Champions For Lansing Education

09/10/2026

(not)SHOCKING: USD469 PREVENTS outside organization from distributing materials to students.
There is a post being shared around local pages about those pocket Constitutions being banned by USD469. Those booklets are wolves in sheep’s clothing. The 917 Society is an extremist organization. The most fundamental concern is their belief that religion belongs in public school- one religion. The link below comes from the website printed all over those booklets.
Do not be deceived: The problem isn’t the Constitution; the problem is the organization sponsoring the booklet.

"Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty."— 2 Corinthians 3:17On September 17, 1787, thirty-nine men signed a document that would change the course of human history. They didn't just create a government — they established a framework for self-governance ...

09/09/2026

✅ Ban personal and political viewpoints in the classroom while sitting on the BOE.
✅ Campaign on school grounds with your Treasurer and distribute Constitution booklets featuring a Christian nationalist organization’s website.
✅ Tag Moms for Liberty who endorsed you.

Rules for thee, but not for me.

09/08/2026

"Kansas schools deserve leadership rooted in schools and communities- not outside agendas." State Board of Education is not a consolation prize for losing reelection to your local board.

Kansas District 1 Kids Need Leadership Rooted in Our Communities - Not Amy Cawvey’s Outside Agendas

When choosing representation for the Kansas State Board of Education, the focus should remain squarely on what happens inside our local classrooms.

Amy Cawvey’s campaign relies on national political panels, out-of-state PAC endorsements like the 1776 Project, and imported culture-war talking points. But political theater and outside agendas don't teach a child to read, solve a special education funding deficit, or keep qualified teachers in our schools. Headlines and soundbites don't deliver results for Kansas families.

Our students and schools deserve practical, student-centered leadership:

Listen directly to local parents, teachers, and community members across District 1 - rather than taking cues from national political groups.

Understand the real problems facing our classrooms instead of manufacturing division.

Work collaboratively with local school boards, superintendents, and educators to build real consensus.

Measure results based on actual student academic growth, literacy benchmarks, and classroom outcomes.

Real education leadership isn't about fighting outside battles - it's about focusing on literacy, math, special education funding, teacher support, and safe schools.

It’s time to move past Amy Cawvey's agenda-driven politics and choose leadership that puts our kids, our schools, and our communities first.

09/02/2026

2009 was the last year that both general education and special education were fully funded by our state legislature. Property tax relief begins by electing candidates who prioritize meeting that goal again!
When state funding doesn’t keep up with inflation, our property taxes rise to fill that gap.

09/01/2026

Underfunding Special Education impacts *every* student. (Lansing is projected to be short $3.6 Million in Special Education funding this year.)

After visiting many of the school districts across District 1, one theme keeps coming up: the lack of adequate special education funding is hurting all students.
We have to be honest about what happens when districts are forced to stretch already-limited resources to cover the cost of special education. Something has to give.
That can mean fewer resources for classroom instruction, staffing, student support, and the programs that help every child succeed.
Kansas schools deserve more than bare bones and simply getting by. Our educators, staff, and—most importantly—our students deserve better.
We can do better for Kansas kids, and I’m committed to advocating for them.

08/31/2026

“The question for State Board voters is not if she is willing to stand up.

It is what she stands up for - and if it actually helps students.”

Lansing voters need to show up again in November and we need to be talking to the people we know all across District 1.

Lansing voters had four years to judge Amy Cawvey’s leadership up close. In 2025, they chose not to return her to the board of education.

That matters because Cawvey is now asking District 1 voters to view that same Lansing record as evidence that she is ready for the State Board of Education.

She talks often about being willing to “stand up and fight” — KASB, KNEA, administrators, and others she sees as part of the problem.

She clearly knows how to fight.

But fighting is not the same as improving schools.

During those four years, Lansing students improved in important areas because students, teachers, administrators, and families were doing the daily work of education.

So the more important question is:

What did Cawvey’s approach to leadership actually contribute to those results?

Much of the record she now highlights centers on political and ideological fights - parental-rights legislation, DEI, books, gender policies, board-member authority, KASB, and KNEA.

The question for State Board voters is not whether she is willing to stand up.

It is what she stands up for - and whether it actually helps students.

08/25/2026

We had a request to share the new Lansing Lions Football page- here is this season’s schedule. Give them a follow to stay caught up on our football team! And let’s share some other USD469 clubs and activities pages in the comments-

2026 Lansing Varsity Schedule. Friday nights are right around the corner! We are ready for an incredible season ahead and want to see the stands packed with community pride. Come out, bring the energy, and support our Lions. A huge thank you to all our local sponsors for your continued support we couldn't do it without you. Go Lions! 🏈🦁

08/20/2026

Why would a taxing entity choose to remain revenue neutral, choose a flat mill levy, or exceed the revenue neutral rate? Here are some considerations.

08/19/2026

We're receiving our tax estimates from the county for 2026 taxes. Let's look back at the basics of mill rates.

08/12/2026

Can’t wait to see all of those First Day pics!