We're excited to continue the conversation with Round 2 of our Capital Bond Project Community Meetings! This time at Lincoln Elementary on June 25!
Join us at 6:00 p.m. for hamburgers and refreshments, followed by a building tour, presentation, and community discussion beginning at 6:30 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the proposed improvements for Lincoln Elementary, ask questions, share your thoughts, and help shape the future of our schools.
We hope you'll join us and be part of the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join us at 6:00 p.m. for hamburgers and refreshments, followed by a building tour, presentation, and community discussion beginning at 6:30 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the proposed improvements for Lincoln Elementary, ask questions, share your thoughts, and help shape the future of our schools.
We hope you'll join us and be part of the conversation. We look forward to seeing you there!
We know basketball isn't for everyone...but you may never know if it is for you unless you give it a try.
That's why we want to invite all incoming freshmen through seniors to join us for our Lady Jackets High School Basketball Camp on June 15-16 from 8:00-10:30 a.m. at Bateman Gym.
This camp is completely FREE and open to any girl who wants to spend a couple of mornings learning the game, competing, building confidence, and having fun. Whether you've been playing basketball your entire life or have never picked up a basketball before, there is a place for you.
We also want to make something very clear: attending camp is NOT a commitment to being part of the Lady Jackets Basketball Program. There are no expectations beyond simply showing up and giving it a try. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for girls to get a basketball in their hands, learn some skills, enjoy friendly competition, and experience the game in a positive and encouraging environment.
Throughout camp, we'll work on the fundamentals of basketball while playing games, competing in challenges, and having fun together.
All you need to bring is a pair of athletic shoes, shorts, a t-shirt, and your hair pulled back in a ponytail. We'll take care of the rest.
If you're looking for something fun to do on Monday and Tuesday, come spend a couple of mornings with us in the gym. We'd love to see you there!
That's why we want to invite all incoming freshmen through seniors to join us for our Lady Jackets High School Basketball Camp on June 15-16 from 8:00-10:30 a.m. at Bateman Gym.
This camp is completely FREE and open to any girl who wants to spend a couple of mornings learning the game, competing, building confidence, and having fun. Whether you've been playing basketball your entire life or have never picked up a basketball before, there is a place for you.
We also want to make something very clear: attending camp is NOT a commitment to being part of the Lady Jackets Basketball Program. There are no expectations beyond simply showing up and giving it a try. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for girls to get a basketball in their hands, learn some skills, enjoy friendly competition, and experience the game in a positive and encouraging environment.
Throughout camp, we'll work on the fundamentals of basketball while playing games, competing in challenges, and having fun together.
All you need to bring is a pair of athletic shoes, shorts, a t-shirt, and your hair pulled back in a ponytail. We'll take care of the rest.
If you're looking for something fun to do on Monday and Tuesday, come spend a couple of mornings with us in the gym. We'd love to see you there!
We are currently looking to add to our High School Assistant football coaching staff. We are seeking individuals with a strong football background who are passionate about mentoring student-athletes, making a positive impact on young people, and becoming involved in our school community.
Interested candidates should send a brief biography or résumé to Brian Houghton at bhoughton@fredoniaks.com. This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of our program while making a difference in the lives of students.
Please contact Brian via email no later than 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 11.
Interested candidates should send a brief biography or résumé to Brian Houghton at bhoughton@fredoniaks.com. This is a great opportunity to help shape the future of our program while making a difference in the lives of students.
Please contact Brian via email no later than 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 11.
Fredonia USD 484 is proud to announce the hiring of Lucus Lanning as the next Head High School Football Coach for the Yellowjackets.
Coach Lanning is a native of Cherryvale, Kansas, and brings a strong background in both education and athletics to Fredonia. Following high school, he attended Independence Community College, where he played football for two years before continuing his playing career at McPherson College. While at McPherson, Lanning completed his collegiate football career and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation.
Since graduating, Coach Lanning has dedicated his professional career to mentoring young people and developing successful student-athletes both on and off the field. His coaching journey began at Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas, where he served as Quarterbacks Coach and Defensive Coordinator during the 2018-2019 school year. He then spent two years at Atchison High School coaching quarterbacks and defensive backs while continuing to build a reputation as a passionate teacher and coach.
In 2022, Lanning advanced to the collegiate level as a Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach at Highland Community College. He continued to gain valuable experience at Bishop LeBlond Catholic High School in 2023, helping guide the program to a State Runner-Up finish. In 2024, he served as Quarterbacks Coach and Defensive Coordinator at St. Joseph Truman Middle School before returning to his alma mater, Cherryvale High School, in 2025 as Defensive Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator.
In addition to his coaching experience, Coach Lanning has taught Physical Education at both the elementary and high school levels. His experiences as an educator and coach have reinforced his belief in the transformative power of education and athletics. He is committed to creating an environment where excellence in the classroom is valued just as highly as excellence on the field, helping students develop the skills and work ethic necessary for success in all aspects of life.
Coach Lanning and his wife, Whitney, are the proud parents of two daughters and are excited to become members of the Fredonia community. As they begin this new chapter, the Lanning family looks forward to building lasting relationships with students, families, and fans while embracing the traditions and strong sense of community that make Fredonia such a special place.
Please join us in welcoming Coach Lucus Lanning and his family to Fredonia USD 484 and Yellowjacket Nation. We are excited for the future of Fredonia Football and look forward to the positive impact Coach Lanning will have on our students, athletes, and community.
Welcome to Fredonia, Coach Lanning!
Coach Lanning is a native of Cherryvale, Kansas, and brings a strong background in both education and athletics to Fredonia. Following high school, he attended Independence Community College, where he played football for two years before continuing his playing career at McPherson College. While at McPherson, Lanning completed his collegiate football career and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Recreation.
Since graduating, Coach Lanning has dedicated his professional career to mentoring young people and developing successful student-athletes both on and off the field. His coaching journey began at Washington High School in Kansas City, Kansas, where he served as Quarterbacks Coach and Defensive Coordinator during the 2018-2019 school year. He then spent two years at Atchison High School coaching quarterbacks and defensive backs while continuing to build a reputation as a passionate teacher and coach.
In 2022, Lanning advanced to the collegiate level as a Special Teams Coordinator and Defensive Backs Coach at Highland Community College. He continued to gain valuable experience at Bishop LeBlond Catholic High School in 2023, helping guide the program to a State Runner-Up finish. In 2024, he served as Quarterbacks Coach and Defensive Coordinator at St. Joseph Truman Middle School before returning to his alma mater, Cherryvale High School, in 2025 as Defensive Backs Coach and Special Teams Coordinator.
In addition to his coaching experience, Coach Lanning has taught Physical Education at both the elementary and high school levels. His experiences as an educator and coach have reinforced his belief in the transformative power of education and athletics. He is committed to creating an environment where excellence in the classroom is valued just as highly as excellence on the field, helping students develop the skills and work ethic necessary for success in all aspects of life.
Coach Lanning and his wife, Whitney, are the proud parents of two daughters and are excited to become members of the Fredonia community. As they begin this new chapter, the Lanning family looks forward to building lasting relationships with students, families, and fans while embracing the traditions and strong sense of community that make Fredonia such a special place.
Please join us in welcoming Coach Lucus Lanning and his family to Fredonia USD 484 and Yellowjacket Nation. We are excited for the future of Fredonia Football and look forward to the positive impact Coach Lanning will have on our students, athletes, and community.
Welcome to Fredonia, Coach Lanning!
What a week it has been for Fredonia Summer Athletic Development!
This week, we reached an incredible milestone with 75 athletes participating each day. The commitment and energy our students have brought to the weight room and training sessions have been outstanding.
Success doesn’t happen overnight. It is built one workout, one rep, and one day at a time.
As we head into the final day of the week tomorrow, let’s finish the same way we started!! Showing up and working hard to improve.
Keep stacking days, Yellowjackets. The results will come from the work you’re putting in right now.
Just a reminder that our Community Meeting on the Capital Bond Project is tonight, June 2, at the FJSHS Theater!
Join us beginning at 6:00 p.m. for hamburgers and refreshments, followed by the Capital Bond Project presentation and community discussion at 6:30 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the proposed investments in USD 484, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our schools and community.
We look forward to sharing the vision for what's ahead and hope you'll join us for an informative and engaging evening. See you there!
Join us beginning at 6:00 p.m. for hamburgers and refreshments, followed by the Capital Bond Project presentation and community discussion at 6:30 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to learn more about the proposed investments in USD 484, ask questions, and be part of the conversation about the future of our schools and community.
We look forward to sharing the vision for what's ahead and hope you'll join us for an informative and engaging evening. See you there!
What a great way to kick off the summer!
Fredonia Summer Athletic Development is officially underway, and our Yellowjackets came ready to work. We had 11 athletes attend the 6:30 a.m. session and an outstanding 31 athletes at our 8:00 a.m. session.
Due to the strong turnout, we will be extending the 8:00 a.m. session to 9:30 a.m. to allow enough time to complete the workout and give our athletes the attention they deserve.
Thank you to everyone who showed up ready to improve. The work has begun, and this is just the start. Keep stacking days, Jackets!
Fredonia Summer Athletic Development is officially underway, and our Yellowjackets came ready to work. We had 11 athletes attend the 6:30 a.m. session and an outstanding 31 athletes at our 8:00 a.m. session.
Due to the strong turnout, we will be extending the 8:00 a.m. session to 9:30 a.m. to allow enough time to complete the workout and give our athletes the attention they deserve.
Thank you to everyone who showed up ready to improve. The work has begun, and this is just the start. Keep stacking days, Jackets!
Congratulations to our May #USD484FamilyMoments winner, Heidi Fortner and family!
We want to thank all of our USD 484 families who participated in our Family Moments Initiative. Through the photos shared using #USD484FamilyMoments, we were able to see what family means to you and the many ways families spend time together.
One thing we learned throughout the year is that family is at the heart of our district.
Thank you for being part of this initiative and for sharing your moments with us. We hope you have a great summer filled with more family time, new memories, and plenty of moments worth celebrating.
Have a wonderful summer, USD 484!
We want to thank all of our USD 484 families who participated in our Family Moments Initiative. Through the photos shared using #USD484FamilyMoments, we were able to see what family means to you and the many ways families spend time together.
One thing we learned throughout the year is that family is at the heart of our district.
Thank you for being part of this initiative and for sharing your moments with us. We hope you have a great summer filled with more family time, new memories, and plenty of moments worth celebrating.
Have a wonderful summer, USD 484!
We invite all community members to join us on Tuesday, June 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the FJSHS Theater for an exciting and informative evening focused on the Capital Bond Project!
Enjoy hamburgers and refreshments while learning more about this important investment in the future of our schools and community. We’ll share project details, discuss opportunities ahead, and answer any questions you may have.
This is a great opportunity to get informed, get involved, and be part of the conversation as we look toward the future of USD 484. We hope to see you there!
Enjoy hamburgers and refreshments while learning more about this important investment in the future of our schools and community. We’ll share project details, discuss opportunities ahead, and answer any questions you may have.
This is a great opportunity to get informed, get involved, and be part of the conversation as we look toward the future of USD 484. We hope to see you there!
Good luck to Fredonia’s own Payson Ecton as he represents the Yellowjackets at the 3A State Track & Field Championships in pole vault today, Saturday, May 30, at Cessna Stadium in Wichita!
Payson has worked hard to earn his spot among the state's best, and our entire Fredonia community is proud of this accomplishment. We’re cheering you on and wishing you the very best as you take flight at State. Go Jackets!
Payson has worked hard to earn his spot among the state's best, and our entire Fredonia community is proud of this accomplishment. We’re cheering you on and wishing you the very best as you take flight at State. Go Jackets!
Who’s ready to be a Game Changer this summer?
FJSHS Summer Athletic Development starts Monday, June 1st, and we can’t wait to get going!
We have three different sessions to help fit your schedule, and our coaches will be in the weight room all summer to help you along the way.
Bring a friend, have some fun, and spend your summer getting stronger, faster, and healthier. Whether you're getting ready for a sport or just want to improve yourself, this is a great opportunity to put in some work and see results.
Every day is a chance to get a little better than you were yesterday.
Show up! Work hard! Make a change! Be a Game Changer!
FJSHS Summer Athletic Development starts Monday, June 1st, and we can’t wait to get going!
We have three different sessions to help fit your schedule, and our coaches will be in the weight room all summer to help you along the way.
Bring a friend, have some fun, and spend your summer getting stronger, faster, and healthier. Whether you're getting ready for a sport or just want to improve yourself, this is a great opportunity to put in some work and see results.
Every day is a chance to get a little better than you were yesterday.
Show up! Work hard! Make a change! Be a Game Changer!
Congratulations to Jacket Baseball player Brayden O’Leary and Lady Jacket Softball players Kennedy DiVietro and Piper Shinkle on being named Honorable Mention selections for the 2026 Tri-Valley League season! Great job, Jackets!
Weekly Calendar 2026
May 25 - 31
May 25 - 31
Regional Track & Field action begins this afternoon at the Fredonia Track as teams compete for a chance to advance to state. Field events will get underway at 12:00pm, followed by running preliminaries at 2:00pm.
Best of luck to our Yellowjacket tracksters as they look to leap, launch, and race their way toward a trip to State!
Best of luck to our Yellowjacket tracksters as they look to leap, launch, and race their way toward a trip to State!
Congratulations to Junior Anthony Beard from Mrs. Staker's Vocational Math Class for receiving his Decarbonization Certification. @NC3-NationalCoalitionofCertificationCenters @Trane
Congratulations to Lady Jacket softball pitcher Kennedy DiVietro on reaching an incredible milestone with her 100th career strikeout! Your hard work in the circle continue to make a huge impact on our program. We are proud of you and excited to celebrate this achievement!
UPDATE: Due to the upcoming weather forecast, the 3A Regional Track & Field Meet at Fredonia Track has been moved to Friday, May 22.
Field events will begin at 12:00pm, with running events starting at 2:00pm. We appreciate everyone’s flexibility and look forward to a great day of regional competition in Fredonia on Friday.
Field events will begin at 12:00pm, with running events starting at 2:00pm. We appreciate everyone’s flexibility and look forward to a great day of regional competition in Fredonia on Friday.
Junior High families, we invite you to join us tomorrow morning, May 20, as we celebrate our 7th and 8th grade students during the Junior High Awards Ceremony from 8:00–8:30am in the FJSHS Theater! Parents and family members are welcome as we recognize the hard work and accomplishments of our students throughout the school year.
Please note: Following the Junior High ceremony, the High School Renaissance Awards will take place for recipients who were selected for special recognition. Invitations and event details have already been shared with those students and families.
Please note: Following the Junior High ceremony, the High School Renaissance Awards will take place for recipients who were selected for special recognition. Invitations and event details have already been shared with those students and families.
Lady Jacket Softball is headed to Haven this afternoon for the first round of Regional play!
The Lady Jackets will take on the Wildcats at 5:30 pm at Haven High School, located at 400 E. 5th Street, Haven, KS.
Admission: Students (K-12): $6, Adults: $8
Fans also have the option to purchase digital tickets prior to arrival through GoFan: https://gofan.co/app/school/KSHSAA
Please note there will be three ticket booths/entry points available for fans entering the facility.
Best of luck to the Lady Jackets as they begin postseason play!
The Lady Jackets will take on the Wildcats at 5:30 pm at Haven High School, located at 400 E. 5th Street, Haven, KS.
Admission: Students (K-12): $6, Adults: $8
Fans also have the option to purchase digital tickets prior to arrival through GoFan: https://gofan.co/app/school/KSHSAA
Please note there will be three ticket booths/entry points available for fans entering the facility.
Best of luck to the Lady Jackets as they begin postseason play!
Members of Lincoln Elementary PB&J Club and the Fredonia Junior High Circle of Friends recently celebrated the end of the school year with a fun trip to the zoo and park in Independence.
Students enjoyed a picnic lunch, visited the zoo, explored the playgrounds, rode the train, and spent the day building friendships and making memories together. The trip was filled with laughter, teamwork, kindness, and inclusion as students celebrated a successful year together.
Students enjoyed a picnic lunch, visited the zoo, explored the playgrounds, rode the train, and spent the day building friendships and making memories together. The trip was filled with laughter, teamwork, kindness, and inclusion as students celebrated a successful year together.
