Fort Larned USD 495

🚧 Heads up, LHS Students and Fitness Center Visitors! We will be painting the black posts along the north side of the fence near the Fitness Center tomorrow morning, Thursday, September 12. Please avoid parking by the north fence until the work is complete. Thanks for your cooperation! #larnedpride

🎉 Make some noise and show off your #larnedpride! LHS cheerleaders will pick three Friday Night Fanatics who will win a prize for standing out! 🏈 🙌 #bettertogether #besttribeever

Make plans to attend the Fall Fun Festival on Sunday, September 29th from 1-5 PM at Kasselman Farm in Claflin, KS! There will be pumpkins, food, face painting, games, and much more! All proceeds benefit Kans for Kids, so come enjoy a fun-filled afternoon and support a great cause! 🎨🍂🎉 📍 Location: Kasselman Farm, 1017 NE 100 Rd, Claflin, KS 🗓 Date & Time: Sunday, September 29th, 2024, from 1–5 PM

Don’t forget—trash bag orders are due tomorrow! 🚨 Please make sure to return your completed forms to the LES office or send them with your child tomorrow, Wednesday, September 11th. Thank you for supporting the LES PTO fundraiser! 🙌 #larnedpride #bettertogether

The Board Brief from the September 9 Board of Education meeting is now available! Check it out here: https://5il.co/2wbqy Thank you for your continued support! #larnedpride

📢 Join Our Team at USD 495! 🧡🖤 We're hiring a Preschool Aide at Larned Elementary School! If you’re a parent with school-aged kids or a retiree looking to stay active, this family-friendly position could be perfect for you! With work hours ending by 4 PM, holiday breaks, and summers off—this 9-month schedule makes balancing work and life a breeze! 🎉 Why choose us?! 💵 Competitive pay and benefits 🕓Family-friendly work schedule 🎟️ Great perks! Family activity pass & discounted fitness center membership! What are you waiting for? Visit https://usd495.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=220 or contact the District Office at (620) 285-3185! #larnedpride #lesfamily #jobopportunity #preschoolaide #nowhiring

The USD 495 Board of Education will hold its Budget Hearing, Revenue Neutral Hearing, and regular monthly meeting tonight, Monday, September 9, starting at 5:45 PM. Join us in person or catch up later by reading the Board Brief! You can view the complete agenda by visiting https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd495/Board.nsf/goto?open... #larnedpride

Congrats to Kindergartener Graylynn Myrick for earning 1st place in the State Tractor Pedal Pull at the Kansas State Fair! 🚜🎉👑 Way to go, Graylynn! #larnedpride #lesfamily

Mr. Upson’s high school students designed water towers that held 100 pennies, all while staying on budget! This project helped them practice the technological process. #larnedpride

🎟️🏈 Sharing on behalf of the LMS PTO: Raffle Contest! 🏈🎟️ LMS PTO, with support from the LHS Football team & staff, is offering a chance to run out of the tunnel with the team and stand on the sideline as a ball boy during the game! 🗓️ When: Friday, 9/27 at 7 PM 💵 Entries: $1 each or 6 for $5 (Cash or Venmo) Venmo: Include “Football raffle” & participant’s name. Jessie Fox will be selling entries near the Booster Club booth this Friday until halftime! Winner drawn on 9/23! For questions, contact: Jessie: 620-285-1080 Jamie: 620-804-1984 Proceeds benefit LMS PTO! While any age can participate, the LMS PTO encourages families to use their best judgment on whether their child can comfortably handle this experience. #larnedpride #bettertogether

Our new Ag Science teacher and FFA leader, Abby Miller, took our FFA students to the State Fair today! Looks like a fun crew and a beautiful day to be there! #larnedpride #besttribeever

📢 Larned Elementary Families: This week’s lunch menu has been updated for Larned Elementary. Please see the revised options for September 9-13 below. 🍔🍕 Thank you for your continued understanding and support! #larnedpride

⏰ Deadline approaching! Families with children eligible for free and reduced-price meals can apply for $120 in Summer EBT benefits per child. Submit your application by September 11th through the DCF website: www.dcfapp.kees.ks.gov. Don’t miss out! #larnedpride #bettertogether

Indians take the win! 🏈 Final score: 36-24 over Smoky Valley at Lindsborg. #larnedpride #besttribeever

🏈 The Indians take on Smoky Valley tonight at 7:00 PM. Watch live at http://live.smokyvalley.org or listen on 106.9 with Buddy and Gary. #larnedpride #besttribeever

The red vests of Big R shared a morning of fun with LES students at Hi5 Friday this morning! Thanks for sharing your morning with us! #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether

As a parent or caregiver, do you wish you had more tools for managing your child’s behavior? Join us on Tuesday, September 17 from 5:30–7:30 PM at Larned Elementary School for a free workshop. You’ll learn proven strategies using PAX Tools to help manage emotions, improve cooperation, and strengthen family relationships. Enjoy a free meal, childcare, and a $25 Amazon gift card just for attending! This workshop is supported in part by the 21st CCLC grant and is the first in a series based on topics chosen by parents in our spring survey. We highly encourage Be Your Best Academy families to join us. Don’t miss out—sign up today! #larnedpride #bettertogether #lesfamily

Get ready for Larned’s Homecoming Festivities! 🧡🖤 HOMECOMING PARADE 📅 Friday, September 27 @ 3:00 PM 👉 If your group wants to be part of the parade, complete the application here: https://5il.co/2vtis (due by the end of the school day on Friday, September 20!) You can also stop by the High School or District Office to pick up a form. 👉 Parade line-up starts at 2:00 PM on 4th Street between Broadway and Santa Fe Streets. The parade route will run from 4th & Broadway to 8th & Broadway, with floats exiting at 8th Street. Afterward, join us for the Pep Rally on the courthouse lawn! COMMUNITY PEP RALLY & BONFIRE 📅 Thursday, September 26 👉 Join us in the south LHS parking lot for the Pep Rally and Bonfire at dusk! Open to the public—everyone is welcome! HOMECOMING GAME 🏈 Friday, September 27 @ 7:00 PM Larned football vs. Russell! Come cheer on the Indians! Coming SOON: Homecoming Dress-Up Day info! 👏 #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether

Larned JV had their first golf tournament at Mariah Hills today! Perfect weather and a beautiful course made for a great day. The team placed 3rd, and congrats to Autumn Holopirek for finishing 3rd with a 57! 🎉 Big thanks to Clock Realty for sponsoring dinner! ⛳️ #larnedpride #besttribeever

Congratulations to the Larned Varsity girls tennis team for placing first place as a team at their home meet. Cassie Manry 3rd at #1 doubles, Lauren Sleder 2nd #2 singles, Maggie Haas and Jozlyn Mead 2nd #1 doubles, Leah and Kierstin Pinkston 1st #2 doubles. #larnedpride