Fort Larned USD 495

A big Congratulations 🎉 to our Larned Middle School cheerleading squad for receiving a Superior (1) rating at the "Rally in the Valley" competition in Valley Center Monday evening. Way to show some Indian spirit, girls! 📣👏

USD 495 is looking to hire a Middle School Counselor for the 2026-27 school year.
Visit this link to apply: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5539668
Contact the District Office if you have any questions, 620-285-3185.

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The LMS Book Fair is rolling! 📚 Be sure to go see Mrs. Finger in the LMS library from 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM through Friday.

A quick Share the Fair donation can help another student shop the fair too. Get started here: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/larnedmiddleschool

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Tri-County Special Services Cooperative has multiple positions open for the 2026-27 school year. Be sure to visit our website @ www.usd495.com/workat495 to see all of our current openings and never hesitate to reach out to us if you have questions.

For direct links to these specific jobs, visit here:
Speech Language Pathologist: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5325183
Part-time PT or PTA: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5124420
School Psychologist: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5535460

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Thank you, Larned Noon Lions Club for spending your Friday morning Hi5'ing @ LES!! ✋📝

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The Indians will host Haven for their final home game of the regular season on Tuesday. The following schedule will be used.

HIGH SCHOOL
- 4:30PM JV Boys
- followed by C Boys (2 Qtrs)

MIDDLE SCHOOL
- 6:00PM Varsity Girls
- Senior Recognition
- 7:30PM Varsity Boys

A few of Mr. Hewson's students attended ACTE day at the capital to highlight their accomplishments and the construction program at Larned High School. These students met with legislatures and gave them customized gifts made in the Woodworking class. It was a great experience for all! 🏛️📚

📸 pictured: Slade Sundahl, Charles John Violango and Dustin Sharrai

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It’s Book Fair Day at LMS! 📚 We’re open 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM today for families attending Student Showcase.

Thanks to Share the Fair, we're hopeful that more books end up in students’ hands.
Stop by or give online! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/larnedmiddleschool

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The LMS Book Fair opens tomorrow! 📚 Parents can shop while they’re here for Student Showcase from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Anyone can help by contributing to Share the Fair, which helps makes sure that every student can take home a book they love. Learn more at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/larnedmiddleschool

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Our 3rd and 4th graders put on an awesome music concert last Tuesday! 🎶🎤 #lesfamily #larnedpride

Varsity Boys final vs. Pratt.

Varsity Girls final tonight vs. Pratt.

The Indians are back at home on Friday night as they host the Pratt Greenbacks.

HIGH SCHOOL
- 4:30pm JV Girls (2 Qtrs)
- followed by JV Boys (Full Game)
- followed by C Boys (2 Qtrs)

MIDDLE SCHOOL
- 6:00pm Varsity Girls
- 7:30pm Varsity Boys

The LHS Girls Wrestling team will be in August on Friday and Saturday for 4A Regional Wrestling. Matches are scheduled to begin at 11AM both days. Good luck, Lady Indians!

Don't forget! Turn off those alarm clocks for Monday, February 16th. No School for President's Day!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Book your spot in ParentSquare or call your school office buildings for assistance.

Check out www.usd495.com/conferences for tips on what to expect before, during, and after your visit.

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We're Hiring! Tri-County Special Services Cooperative invites you to come join the team at Offerle Elementary School! Apply to be an Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2026-27 school year.

Why Join Us?
✅ Great pay and benefits (hello, KPERS!)
✅ Family-friendly schedule
✅ Great perks like family activity passes and discounted fitness memberships

Apply today: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5533258
Want to learn more or see other openings? Visit our website @ www.usd495.com.
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The LHS Boys Wrestling team will be in Pratt this afternoon for the CKL League meet. Matches are scheduled to begin at 2pm. Good luck!

Congratulations to Lilly Wolff for taking 🥇 place and Jackson Norris for taking 🥈 place at the LMS Spelling Bee! #larnedpride

Shawn finished three more desk plaques and hand-delivered them to their new homes. A little acrylic paint added just the right pop of color on a couple of them! Great work Shawn!! #larnedpride

Varsity Boys final from Scott City.