Crest construction
A $6 million construction and renovation project at Crest USD 479 is nearing completion as the 2025-26 school year commences.
Back to School
Daring to dream
At Marmaton Valley, sixth-graders are encouraged to “think big.” Annual visits to state colleges introduce them to a wider world.
Absenteeism quandary
Chronic absenteeism — when a student is absent at least 10% of the school day — has school officials looking for solutions.
Finish line nears
Humboldt’s new Community Care Center is a joint project between the school district and the Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center.
Paras to teachers
Amid a nationwide shortage of qualified educators, USD 257 has found a way to find new teachers. It grows its own.
Keeping promises
A scholarship program open to all Humboldt High School graduates is going “to change lives.”
SAFE BASE is a go
Federal officials recently released funds for after-school programs, meaning USD 257’s program is secure — at least for this year.
Setting a course
Dana Daugharthy’s new role at Iola High School is to show students the myriad opportunities that will make them college- or career-ready.
Raising the bar
New facilities, revamped programs and a guaranteed college education show our schools put education first.
Archives
Back to School. Bowlus. Fall Sports. Graduation. Healthy Living. Home and Garden. Home for the Holidays. Iola Elks Anniversary. Spring Sports.