@ City Hall (121 W 1st St.)
🏀 5:30 PM – JV Boys
There will not be a C-team game. #larnedpride

FAFSA HELP NIGHT IS COMING UP! 💰🎓
Seniors (and parents!), need help filling out the FAFSA? We got you! A Barton TRiO rep will be in the LHS Library on Monday, Feb. 17, from 5:30-7:00 PM to answer questions and walk you through it. Come & go as needed!
✅ What to bring:
Your school Chromebook (charger too!)
FSA ID login for both student AND parent
🚨 IMPORTANT: You must create your FSA ID at least 3 days before Help Night!
🔗 Create Your FSA ID: studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch
🔗 Start Your FAFSA Application: studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Questions? Reach out to Dr. Wasinger at jacque.wasinger@usd495.com or call (620) 285-2151. #larnedpride


Our kids at LES have already made so many #GoodNewsCallHome calls this week! Love celebrating their hard work—keep it up! 📞👏







Don't forget that the LES Ambassadors are selling Friendship Cards! 💖
There’s still time for students to grab a Friendship Card! Sales continue before school through Feb. 14 in the cafeteria.
✨ 25¢ each or 10 for $2
📅 Cards will be delivered on Feb. 14! #larnedpride #lesfamily


LES Ambassadors are selling Friendship Cards before school this week, Feb. 10-14 in the cafeteria. 💕
✨ Only 25¢ each or 10 for $2!
📅 Cards will be delivered on Feb. 14! #larnedpride #lesfamily


Here’s what’s happening across the district from February 10-15! #larnedpride
Reminder: The Winter Royalty crowning was rescheduled and will take place this Tuesday, February 11, between varsity games. Best of luck to all the candidates! 👑🏆


We’re halfway through the 3rd Annual Cereal Bowl at Larned Elementary School! 🥣🏈 Have you brought in your boxes of cereal or dry goods yet? You have until this Friday, February 7, to donate and help us support the Pawnee County Food Pantry.
🎉 Remember, the class that brings in the most boxes wins a class party! Thanks for your help, LES Family! #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether


Seniors—Have You Applied Yet? 🚨
The deadline for local scholarships is getting closer! Make sure to submit your applications on time.
📅 Due: Friday, February 28 by 11:00 AM
🔗 Find scholarships here: usd495.com/scholarships
#larnedpride #bettertogether


FAFSA HELP NIGHT IS TOMORROW! 📢⏳
Seniors & parents—don’t forget! FAFSA Help Night is tomorrow, Monday, Feb. 17, from 5:30-7:00 PM in the LHS Library. A Barton TRiO rep will be there to answer questions and help you through the process!
✅ Bring: Chromebook + charger & FSA ID login for both student & parent.
🚨 Make sure your FSA ID is created and ready to go!
See you there! 🎓 Questions? Contact Dr. Wasinger at jacque.wasinger@usd495.com. #larnedpride


Seniors & parents—need help with FAFSA? Join us in the LHS Library on Monday, Feb. 17, from 5:30-7:00 PM for guidance from a Barton TRiO rep!
✅ Bring: Chromebook + charger & FSA ID login for both student & parent.
🚨 Create your FSA ID at least 3 days before!
Questions? Contact Dr. Wasinger at jacque.wasinger@usd495.com. #larnedpride


Larned takes on Hillsboro TONIGHT, Feb 4!
In the MS Gym:
🏀 JV Boys – 5:15 PM
❌ No C-Team Boys game
In the HS Gym:
🏀 JV Girls – 4:30 PM
🏀 Varsity Girls – 6:00 PM
🏀 Varsity Boys – 7:30 PM
🎥 Can’t make it? Games in the HS gym will be live-streamed on TrojanTV, NFHS Network, and HUDL Fan. You can also listen to Buddy and Gary on 106.9 FM!
🍿 Concessions will be available in the commons area northwest of the HS gym.
Let’s go, Indians! #larnedpride


February is Love the Bus Month! 🚌💛 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDzjmbSWMc0
School buses do more than just get students to and from school—they provide a safe, reliable ride to education every day. This month is all about recognizing the dedicated drivers who make that happen.
Love the Bus Month is the perfect time to show appreciation for the people behind the wheel. A simple thank you goes a long way!
#LoveTheBus #larnedpride

🥧🍲 The Santa Fe Trail Days Committee is hosting a Soup & Dessert Supper this Friday, February 7th, starting at 5 PM until sold out! Come enjoy chili, chicken noodle soup, and delicious desserts at Larned Middle School and watch the Indians take on Hesston.
💰 Free will donation – All proceeds support Santa Fe Trail Days!
Don’t miss out on great food for a great cause! See you there! 🧡🖤 #larnedpride #bettertogether

🗞 Big news at LES! 📰 Our Students of the Month are making headlines for all the right reasons! Congrats to these hardworking, kind, and all-around awesome kids! 🏆👏 #larnedpride #lesfamily


🗞 Big news at LES! 📰 Our Students of the Month are making headlines for all the right reasons! Congrats to these hardworking, kind, and all-around awesome kids! 🏆👏 #larnedpride #lesfamily
