Ft. Larned USD 495

06/19/2026

Towards the end of this school year Larned High School Biology students traveled to Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita for a Zoological Investigative Analysis trip. Students applied concepts learned in class by observing animal adaptations, behaviors, biodiversity and the relationships between organisms and their environments.

06/19/2026

What a great first day at Middle School Volleyball Camp! Our athletes brought the s***k, energy, and effort, sharpening their skills, from solid passes to higher sets and strong teamwork. Time flew by because everyone was having so much fun! Special thanks to the awesome coaches and Coach Gream from Cowley College for helping inspire and develop the players.

06/18/2026

Congratulations to Larned High School’s Adam Hewson!

We are proud to celebrate Adam Hewson for being selected as one of just 50 finalists nationwide for the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence!

This prestigious award recognizes outstanding skilled trades educators in U.S. public high schools. Adam is now in the running for one of 25 prizes totaling $2 million, to be awarded this fall.

Harbor Freight Tools for Schools has recognized and supported exceptional skilled trades teachers across the country for the past 10 years, awarding more than $10 million to educators who are preparing students for successful careers in the trades.

Adam’s dedication, innovation, and commitment to student success make a lasting impact on our school and community. We are honored to see his hard work and the achievements of his students recognized on a national stage.

Please join us in congratulating Adam on this incredible accomplishment!

06/17/2026

📢 Now Hiring: Welding/Vocational Education Teacher – Larned High School

USD 495 is looking for a motivated, student-focused instructor to teach welding and related Career & Technical Education (CTE) courses at Larned High School. This position plays a key role in preparing students for industry certifications, postsecondary education, and workforce success.

Qualified applicants may hold a Kansas teaching license with a CTE endorsement or have relevant industry experience that qualifies them for a Kansas CTE Specialized Certificate. Those with backgrounds in welding, fabrication, manufacturing, construction, or related fields are encouraged to apply.

Help shape the next generation of skilled professionals! Apply here: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5788290

06/16/2026

📢 We're hiring! Join our team as an Assistant Custodian. This full-time, 12-month position is ideal for those seeking consistent work hours and excellent benefits, including a family activity pass and fitness center membership. 🧹🏫

Apply now at: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=5682682

06/16/2026

Start thinking ahead for next school year - get those doctor appointments, vacations, etc. planned for breaks! Help your student succeed in school by reducing absences! View our full 2026-2027 calendar here: https://www.usd495.com/page/2026-27-school-year-calendar

06/16/2026

In the coming weeks, a continuous rollout of the updated mobile app will begin. This means that a certain percentage of users will be updated to the new version of the app each day. Users should NOT have to delete the app and reinstall it during this process as the migration should be automatic.

Users may not notice when their app has been updated, as the styling and navigation of the app will remain unchanged. To check to see what version of the app you are on, navigate within the app to “Settings> About > Version”. The updated app version will begin with the number ‘3’; If your app version begins with “2”, we recommend navigating to your app store to update to version “3".

06/15/2026

Our Pawnee County Commissioners recognized our three students from LES that scored perfect on their Kansas State Assessment. Very proud of these students and their accomplishment.

06/11/2026

The Board Brief from the June 8, 2026 Board of Education meeting is now available! Check it out here: https://app.smore.com/n/23krc

👏 A huge shout-out to Kim Cardoza for her Orange Spot nomination and winning staff of the month. Very well-deserved!
🎊 Congratulations to Superintendent Dr. Wachs on earning his doctorate degree!

Board Brief

06/10/2026

Back-to-school season will be here before we know it! How about a job that fits your family’s schedule? Tri-County is hiring paras in all three local districts. Competitive pay, school-day hours, and flexible options make it a great fit for parents or anyone looking to make a difference.

Apply here: https://usd495.schoolspring.com?jobid=4927547