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REMINDER: Free Summer Lunches Available at Lansing Community Library!

Families can pick up free lunches for children ages 18 and under every Wednesday this summer at the Lansing Community Library.

Wednesdays
2:00–3:00 p.m.
Lansing Community Library

Each child will receive a bag containing five lunches, and milk is included.

For additional information, please contact the Lansing Community Library at 913-727-2929.

Thank you to our community partners for helping ensure children have access to nutritious meals throughout the summer!

Paul Skenes is famous for sticking to a rigid routine between his start days. Before his start on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers at PNC Park, he did something a little bit different.

On the Pirates’ off day on Monday, Skenes spent more than two hours hanging out with local baseball players at Ingomar Franklin Park Little League.

Radio show “Mikey and Big Bob” on 96.1 KISS FM, which posted pictures and video, said Skenes was driving down Perry Highway in Wexford, saw the lights and just decided to pull in. Then the Pirates’ ace stuck around for two hours, signing autographs and playing catch with the kids.

See more at the link in the comments. ⬇️

In his final superintendent report to the USD 453 Board of Education, Dr. Kellen Adams presented five core challenges to the board members as they prepare for a transition in leadership:

Keep Students at the Center: Always prioritize what is best for kids
He cautioned that the most important decisions are rarely the easiest and urged the board not to let "adult priorities" cloud their judgment regarding student needs

Govern, Don’t Manage: Focus on high-level vision, policy, and outcomes rather than day-to-day operations
He emphasized that the board is at its best when it trusts the administrative team to manage the district's daily tasks while holding them accountable for the results

Protect the Board Team: Maintain a unified front -
While he acknowledged that "healthy disagreement" is a sign of leadership, he warned that public division weakens community confidence. He challenged the board to find ways to move forward together once a decision has been reached.

Invest in the Board-Superintendent Relationship: View the relationship as a "team of eight" - He encouraged the board to grant the interim and future superintendents full trust through transparency and communication, noting that potential candidates are watching the board's current behavior to decide if they want to join the district

Promote a Positive Narrative: Protect and build upon the unique strengths of USD 453. He stated that the district's "best narrative currently evades it" and challenged the board to highlight the good happening in schools rather than focusing on narratives that "drill holes in the ship".

Dr. Adams concluded by charging the board and the community to be courageous and unified, with the goal of leaving the district stronger than they found it.

Thank you Sir, you are a true professional - All the best to you and yours as you assume duties at Piper.

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Why do courts matter? Just look to our own state's history... especially when it comes to education.

Our levels of school funding would be much lower now if the Supreme Court hadn't been forcing the legislature to spend money on schools. Though they don't usually say it out loud, people like Ty Masterson want the constitutional amendment on electing Supreme Court justices so they can change that. Vote No on August 4th to protect public education.

Congratulations - So well deserved!!!

Maria Kuilan Recognized as Lansing USD 469 Staff Member of the Month The Lansing USD 469 Board of Education recognized Maria Kuilan, bus monitor in the Transportation D...

"This is just the seventh team state championship that Lansing has earned ... they achieved the improbable... ". Coach Bresser. With a team average GPA of 3.8, this team was also recognized as the highest in the state... Thank you for your grit and persistence (as well as to your families for support). Well done - you make us proud. It's a GREAT day to be a Lion!

State Champion Girls Swim Team Recognized at June 8 Board of Education Meeting The Lansing USD 469 Board of Education recognized members of the Lansing High School Girls Swim Tea...

Phenomenal program - a great way to learn how our city works!

Ever wonder what really goes on behind the scenes to keep our city running? Curious about what it costs to pave streets, replace aging sewer lines, or keep our police officers and firefighters ready to respond when you need them?

If so, Citizens' Academy is for you!

And trust us—it's a lot more exciting than that high school civics class you barely remember.

You'll get exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of the Fire Station, Streets Department, and Wastewater Treatment Facility. You'll hear directly from city leaders, including the Director of Finance, who will unravel the mystery of the city budget, and the Fire Chief, who will explain exactly what goes into purchasing and operating a modern fire truck.

Best of all, Citizens' Academy gives you the knowledge and confidence to get involved in your community. Graduates are eligible to serve on boards and commissions, such as the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Planning Commission, helping shape the future of our city.

Ready to see your city from a whole new perspective? Apply online using the link in the comments, or pick up a paper application from the rack in the entryway at City Hall.