Meet Our New LMS Staff!
We’re excited to introduce Adam Bremer, who joins Lansing Middle School as an 8th grade Science and Literature teacher!
Adam has called Lansing home since 2008 and is already a familiar face in our schools. He spent the past six years substitute teaching throughout the district and also serves as a soccer coach. At Lansing High School, he coaches C-Team boys soccer and serves as an assistant coach for the girls soccer team. He also coaches two teams through Lansing Parks & Recreation.
Adam earned his bachelor’s degree in Food Science from Kansas State University and his master’s degree from Emporia State University.
Outside of school, Adam enjoys building and pyrography (wood-burning art), reading, and spending time with his family. He and his wife have four daughters in Lansing USD469 (a senior, sophomore, 7th grader, and 5th grader) along with quite the collection of animals: a Great Pyrenees, 13 chickens, three budgies, and a bunny! He’s also an avid national park visitor and has been to 34 of the 63 U.S. National Parks.
After years of working with Lansing students as a substitute teacher and on the soccer field, Adam says he is most excited to finally have a classroom of his own.
“I have worked with many of these students in other classrooms or on the soccer field, and now I am ready to work with them in the classroom.”
Welcome to your new role, Adam!
We’re excited to introduce Adam Bremer, who joins Lansing Middle School as an 8th grade Science and Literature teacher!
Adam has called Lansing home since 2008 and is already a familiar face in our schools. He spent the past six years substitute teaching throughout the district and also serves as a soccer coach. At Lansing High School, he coaches C-Team boys soccer and serves as an assistant coach for the girls soccer team. He also coaches two teams through Lansing Parks & Recreation.
Adam earned his bachelor’s degree in Food Science from Kansas State University and his master’s degree from Emporia State University.
Outside of school, Adam enjoys building and pyrography (wood-burning art), reading, and spending time with his family. He and his wife have four daughters in Lansing USD469 (a senior, sophomore, 7th grader, and 5th grader) along with quite the collection of animals: a Great Pyrenees, 13 chickens, three budgies, and a bunny! He’s also an avid national park visitor and has been to 34 of the 63 U.S. National Parks.
After years of working with Lansing students as a substitute teacher and on the soccer field, Adam says he is most excited to finally have a classroom of his own.
“I have worked with many of these students in other classrooms or on the soccer field, and now I am ready to work with them in the classroom.”
Welcome to your new role, Adam!
Meet Our New LMS Teachers!
We’re excited to introduce one of the newest members of the Lansing Middle School team!
Originally from Germany, Natasha Martinez grew up in Bitburg and Trier, Germany’s oldest city, and speaks German as a first language. She attended the University of Maryland and Kansas State University and is joining LMS as a U.S. History teacher.
Outside of school, Ms. Martinez enjoys photography, reading history books, playing Pokémon and video games, Dungeons & Dragons, and traveling, with Japan next on the list! A Lord of the Rings fan, Ms. Martinez also has a couple of especially interesting fun facts: she has been skydiving several times and co-wrote and published a travel guidebook about the main island of Hawaii.
This school year, Ms. Martinez is especially excited to make U.S. History relatable for students through hands-on lessons that get them excited and engaged with the content.
Welcome to Lansing, Ms. Martinez!
We’re excited to introduce one of the newest members of the Lansing Middle School team!
Originally from Germany, Natasha Martinez grew up in Bitburg and Trier, Germany’s oldest city, and speaks German as a first language. She attended the University of Maryland and Kansas State University and is joining LMS as a U.S. History teacher.
Outside of school, Ms. Martinez enjoys photography, reading history books, playing Pokémon and video games, Dungeons & Dragons, and traveling, with Japan next on the list! A Lord of the Rings fan, Ms. Martinez also has a couple of especially interesting fun facts: she has been skydiving several times and co-wrote and published a travel guidebook about the main island of Hawaii.
This school year, Ms. Martinez is especially excited to make U.S. History relatable for students through hands-on lessons that get them excited and engaged with the content.
Welcome to Lansing, Ms. Martinez!
The Lansing Middle School Book Fair is open September 30 - October 8 in the LMS Library!
Students can shop before school or during 9th hour, and families are invited to a special shopping night during conferences on Wednesday, October 7. The Book Fair will remain open until 8:00 PM that evening!
Families can make shopping easy by setting up a Scholastic eWallet for their student or shop the Book Fair online. Online purchases also benefit the LMS Library, and orders of $35 or more qualify for free shipping.
Set up an eWallet or shop online: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lansingmiddleschool
Every purchase helps put more books into the hands of LMS students. Thank you for supporting our readers and the LMS Library!
Students can shop before school or during 9th hour, and families are invited to a special shopping night during conferences on Wednesday, October 7. The Book Fair will remain open until 8:00 PM that evening!
Families can make shopping easy by setting up a Scholastic eWallet for their student or shop the Book Fair online. Online purchases also benefit the LMS Library, and orders of $35 or more qualify for free shipping.
Set up an eWallet or shop online: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lansingmiddleschool
Every purchase helps put more books into the hands of LMS students. Thank you for supporting our readers and the LMS Library!
Scientific notation is taking Lansing Middle School students around the world!
Eighth-grade math students in Miranda Cote’s class recently worked on a “Travel with Scientific Notation” project, choosing a country to research and comparing its data to the United States using scientific notation.
Students applied their math skills to real-world data by multiplying and dividing numbers to compare population sizes and examine how populations have changed over time.
To wrap up the project, students turned their research into travel brochures or posters, created either by hand or digitally using Canva.
Great work by Mrs. Cote and our 8th graders applying classroom learning in a creative way!
Eighth-grade math students in Miranda Cote’s class recently worked on a “Travel with Scientific Notation” project, choosing a country to research and comparing its data to the United States using scientific notation.
Students applied their math skills to real-world data by multiplying and dividing numbers to compare population sizes and examine how populations have changed over time.
To wrap up the project, students turned their research into travel brochures or posters, created either by hand or digitally using Canva.
Great work by Mrs. Cote and our 8th graders applying classroom learning in a creative way!
Mayor’s Christmas Tree Program Applications Now Available
The 2026 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Program is now accepting applications for Lansing families who may benefit from assistance this holiday season.
Applications are available at Lansing City Hall, 800 1st Terrace, or can be downloaded using the link below. Applicants must be Lansing residents and meet the program’s income eligibility requirements.
Completed applications and all required proof of income must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by noon on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Please review the application carefully for eligibility requirements and required documentation.
Download the 2026 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Program Application: https://aptg.co/5-4GK6
Questions may be directed to the City of Lansing at 913-727-3036.
The 2026 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Program is now accepting applications for Lansing families who may benefit from assistance this holiday season.
Applications are available at Lansing City Hall, 800 1st Terrace, or can be downloaded using the link below. Applicants must be Lansing residents and meet the program’s income eligibility requirements.
Completed applications and all required proof of income must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by noon on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Please review the application carefully for eligibility requirements and required documentation.
Download the 2026 Mayor’s Christmas Tree Program Application: https://aptg.co/5-4GK6
Questions may be directed to the City of Lansing at 913-727-3036.
The Leavenworth Soccer Association is hosting its 3v3 Inferno Cup on Saturday, October 31, at the LSA Game Complex in Leavenworth!
The tournament is open to players 3rd grade through adult, with divisions created based on age, gender, skill level, and registrations received.
Tournament Details:
- Saturday, October 31 - morning and early afternoon
- LSA Game Complex, 3300 S. 14th St., Leavenworth
- $125 per team
- 3 - 7 players per team
- Three games guaranteed, with finals to determine division winners
Visit the Leavenworth Soccer Association website for additional information, registration, and the required player liability waiver.
https://leavenworthsoccer.org/tournament/
Learning in Action at Lansing Middle School!
Director of Teaching & Learning Miles Azzeh stopped by Lansing Middle School and saw some great learning happening across 6th and 7th grade classrooms!
Ms. Nelson’s 6th graders were working with fractions and finding the least common denominator.
Mr. Parsons’ 6th graders put their knowledge of Latin roots and affixes to work through a creative word-building activity.
Ms. Reed’s 6th grade literature students were busy reading—and eager to share how many books they’ve already finished this school year! After finishing a book, students add their own critique to a classroom board, complete with a picture and star rating.
Ms. Jacobs’ 8th graders were reviewing a recent assessment over Kurt Vonnegut’s Harrison Bergeron. The student consensus: they liked it, but it was definitely weird.
Vonnegut would be proud.
Great work, Lansing Middle School!
The Lansing Middle School 7th and 8th grade football games for today will hopefully still take place. Right now, the temperature reading is too high to play; however, the temperature is forecasted to drop quite a bit this afternoon. We expect that the index we use for heat to drop to a level where we can play at around 4:30 or so. We will be taking readings and will start when we are able.
Lansing Middle School Picture Day is Coming! Mark your calendars for this Friday, September 4th!
Students will have their school pictures taken at school, and Scholastic Photography will send photo proofs and ordering information directly to parents/guardians using the email addresses listed in Skyward.
All photo orders will be placed directly through Scholastic Photography.
If you have questions about proofs, ordering, or school pictures, please contact:
Montana Cotes, Scholastic Photography
913-364-9126
Montana.coates@schphoto.com
Please watch the email address associated with your Skyward account for information from Scholastic Photography following picture day.
Students will have their school pictures taken at school, and Scholastic Photography will send photo proofs and ordering information directly to parents/guardians using the email addresses listed in Skyward.
All photo orders will be placed directly through Scholastic Photography.
If you have questions about proofs, ordering, or school pictures, please contact:
Montana Cotes, Scholastic Photography
913-364-9126
Montana.coates@schphoto.com
Please watch the email address associated with your Skyward account for information from Scholastic Photography following picture day.
A big thank you to our friends at State Farm Insurance for donating candy bags and gingerbread house kits to Lansing Middle School! Shoutout to Tiffany Andrews and her crew for making students’ days a little sweeter.
A quick reminder that there is no school Monday, November 24 through Friday, November 28 for Thanksgiving Break.
Students will return to class on Monday, December 1.
Lansing USD469 hopes all our families enjoy a safe, restful, and meaningful holiday break!
Students will return to class on Monday, December 1.
Lansing USD469 hopes all our families enjoy a safe, restful, and meaningful holiday break!
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.
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).
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.
On Monday, May 5th, Lansing Middle School hosted its 2nd Annual 8th Grade Math Fair! Families, staff, and community members explored a showcase of interactive student projects that connected math to real-world careers. Organized by educators Penny Wagner and Miranda Cote, 8th-grade students interviewed professionals from various industries—including construction, healthcare, culinary arts, and more—and presented their findings through essays and tri-fold displays.
Guests were also entered into a raffle to win two Sporting KC tickets, generously donated by Kurt Austin, Senior Director of Communications for Sporting KC and one of our featured volunteers.
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our students’ exploration of how math powers the world around us!
Reminder: No Late Start on Wednesday, May 1st & No School for Students on Friday, May 2nd
We want to remind families of this week’s schedule adjustments:
Wednesday, May 1st – Regular start time (No late start)
Friday, May 2nd– No school for students due to our districtwide Professional Development Day.
Thanks so much for helping us keep the week running smoothly—we appreciate you!
Planning for the 2025–2026 School Year
If your student will not be returning for the 2025–2026 school year, please take a moment to complete the Non-Returning Student Form.
Click here for form: https://businessofficeadmin.plumsail.io/f7d39418-3089-49eb-ba87-f718fdebd829
Your response helps us greatly with scheduling and planning—thank you!
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.
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.
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.
