Lansing USD 469

Due to an unexpected mechanical issue with the pool heater, the facility will remain closed until further notice. We understand this may be an inconvenience and appreciate your patience. For the latest updates on the pool’s status, please visit the district website. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact: David Bresser - David.bresser@usd469.net

Come out to support the Lansing Class of 2025 at their 2nd Annual Cornhole Tournament! Saturday, March 29th Riverfront Community Center Bags fly at 3:30PM! $60 Per team with cash payouts to the top 3 teams.

Scholarship Opportunities for Women in Leavenworth and Lansing The Women’s Division of the Leavenworth-Lansing Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to offer several scholarship opportunities for women who are pursuing higher education and striving to make a positive impact in their communities. Scholarships Available Traditional Scholarship This scholarship supports: Female high school seniors planning to attend college or a technical school in Summer or Fall 2025. Female students currently enrolled in a college or technical school as a freshman, sophomore, junior, or senior, who entered directly from high school. Applicants must currently reside in Leavenworth or Lansing. Non-Traditional Scholarship This scholarship is designed for: Women currently living in Leavenworth or Lansing who delayed entering college and are now pursuing undergraduate studies. Applicants may be: Returning to complete a previously unfinished undergraduate degree. Earning an additional undergraduate degree. Working full-time and/or managing family responsibilities while attending school. Patton Leadership Scholarship This scholarship helps high school students entering college or technical school in Summer or Fall 2025 who may not have had top academic rankings but have shown resilience and leadership by overcoming challenges such as: Working more than part-time while in high school. Relocating during high school. Providing financial assistance to family members. Each of these scholarships reflects a belief in the transformative power of education and is intended to uplift and empower women in our community. Apply Now To learn more and submit an application, visit: https://www.llchamber.com/womens-division

Wear green on March 25th to support Cerebral Palsy Awareness! #GoGreen4CP Cerebral Palsy is a condition that affects thousands of babies each year. It is not contagious and can range from mild to severe. People with Cerebral Palsy have trouble controlling the muscles of the body, making everyday tasks more of a challenge. Even though they may seem different, they are just like you, so never be afraid to be their friend!

Spring Break at the Frontier Army Museum! All programs are free and open to all ages.

Need a prom dress? Fill out the form below by 3/24! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdd3PQQHFJ874rfdvqkTKzwwck4b8-x4ZZ4vGk_16YxskTSsg/viewform Questions? Contact Ms. Davis @ rebecca.davis@usd469.net or Ms. Molly @ molly.henson@usd469.net

REMINDER! STEAM Museum at Lansing Intermediate School! The Mobile Ed. STEAM Museum has arrived at Lansing Intermediate School (LIS) for an exciting hands-on learning experience! Event Dates: March 11 & 12 – Daytime sessions for 4th and 5th grade students at LIS March 11 | 5:00-7:00 PM – Family Night (Open to all district families) at LIS This interactive, state-of-the-art portable museum will transform the school into an immersive STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) learning environment. Students will explore hands-on stations featuring robotics, 3D printing, simple machines, engineering challenges, and more! The event is made possible by a generous grant from the Lansing Educational Foundation (LEF) for the daytime sessions and support from the LIS PTA for the evening event. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience STEAM education in action! Families are invited to join us on March 11 from 5-7 PM at LIS for an evening of discovery and fun. For more details, visit Mobile Ed Productions.

REMINDER: Lansing High School is hosting a blood drive! Wednesday, March 12 8:00 am - 1:00 pm LHS Wrestling Room Appointments are preferred. Book your appointment today at savealifenow.org/group and enter Group Code: QJ For additional details, contact Maddie Swanson at maddie.swanson@usd469.net

Field of Dreams Spring/Summer Sports Registration Now Open! Darren and Kelli Fayard, the new operators of the Field of Dreams sports complex, are excited to welcome young athletes for the upcoming Spring/Summer season! They are dedicated to providing a fun and safe environment for youth sports and invite families to explore their programs. Registration is now open, and the season begins on April 21st. For more details and to sign up, visit www.dreamitplayit.com.

Lansing High School is hosting a blood drive! Wednesday, March 12 8:00 am - 1:00 pm LHS Wrestling Room Appointments are preferred. Book your appointment today at savealifenow.org/group and enter Group Code: QJ For additional details, contact Maddie Swanson at maddie.swanson@usd469.net

Saddle up and join us for Kindergarten Round-up! 2025-2026 Lansing Elementary School April 10, 2025: 6:00 - 7:00 pm & 7:00 - 8:00 pm April 11, 2025: 9:30 - 10:30 am & 10:30 - 11:30 am Click below to fill out the form to receive more information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfgmrLB13PRen7P78_IhyL_RTymnymgv74-b1Vqnp6bZEQ5Fg/viewform

THIS IS A REMINDER: Lansing USD469 will be on a Late Start Schedule tomorrow. The Late Start schedule does not affect students or children in our Early Childhood building.

The Lansing Board of Education will hold a regular board meeting on Monday, March 10th 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=DDMKTS535F17

Lansing USD 469 will be operating on a 2-hour delay today. Please note the following adjustments: No AM Preschool Daycare will open at 10:00 AM Y-Care will open at 8:00 AM (Please note that breakfast will not be provided for Y-Care students.) Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. Please stay safe, and we appreciate your cooperation.

Say “hello” to two-way messaging and classroom announcements in the Lansing 469 app! With the addition of Rooms, our district app keeps getting better. Parents and Guardians, check your email or text messages for instructions to sign up and access new features now!

Reminder: No Late Start on Thursday, February 27 This is a reminder that tomorrow, Thursday, February 27, will NOT be a late start day. As we have now used all of our allotted snow days for the year, adjustments were made to our schedule to ensure we meet the required instructional hours without adding an extra day to the calendar. Late start Thursdays will now only occur on the following dates for the remainder of the school year: March 6 April 3 May 8 On all other Thursdays, including tomorrow, school will begin at the regular start time. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we make these adjustments to support our students' instructional time!

Read Across America Spirit Week is Coming to Lansing USD469! Join us as we celebrate the joy of reading with Read Across America Spirit Week! Each day, we’ll have a special theme to encourage literacy and creativity. Mash-Up Monday - March 3rd Royal Reading Tuesday - March 4th Reading is All Around You Wednesday - March 5th Cozy Up to a Good Book Thursday - March 6th Reading Gives You a Bright Future! - March 7th

Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Lansing 469 app! The same district app now offers class streams, class announcements, and parent-teacher chat. Parents & Guardians, look for your personalized invitation to begin using this feature in our app this Thursday, February 27! Download for Android: https://aptg.co/gLkgzj Download for iPhone: https://aptg.co/XHFn9k

Mark Your Calendar: Lansing USD 469 Job Fair! • Date: May 6, 2025 • Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM • Location: 200 E. Mary Street Looking for a rewarding career in education? Join us at the Lansing USD 469 Job Fair! We are hiring for multiple positions, including: • Paraprofessionals • Custodians • School Nurses • Bus Drivers & Bus Monitors • Custodial Supervisor • Nutritional Services Staff • Seasonal Grounds / Facilities Workers • Focus Room Aides 🌟 Open the door to your future! 🌟 On-Site Interviews Available – Bring your résumé! For more information, email hr@usd469.net We look forward to meeting you!

REVISED AGENDA - The Lansing Board of Education will hold a special board meeting on Monday, February 24th at 5:30 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=DDSQJV699409