Fort Larned USD 495

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

🎟️🏈 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

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

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

Busted! 🍩🚓 Thanks to these officers for joining the fun! #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether

Nothing sweeter than donuts with Grandpals! 🍩🧡🖤 A huge thank you to the LES PTO for organizing this special morning for our PK-5 students and their 'Grandpals.' And a big shoutout to Pawnee Valley Community Hospital for hosting and serving! What a great way to start the day! #larnedpride #lesfamily #bettertogether

Teamwork + creativity = balloon chairs! 🎈💡 Our LHS JAG class took on the challenge of building a chair using only balloons, tape, and string. They had 30 minutes to make a seat, arms, and back sturdy enough for a teammate to sit in for 15 seconds. The designs were awesome, and the teamwork was even better! #learningisfun #larnedpride #besttribeever