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USD 308 Announces Kansas Teacher of the Year Nominees

Friday, October 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Oct. 10, 2025) — Hutchinson Public Schools has announced its Kansas Teacher of the Year candidates, Amanda Buethe and Michelle Goossen.The Kansas Teacher of the Year program honors exceptional educators across the state, recognizing their dedication and impact on students and communities.... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Announces Elyria Christian Learning Center Coordinator as September Classroom Hero

Wednesday, September 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Elyria Christian School Learning Center Coordinator Jennifer Swinney as the most recent recipient of the Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award, presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a... Read More.

Haven Grade School Teacher Lauren Rhinehart Receives September Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award

Monday, September 22

HAVEN, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Haven Grade School 3rd Grade teacher Lauren Rhinehart as the recipient of this month’s Classroom Hero Award, presented by Heartland Credit Union.Each month, Ad Astra Radio honors a different educator, selected from community nominations,... Read More.

Central Kansas Schools Mourn Beloved Teacher and Counselor

Friday, July 4

Two beloved central Kansas school staffers have passed away. Prairie Hills Middle School science teacher Victor Wilkinson died Wednesday evening after suffering a massive heart attack. Buhler USD Superintendent Cindy Couchman said in a statement Mr. Wilkinson was more than just an Educator, as he... Read More.

Lyons Man Convicted in Shooting of Lyons Police Officer and Teacher

Monday, June 30

EMPORIA, Kan. — A Lyons man has been convicted of attempted capital murder and aggravated assault in the October, 2020 shootings of Lyons Police Sergeant Cory Ryan and Lyons High School teacher and coach Brian Friess.Adam Hrabik was convicted Friday by a Lyon County... Read More.

Retiring Salina Superintendent Linn Exline to Lead Kansas Wesleyans Teacher Education Department

Wednesday, June 11

SALINA, Kan. — Retiring Salina USD 305 Superintendent Linn Exline will continue in an education role, as she was named this week the new head of Kansas Wesleyan University's Teacher Education Department.KWU President Dr. Mark Thompson said in announcing her new appointment few people... Read More.

Great Things are on the “Horizon” for Buhler Teacher

Wednesday, January 15

By the Buhler High School Journalism Department BUHLER, Kan. (Jan. 9, 2025) — Buhler High School Agriculture Education teacher Rylie Sanders learned she was a recipient of the Kansas Horizon Award. She later received a call from Dr. Randy Watson, Kansas Commissioner of Education, congratulating... Read More.

USD 308 Announces Horizon Award Nominees; Aves Competes for Teacher of the Year

Monday, September 9

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Last week, USD 308 Hutchinson Public Schools announced the nominees for the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Horizon Award Program. This year’s nominees are Sammy Crawford and Roylin Page.The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Horizon Award... Read More.

Bethany College and MCCSEC Launch Innovative Scholarship Program to Address Special Education Teacher Shortage

Thursday, June 6

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (MAY 29, 2024) — In partnership with the McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (MCCSEC), Bethany College is excited to announce the launch of the Pathway to SPED scholarship program. This initiative addresses the critical shortage of special education teachers in... Read More.

Sterling College to Participate in the Kansas Registered Teacher Apprentice Model

Thursday, April 25

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — The Sterling College Education Department has been approved as a participant in the Kansas Registered Teacher Apprentice Model, beginning in the 2024-25 academic year. The program is a “four-year competency-based teacher registered apprenticeship that offers a comprehensive approach... Read More.

Two Teachers Named Region 1 Finalists for 2025 Kansas Teacher of the Year

Sunday, April 7

By the Kansas State Department of Education SALINA, Kan. (April 6, 2024) — Maegen Stucky, an elementary teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School, McPherson USD 418, and Whitney Aves, a family and consumer sciences teacher at Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson USD 308, were named Region 1... Read More.

Wiley Elementary Teacher Wins Heartland Credit Union Grant

Tuesday, February 6

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the 2023-24 school year, Heartland Credit Union has awarded $3,800 total for 10 projects through its Celebrate Academic Success with HCU (CASH) Grants. Stephanie Suppes, Third Grade Teacher at Wiley Elementary School, was awarded a $400 grant... Read More.