Intermediate School

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!

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.

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).

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.

Mark your calendar!

PTA meetings are your chance to stay in the loop, get involved, and contribute to the success of our schools.

Whether you’re a longtime member or new to our community, we welcome you to join us!

This afternoon, the Lansing Fire Department responded to Lansing Intermediate School due to a faulty smoke detector. Out of an abundance of caution, students and staff were evacuated from the building until the fire department gave the all clear.

At no time were students in danger, and normal activities have now resumed.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Now Hiring: 8th Grade Science Teacher Lansing USD 469 is seeking a passionate and dynamic 8th Grade Science Teacher with an Earth Science emphasis to join our dedicated team for the 2025–2026 school year. Why Lansing? $3,000 Signing Bonus Multiple Modes of Collaboration are embedded in this position to ensure strong team support. Comprehensive Mentoring Program for all new hires—because your growth matters to us. Small-Town Feel with Big Opportunities, just minutes from the Kansas City Metro area. Join a district that values innovation, relationships, and the success of every student—and educator. Apply now and become part of our Lansing USD469 family: https://www.usd469.net/page/employment

Help Us Celebrate Excellence in Lansing USD469 : Nominate a Student or Staff Member of the Month! At each regularly scheduled Board of Education meeting, we proudly recognize one exceptional student and one outstanding staff member who have gone above and beyond. Do you know someone who deserves the spotlight for their hard work, kindness, or extraordinary contributions? Nominate them today using the link below! Your nominations make a difference in showcasing the amazing individuals who make our district shine. Staff/Student Recognition Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgIcO19VdkO38GsLPNVUUgr1sNOeqaSmU6ZF1bgbIY0EZuaA/viewform Strategic Plan Connection: Positive Culture - Develop incentives to assist in recruitment/retention of all staff. Let’s show our appreciation and celebrate those who inspire us every day!

Summer 2025 Opportunities for Lansing Students Lansing High School is excited to offer a lineup of athletic opportunities for students in grades K -12 this summer! Whether your student is looking to stay active, build strength, or sharpen skills for the upcoming season, our 2025 Summer Sports Camp and Strength, Speed, and Conditioning Program are designed to meet their goals in a supportive and structured environment. Strength, Speed, and Conditioning Program (Grades 2-12) This program focuses on improving athletic performance through strength training, speed development, and overall conditioning. It is ideal for student-athletes preparing for fall sports and anyone looking to enhance their fitness levels over the summer. Summer Sports Camps Sport-specific camps are available for a variety of athletics, including football, volleyball, basketball, and more. These camps are led by our experienced LHS coaching staff and offer fun, skill-based instruction tailored to each age group. Program Dates, Registration Details & More To view the full list of offerings, schedules, age group information, and registration links, visit our Summer 2025 Opportunities page: usd469.net/o/usdhs/page/summer-2025-summer-opportunities-for-lansing-students Help your student stay active, motivated, and connected this summer—sign up today!

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.

You’re Invited to the 2nd Annual 8th Grade Math Fair at Lansing Middle School! Monday, May 5 | 8:15 - 3:00 PM and 4:00–6:00 PM | Lansing Middle School Please RSVP at the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScL9xee5bXcOEhvagSfc-tsnErMr4K_6MPl2QhuMl6Kr52n0g/viewform Lansing Middle School is thrilled to welcome families, community members, and guests to the 2nd Annual 8th Grade Math Fair, an event that showcases how students are connecting math to real-world careers through interactive displays and personal research. Organized by educators Penny Wagner and Miranda Cote, 8th-grade students interviewed community members about how they use math in their professions. The students then transformed their learning into essays and tri-fold displays that spotlight the importance of math in the workplace. Explore dozens of careers through student-created projects, spanning fields such as construction, healthcare, finance, culinary arts, education, and more! Special Giveaway! Attendees will have the chance to win TWO Sporting KC tickets, generously donated by Kurt Austin, Senior Director of Communications for Sporting KC and one of our dedicated career volunteers. Just by attending, you're entered into the raffle! Why You Should Attend: Celebrate our students’ hard work and creativity Get inspired by the many ways math applies to everyday life and careers Support community learning and real-world readiness Enter to win Sporting KC tickets! Thank you for being part of our community’s commitment to hands-on, meaningful education. We can’t wait to see you there!

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!

The Lansing Board of Education will hold a board work session on Tuesday, April 29th at 5:30 pm. Location: Lansing District Office - 200 East Mary Street, Lansing, KS 66043. Agenda: https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/usd469/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=DFXJVQ4F0826

District-Wide Spirit Week for Teacher Appreciation! The LHS KAY Club is hosting a district-wide (Pre) Teacher Appreciation Spirit Week this week in honor of the upcomingTeacher Appreciation Week! Since the high school won’t be able to celebrate next week due to Senior Week activities, they are asking our staff and students to join in showing our appreciation for our amazing educators. - Tuesday, April 29 - LHS Staff are "Oz-some": Wear green vs. pink (for Wicked) - Wednesday, April 30 - Our Teachers Color Our World: Wear your favorite color - Thursday, May 1 - "Throwback": Wear 80s themed clothes

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!

Support the 2025 Lansing Angel Tree Fundraiser! Thanks to your incredible generosity, we were able to serve 33 local families this past holiday season with heartfelt gifts and meal support. Let’s keep the spirit going! We’re kicking off our Spring Fundraiser with t-shirt sales to help fund the Winter 2025 Lansing District Angel Tree — and we need your help. How You Can Help: Shop & Support – All profits from sales of t-shirts (see order form link below) will go directly to the Angel Tree initiative. Contribute Early – Additional monetary donations and traditional Angel Tree gift tags will be available starting November 3, 2025. Order Details: Order forms can be turned into the main offices at Lansing Elementary, Intermediate, or Middle School. Deadline to order: Friday, May 2, 2025 Payment methods: Cash or Check only Make checks payable to: Lansing Middle School Let’s continue making the holidays brighter for Lansing families in need. Your support makes a difference! Click below for order form: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4483/LUSD/5572941/Angel_Tree_Fundraiser_Spring_25_-_Google_Docs.pdf

You're Invited! Learn to Win The Money Game with Eric Smith April is Financial Literacy Month, and we’re celebrating with a special event you won’t want to miss! Join Eric Smith, a nationally recognized financial coach, for a fun and engaging evening where we’ll learn how to manage and grow our finances through The Money Game – an interactive experience for all ages! Date: Tuesday, April 15, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Lansing High School – Learning Stairs 1412 147th St., Lansing, KS 66048 Dinner is FREE! Games, prizes, and family-friendly fun! Whether you're a budgeting beginner or a seasoned saver, everyone plays the money game in life—why not learn how to win? This is a family-friendly event open to the entire community. Bring the whole family and take home valuable tools to build a strong financial future together! Registration is required: https://kusurvey.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_4YHGQ9tj8paDNmS (Please complete the registration and intake form to attend.) Help us spread the word! Share this event with friends, neighbors, and your social networks. Let's make financial literacy a community priority!

Lansing USD469 Is Now Hiring: Custodial, Maintenance, and Grounds Staff! Lansing USD 469 is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team! We are currently accepting applications for custodial, maintenance, and grounds positions across the district. These essential roles help ensure our schools and facilities remain clean, safe, and welcoming environments for students, staff, and the community. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity to support public education and make a difference in our schools, we want to hear from you! To learn more and apply, visit our employment page: https://www.usd469.net/page/employment

Join Us for a Day of Community, Creativity, and Wellness! Lansing USD469 invites you to a Health & Wellness Fair on Friday, April 5th, at Lansing High School! This event is free and open to the public. Time & Location: Held in the Lansing High School Gymnasium, the fair will feature a variety of wellness resources, health screenings, and information booths to support a healthier community. The Health & Wellness Fair is part of a full morning of fun at LHS, happening alongside: - Our District Art Showcase – come celebrate the creativity of our students! - The Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast – enjoy a delicious breakfast while supporting a great cause! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and enjoy everything our district and community have to offer. See you there!