Registration is Open for Lansing Parks & Recreation Youth Winter Basketball!
Get ready for another season of youth basketball for the 2025–2026 school year!
Registration: October 1–31
(Late registrations may not be accepted.)
Age Divisions:
- 1st & 2nd Grades: Coed
- 3rd & 4th Grades: Boys & Girls
- 5th & 6th Grades: Boys & Girls
Registration Fees:
Lansing USD 469 Residents: $50
Nonresidents: $60
(Fees include a jersey.)
Season Schedule:
- Practices begin December 2025 (twice a week on weekday evenings)
- Games start January 2026 and continue through mid-March
- Games will be held on Saturdays
Volunteer to Coach:
Apply online through the Parks & Recreation Department page at www.lansingks.org
“Youth Sports Registration.”
How to Register:
In Person: Parks & Recreation Office, 108 S 2nd Street, Lansing
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Online: Visit www.lansingks.org
and click “Youth Sports Registration”
Questions? Email parks@lansingks.org or call (913) 727-2960
Get ready for another season of youth basketball for the 2025–2026 school year!
Registration: October 1–31
(Late registrations may not be accepted.)
Age Divisions:
- 1st & 2nd Grades: Coed
- 3rd & 4th Grades: Boys & Girls
- 5th & 6th Grades: Boys & Girls
Registration Fees:
Lansing USD 469 Residents: $50
Nonresidents: $60
(Fees include a jersey.)
Season Schedule:
- Practices begin December 2025 (twice a week on weekday evenings)
- Games start January 2026 and continue through mid-March
- Games will be held on Saturdays
Volunteer to Coach:
Apply online through the Parks & Recreation Department page at www.lansingks.org
“Youth Sports Registration.”
How to Register:
In Person: Parks & Recreation Office, 108 S 2nd Street, Lansing
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
Online: Visit www.lansingks.org
and click “Youth Sports Registration”
Questions? Email parks@lansingks.org or call (913) 727-2960
The Lansing Board of Education will hold a regular board meeting on Monday, October 13th at 6:00 pm.
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DLCERL3BB1BE
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DLCERL3BB1BE
REMINDER: Lansing High School Homecoming Extravaganza is Tonight!
Mark your calendars for a night of fun, food, and community spirit at the Lansing High School Homecoming Extravaganza!
Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Lansing High School Football Field, 1412 147th St., Lansing, KS 66043
The evening kicks off with food trucks opening at 6:00 p.m., followed by games beginning at 6:30 p.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy delicious food, exciting activities, and the chance to celebrate homecoming in true Lansing Lion style.
This year’s event features a Wizard of Oz theme, so follow the Yellow Brick Road to the football field for an unforgettable night! Whether you’re a fan of food trucks, carnival-style games, or simply want to gather with the community, there’s something for everyone.
Come out, show your Lion pride, and help make Homecoming 2025 one to remember!
Mark your calendars for a night of fun, food, and community spirit at the Lansing High School Homecoming Extravaganza!
Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m.
Location: Lansing High School Football Field, 1412 147th St., Lansing, KS 66043
The evening kicks off with food trucks opening at 6:00 p.m., followed by games beginning at 6:30 p.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy delicious food, exciting activities, and the chance to celebrate homecoming in true Lansing Lion style.
This year’s event features a Wizard of Oz theme, so follow the Yellow Brick Road to the football field for an unforgettable night! Whether you’re a fan of food trucks, carnival-style games, or simply want to gather with the community, there’s something for everyone.
Come out, show your Lion pride, and help make Homecoming 2025 one to remember!
Support Lansing Schools at the Lansing Educational Foundation's Boots & Bow Ties Gala
The Lansing Educational Foundation is hosting its annual Boots & Bow Ties Gala on Saturday, November 8, 2025, and we would love for our community to join in. This signature event combines a fun night out with meaningful support for Lansing students and teachers.
By attending, you’re helping LEF continue its mission of enriching learning opportunities across USD 469. In the 2025–26 school year alone, the LEF awarded more than $45,000 in classroom grants and since 2004, has invested over $750,000 in our schools.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/2025-lef-bootsandbowtiesball
Questions? Contact Kara Thompson at Kara.Thompson@usd469.net
We’re grateful to the Lansing Educational Foundation for their ongoing support of our students, teachers, and schools.
The Lansing Educational Foundation is hosting its annual Boots & Bow Ties Gala on Saturday, November 8, 2025, and we would love for our community to join in. This signature event combines a fun night out with meaningful support for Lansing students and teachers.
By attending, you’re helping LEF continue its mission of enriching learning opportunities across USD 469. In the 2025–26 school year alone, the LEF awarded more than $45,000 in classroom grants and since 2004, has invested over $750,000 in our schools.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
Registration: https://www.eventcreate.com/e/2025-lef-bootsandbowtiesball
Questions? Contact Kara Thompson at Kara.Thompson@usd469.net
We’re grateful to the Lansing Educational Foundation for their ongoing support of our students, teachers, and schools.
Homecoming Spirit Week: There’s No Place Like Homecoming
Monday, Sept. 29 – Rhyme Over the Rainbow: Rhyme Without a Reason, Students pair up with a friend and dress in costumes that rhyme, even if they don’t go together.
Examples: Cat & Rat, DJ & PJs, Clock & Rock.
Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Twister Tuesday, Teachers and students swap roles by dressing like each other!
Wednesday, Oct. 1 – Which Witch is Which? Find a friend and wear matching outfits—it’s all about twinning!
Thursday, Oct. 2 – Lions, Moms, and Dads… Oh My! Choose your side: dress up as a Soccer Mom or a BBQ Dad.
Friday, Oct. 3 – Neon Rainbow, End the week in bright spirit! Wear your favorite neon colors. Refer to your building for specific neon colors by grade level (if applicable).
Monday, Sept. 29 – Rhyme Over the Rainbow: Rhyme Without a Reason, Students pair up with a friend and dress in costumes that rhyme, even if they don’t go together.
Examples: Cat & Rat, DJ & PJs, Clock & Rock.
Tuesday, Sept. 30 – Twister Tuesday, Teachers and students swap roles by dressing like each other!
Wednesday, Oct. 1 – Which Witch is Which? Find a friend and wear matching outfits—it’s all about twinning!
Thursday, Oct. 2 – Lions, Moms, and Dads… Oh My! Choose your side: dress up as a Soccer Mom or a BBQ Dad.
Friday, Oct. 3 – Neon Rainbow, End the week in bright spirit! Wear your favorite neon colors. Refer to your building for specific neon colors by grade level (if applicable).
Happy Attendance Awareness Month!
At Lansing USD469, we know that showing up matters. While September is nationally recognized as Attendance Awareness Month, our commitment goes beyond a single month. We strive to build a culture of achievement for every student, every day, all year long.
Attending school regularly helps students:
Get back on track and recover lost momentum
Improve mental health through friendships and connection
Feel better about themselves and school
Benefit from personalized learning opportunities
Stay on the path toward graduation success
At Lansing USD469, we know that showing up matters. While September is nationally recognized as Attendance Awareness Month, our commitment goes beyond a single month. We strive to build a culture of achievement for every student, every day, all year long.
Attending school regularly helps students:
Get back on track and recover lost momentum
Improve mental health through friendships and connection
Feel better about themselves and school
Benefit from personalized learning opportunities
Stay on the path toward graduation success
Thank You, Lions!
Our mental health team recently held a coin drive to support the Lansing Angels Holiday Program, and we are so grateful for the outpouring of generosity from our school community. Together, our Lions raised $240.14!
A special shoutout to Lansing Middle School, who brought in the most donations with an impressive $135.53.
If you would still like to contribute, it’s not too late! Donations can be sent to your student’s front office with “Lansing Angels Holiday Program” noted. Every dollar makes a difference in supporting families in need this holiday season.
Thank you for showing what Lion Pride is all about!
Our mental health team recently held a coin drive to support the Lansing Angels Holiday Program, and we are so grateful for the outpouring of generosity from our school community. Together, our Lions raised $240.14!
A special shoutout to Lansing Middle School, who brought in the most donations with an impressive $135.53.
If you would still like to contribute, it’s not too late! Donations can be sent to your student’s front office with “Lansing Angels Holiday Program” noted. Every dollar makes a difference in supporting families in need this holiday season.
Thank you for showing what Lion Pride is all about!
Cheering on Lions, On and Off the Field!
Lansing Intermediate School 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Laurie Holden, goes above and beyond for her students. Whether they’re in her classroom now or were in her class years ago, she shows up to support them, even at their football games!
We love seeing our teachers make such lasting connections with students, reminding them that once a Lion, always a Lion.
Lansing Intermediate School 4th grade teacher, Mrs. Laurie Holden, goes above and beyond for her students. Whether they’re in her classroom now or were in her class years ago, she shows up to support them, even at their football games!
We love seeing our teachers make such lasting connections with students, reminding them that once a Lion, always a Lion.
Berkel Bash is back!
Join the University of Saint Mary Athletic Department for an evening of fun for kids of all ages with over a dozen athletic skills competitions, plus the chance to meet USM coaches, players, and Spiro the Dragon!
Sept. 22, 2025 | 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Berkel Memorial Stadium, 4100 S. 4th St., Leavenworth, KS
Popcorn and water provided.
Ahoy, mateys!
Our Lansing High School Counseling Office celebrated International Talk Like a Pirate Day and wished a very happy birthday to Ms. Collins - all while dressed as pirates!
Our new counselor, Mr. Johnson, even brought along a treasure trove of pirate jokes, like:
“What kind of grades did the pirate get in school? High Cs!”
“What do you call a pirate with two eyes and two legs? A rookie!”
Our Lansing High School Counseling Office celebrated International Talk Like a Pirate Day and wished a very happy birthday to Ms. Collins - all while dressed as pirates!
Our new counselor, Mr. Johnson, even brought along a treasure trove of pirate jokes, like:
“What kind of grades did the pirate get in school? High Cs!”
“What do you call a pirate with two eyes and two legs? A rookie!”
Lansing USD469 will start one hour later each Thursday during the 2025-2026 school year. Here is some helpful information for our families regarding Late Start Thursdays:
Late Start: Each Thursday, all K-12 students will start school one hour later than usual.
Preschool: This schedule will not affect preschool students.
Purpose: The additional time allows our teachers to collaborate on enhancing the MTSS process, discuss student data, intervention strategies, instructional techniques, common assessments, and set goals for our students.
Transportation: Buses will run one hour later each Thursday.
Childcare: For elementary and intermediate students (grades K-5), free childcare is available through the YMCA for parents needing to drop their students off at 8:00 am. Please contact your child's school for more information on how to sign up.
We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best educational experience for our students.
Late Start: Each Thursday, all K-12 students will start school one hour later than usual.
Preschool: This schedule will not affect preschool students.
Purpose: The additional time allows our teachers to collaborate on enhancing the MTSS process, discuss student data, intervention strategies, instructional techniques, common assessments, and set goals for our students.
Transportation: Buses will run one hour later each Thursday.
Childcare: For elementary and intermediate students (grades K-5), free childcare is available through the YMCA for parents needing to drop their students off at 8:00 am. Please contact your child's school for more information on how to sign up.
We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best educational experience for our students.
No School for Students – Monday, September 15
There will be no school for students on Monday, September 15th to allow staff to participate in a scheduled Professional Development Day.
We look forward to seeing students back in class on Tuesday!
There will be no school for students on Monday, September 15th to allow staff to participate in a scheduled Professional Development Day.
We look forward to seeing students back in class on Tuesday!
Lansing USD469 will start one hour later each Thursday during the 2025-2026 school year. Here is some helpful information for our families regarding Late Start Thursdays:
Late Start: Each Thursday, all K-12 students will start school one hour later than usual.
Preschool: This schedule will not affect preschool students.
Purpose: The additional time allows our teachers to collaborate on enhancing the MTSS process, discuss student data, intervention strategies, instructional techniques, common assessments, and set goals for our students.
Transportation: Buses will run one hour later each Thursday.
Childcare: For elementary and intermediate students (grades K-5), free childcare is available through the YMCA for parents needing to drop their students off at 8:00 am. Please contact your child's school for more information on how to sign up.
We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best educational experience for our students.
Late Start: Each Thursday, all K-12 students will start school one hour later than usual.
Preschool: This schedule will not affect preschool students.
Purpose: The additional time allows our teachers to collaborate on enhancing the MTSS process, discuss student data, intervention strategies, instructional techniques, common assessments, and set goals for our students.
Transportation: Buses will run one hour later each Thursday.
Childcare: For elementary and intermediate students (grades K-5), free childcare is available through the YMCA for parents needing to drop their students off at 8:00 am. Please contact your child's school for more information on how to sign up.
We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best educational experience for our students.
The Lansing Board of Education will hold a special board meeting on Wednesday, September 10th at 3:00 pm.
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DLDH854724B2
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419 Delaware Street, Downtown Leavenworth
Text 913-392-0651 to schedule
Mark your calendars! The Lansing Fall Festival is happening Saturday, October 11 from 10 AM - 3 PM at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church & Angel Falls Trails. Enjoy a full day of free entertainment, carnival rides, live performances, a petting zoo, pumpkin decorating, contests, fall food, arts & crafts, and more!
Bring the whole family and join us for a fun-filled community celebration. Free shuttle service available from Lansing Elementary School & the Aquatic Center.
Bring the whole family and join us for a fun-filled community celebration. Free shuttle service available from Lansing Elementary School & the Aquatic Center.
The student loan workshop scheduled for this evening has been cancelled. We will send another notification if it gets rescheduled.
Thank you for your understanding.
Thank you for your understanding.
The Lansing Board of Education will hold a special board meeting - Public Hearing Revenue Neutral Rate on Monday, September 8th at 6:00 pm. The Special Board Meeting - Budget Hearing will take place immediately after.
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DKGLD955B28F
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DKGLD955B28F
The Lansing Board of Education will hold a regular board meeting on Monday, September 8th at 6:00 pm.
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DK9KMA528220
Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043.
YouTube Link for livestream: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=usd469
Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DK9KMA528220
Lansing USD469 will start one hour later each Thursday during the 2025-2026 school year. Here is some helpful information for our families regarding Late Start Thursdays:
Late Start: Each Thursday, all K-12 students will start school one hour later than usual.
Preschool: This schedule will not affect preschool students.
Purpose: The additional time allows our teachers to collaborate on enhancing the MTSS process, discuss student data, intervention strategies, instructional techniques, common assessments, and set goals for our students.
Transportation: Buses will run one hour later each Thursday.
Childcare: For elementary and intermediate students (grades K-5), free childcare is available through the YMCA for parents needing to drop their students off at 8:00 am. Please contact your child's school for more information on how to sign up.
We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best educational experience for our students.
Late Start: Each Thursday, all K-12 students will start school one hour later than usual.
Preschool: This schedule will not affect preschool students.
Purpose: The additional time allows our teachers to collaborate on enhancing the MTSS process, discuss student data, intervention strategies, instructional techniques, common assessments, and set goals for our students.
Transportation: Buses will run one hour later each Thursday.
Childcare: For elementary and intermediate students (grades K-5), free childcare is available through the YMCA for parents needing to drop their students off at 8:00 am. Please contact your child's school for more information on how to sign up.
We appreciate your support as we work to provide the best educational experience for our students.
