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Salina Teacher Arrested in Newton Investigation and Facing Charges from Arrest

Tuesday, January 30

By Lucky Kidd SALINA, Kan. — More details have been released involving the arrest of a teacher at Lakeview Middle School in Salina on Monday.The Salina Police Department said their officers had gone to the school to assist Newton Police Detectives who had a search... Read More.

Man Charged in Fatality Accident Claiming Life of Canton-Galva Teacher Ashley Austin

Friday, January 26

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The driver of the Nissan SUV, in relation to the fatality accident claiming the life of Canton-Galva Ag Teacher Ashley Austin on Dec. 15, 2023, has been taken into custody and booked into the McPherson County Jail.According to a press... Read More.

Canton-Galva Teacher Dies from Injuries in Friday Crash

Wednesday, December 20

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A Canton-Galva High School teacher has died from injuries sustained in a December 15th crash. USD 419 Superintendent Jim Struber announced Wednesday agricultural education teacher Ashley Austin passed away Tuesday night at a Wichita hospital, where she was... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 Recognizes Nominees for Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year

Friday, October 27

By Buhler Public Schools BUHLER, Kan. — Buhler USD 313 recognized nominees on Oct. 24 for elementary and secondary teacher of the year. Elevating and celebrating exceptional educators is one of the school district's very favorite things to do!Please help us congratulate Mrs. Rochelle Napier,... Read More.

Schmidt Honored for Fall Teacher of Promise

Monday, October 9

By Sterling CollegeSterling College Education Student Sydney Schmidt, of Colwich, Kan., was recognized at the 2023 Dale Dennis Kansas Teacher of the Year Banquet as a “Teacher of Promise.” The banquet was held at the Wichita Marriott Hotel on September 23. “This is a... Read More.

Heide, Lopez Nominated for Kansas Teacher Promise Award

Wednesday, October 4

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Emma Heide (cs) and Regan (James, g’22) Lopez were recognized as Tabor College’s 2023 Kansas Teacher of Promise Award nominees.Heide is student-teaching at Pray Woodman Elementary in Wichita, Kan., and Lopez is teaching at William Allen White Elementary School... Read More.

Kansas Department of Education: Teacher Vacancies Remain High

Thursday, July 13

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - New numbers from the Kansas Department of Education show the teacher shortage continues across the state. Public schools reported more than 1,600 vacant jobs in April - about the same number as last fall. Most openings are in special education... Read More.

Community Continues Overwhelming Support for Local Teacher, Carla Goertzen

Monday, July 3

BUHLER, Kan. – “If there was an angel on earth, it would be her.” That is how Buhler Grade School teacher Carla Goertzen is described by local business owner and Buhler Chamber of Commerce representative Shelly Bartel. The chamber is partnering with local businesses to... Read More.

Kansas Launches Teacher Apprenticeships

Thursday, June 29

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS/KMUW) - A new program in Kansas is aimed at making it easier and less costly for people to become teachers. This fall, the state Department of Education will launch a teacher apprentice pilot project.Ten candidates will work in schools and be... Read More.

Herington Teacher Arrested on Child Sex Charges Now Faces Additional Charges

Tuesday, May 9

DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (KPR) — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office have arrested a Herington man on child sex charges. The KBI says 61-year-old Russell L. Thomas was arrested for three counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a... Read More.

USD 308 Leadership Holds Meetings on Teacher Shortage Solutions

Monday, May 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - USD 308 held staff and community meetings at McCandless, Faris, and Lincoln Elementary schools on Wednesday, May 3, and Thursday, May 4, in an effort to gather input and answer questions about teacher shortage solutions for the district. With the goal... Read More.

Smoky Valley Teacher Finalist for Kansas Teacher of the Year

Sunday, April 2

LINDSBORG, Kan. - Gretchen Elliott, an art teacher at Smoky Valley High School, and Erin Pittenger, an elementary teacher at St. George Elementary School were named Region 1 finalists for the 2024 Kansas Teacher of the Year award program during a ceremony Saturday, April... Read More.