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University of Kansas grad students attend workshop in Alaska
A Great Bend High School Alum, Alexis Reed, along with 17 other students and faculty from four National Science Foundation Integrative Graduate Education and Research Traineeship programs recently met in Juneau, Ak., for a workshop titled Understanding Rapid Environmental and Social Change in the Arctic: Bridging Traditional Knowledge and Interdisciplinary Science Across IGERTs.
FBLA State Competition
Twenty-two students traveled to the state FBLA competition on March 31 and April 1 in Topeka. The event was held at the Capitol Plaza hotel. Students competed in a variety of business events. Those placing at the state competition were: Emily Seiwert, 9th Place (Chapter Scrapbook); Lance Popp, 6th Place (Chapter Banner); Colton Lagerman-2nd Place (Business Math); Nick Elliott-7th Place (Cyber Security); RJ Seidel-5th Place (Hospitality Management); Dylan Dreiling-3rd Place (Job Interview); Sylvia Ofoma-5th Place ...
Barton announces Honor Scholarship recipients
Barton Community College has announced recipients of Honor Scholarships for the 2010-11 academic year. To earn an Honor Scholarship at Barton, the student must maintain a grade point average of 3.0 to 3.49. These awards are administered by Barton's Financial Aid Office. The following students, listed by hometown, are recipients of Honor Awards:
Great Bend High School 3rd Quarter Honor Roll
All A Honor Roll Seniors: Jonna Anspaugh, Cody Behrends, Nicole Blankenship, Taycee Bunn, Carmen Carranza, Michelle Clifford, Dakota Ellis, Chasity Farr, Alby Harris, Gregory Hildebrand, Austin Morgan, Allison Niederee, Joshua Prescott, Karla Reza, Erica Stacey, Brooke Tiemeyer Juniors: Kelsey Couture, Donna Craven, Kelsey Crosby, Dylan Dreiling, Morgan Gauby, Kristin Kelley, Brandi Schneider, Lindsey Smith. Michaela Stephenson, Dylan Unrein Sophomores: Haylee Blake, Bonny Boultinghouse, Morgan Choitz, Amy Christopher, Taylor Fry, Hunter Harrison, Tyler Jordan, Stephanie Langer, ...
Hays Academy of Hair Design attends hair show expo
Hays Academy of Hair Design took 26 staff and students to the International Hair Show and Expo in Long Beach, Calif., the last weekend of January.
Cerv's recognizes students
Cerv's Conoco and Convenience Stores has a mission statement: Accomplish extraordinary feats by doing ordinary things with extraordinary consistency, commitment and focus. To practice their mission of doing the extraordinary they recently recognized high school students who exemplify the extraordinary also. These students exemplify hard work, dedication, team work, sacrifice, endurance, commitment, and an overall upbeat positive attitude on and off the basketball court. Cerv's presented a $250 check in the name of the students ...
Local student receives K-State Scholarship
Kade Ensley, a senior at Great Bend High School, was awarded Kansas State University's Foundation Scholarship during ceremonies March 4 at K-State. April Mason, provost and senior vice president, presented the award.
BCC announces scholarship winners
Barton Community College has announced recipients of Excellence Scholarships for the 2010-11 academic year. To qualify for an Excellence Award, a student must have a grade point average of 3.5 to 4.0 and be enrolled full time at Barton. These awards are administered by Barton's Financial Aid Office. The following students, listed by hometown, are recipients of the scholarships:
NComputing at USD 428
If you think a virtual server is a waiter who fails to return once he takes your order or NComputing is something that comes after MComputer, get in line.
Jay Werth was inducted into the Phi Psi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Barton County Community Colleg
Jay Werth was inducted into the Phi Psi Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Barton County Community College on Feb. 20th.
Otis-Bison Jr./Sr. High third nine weeks honor roll
Otis-Bison Jr./Sr. High third nine weeks honor roll Senior High Superintendent's Honor (4.0 - 3.75) Seniors: Michael Hlavaty, Robert Kolos, Sondra Lyon, Emma Wibel Juniors: MacKenzie Boone, Trevor Keller, Dominic Manley, Brandon Pechanec, Zachary Stejskal, Janel Tommen Sophomores: Hannah Bannister, Felix Kasper, Tyler Maier, Kimberly Pechanec, Katie Tammen, Dylan Wissman Principal's Honor Roll (3.74 - 3.40) Seniors: Jenessa Tammen, Dominic Trapp, Kristin Wondra Sophomores: Gina Albrecht, Samuel Higgason, Justin Jecha, Courtney Unsner, Hunter McDonald, Derek ...
Chase High School/Raymond Junior High Honor Roll
Chase High School 3rd Nine Weeks Honor Roll A Honor Roll (*represents all A's) Seniors: Amanda White Juniors: Lucas Ingham, *Miranda McCloud, Jessica Jaske, Zack Oberle Sophomores: Cole Brady, Zach Kizzar Freshmen: * Audree Aguilera Ashton Brady Emily Root *Christina Sledd B Honor Roll Seniors: Presley Brady, Bobbi Ray Sophomores: Hunter Gillespie Raymond Junior High 3rd Nine Weeks Honor Roll A Honor Roll (*represents all A's) 8th Grade: *Molly Root, Jori White 7th Grade: Noah ...
Great Bend Middle School 3rd Quarter Honor Roll
Principal's Honor Roll 8th Grade: Gabby Batt, Natasha Bieker, Laura Black, Matthew Black, Peyton Burkhart, Krystal Coleman, Samantha Croft, Justin Denney, Paul Flores, Morgan Francis, Anna Frizell, Daniella Gabrieli-Vasquez, Grant Harris, Kiley Heine, Jenna Hertel, Maycie Hestand, Amber Heuer, Taylor Hofeling, Adam Jacobs, Kacee Kasselman, Kelsie Keener, Kelci Keyse, Dykota Knorr, Lindsay Leuenberger, Jamie Liebl, Darian Mayhugh, Morgan McIntosh, Hunter Middleton, Alex Morgan, Kenneth Mulch, Sarah Niederee, Stevee Nily, Tyler Nuss, Allison Peak, Jackson Randall, ...
Area students accept FHSU scholarships at recognition program in Great Bend
Several area students accepted Fort Hays State University scholarships for the 2011-2012 academic year at a recent Student Recognition Program in Great Bend.
Sterling College Debate Team captures State Title at the State Collegiate Championship Tournament
Continuing their record setting season, the Sterling College Debate team successfully hosted the State Collegiate Championship Tournament on Feb. 18-19, and captured yet another state title. This marks the fourth consecutive year that the Sterling Debate team has captured either the individual or team title in parliamentary debate. In addition, Emily Graham of Hutchinson, and Nolan Chaney of South Hutchinson, were named the top two speakers in the tournament.
Articles by Section - Education
Ryan Hugh Dunlap Memorial Scholarship awarded
The Dunlap family recently awarded the fourth scholarship from the Ryan Hugh Dunlap Memorial Scholarship Fund. Dunlap's family created a scholarship fund for students wishing to enter the fields of education and/or sports medicine. As a graduate of Great Bend High School, Barton Community College, and Southwestern College, Dunlap was tirelessly dedicated to his students and athletes. His lifework was as an athletic trainer and physical education teacher. He took pride in the camaraderie of ...
GBHS announces local scholarship winners
Below are the Great Bend High School seniors who received local scholarships.
Senator Moran now accepting 2013 Service Academy applications
U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) is accepting applications for nominations to the United States Service Academies. The academies include the U.S. Military Academy in West Point, New York; the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland; the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado; and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in Kings Point, New York. Those selected will enter the academies in June 2014.
Local students named Governor’s Scholar
At the invitation of Kansas Governor Sam Brownback, Ethan Kaufman, Russell High School, Taylor Fry, Great Bend High School and Conner Birzer, Ellinwood High School, were selected to attend the 30th Annual Governor's Scholars Awards Program on May 5, in Topeka.
GBMS Above and Beyond winners
Great Bend Middle School announces the April and May Above and Beyond Winners. Each of these students was nominated by their teachers because they have gone above and beyond the call of duty in becoming a good citizen of GBMS. The students received a certificate and a pizza and pop luncheon with the school Administrators.
Sunflower Bank Donates More Than $6,900 to Great Bend and Ellinwood Schools and Students
Wrapping up the 12th year of the annual ABC Program, Sunflower Bank contributed $6,910 to schools and students in the Great Bend and Ellinwood area. Since the inception of the ABC Program in 2001, Sunflower has contributed $52,038 to schools and students in the Great Bend and Ellinwood area.
Dean’s Honor Roll at NCK Tech announced
Commencement ceremonies for NCK Tech were held in Beloit on May 10th. Students achieving a 3.5 – 4.0 GPA earned Dean's Honor Roll academic honors during the ceremony. Area students recognized are: Carpentry-Cabinetmaking: John Kubick, Ellsworth and Richard Tice, Great Bend; Advanced Computer Information Technology: Nicholas Syx – Russell; Electrical Technology: Toby J Hubka– Wilson.
BCC recognizes student ambassadors
Barton Community College has announced its 2012-13 Brant J. Ballhorst Student Ambassadors of the Year.
BCC Foundation honors Mary Cohen with Distinguished Service Award
The Barton Community College Foundation honored Dr. Mary Davidson Cohen with the 2013 Distinguished Service Award during Barton's 43rd commencement on Friday. Cohen was unable to attend, but Barton Foundation Director Darnell Holopirek accepted the award on her behalf. The Distinguished Service Award was created in 1981 by the Barton Community College Foundation to recognize individuals who have shown genuine regard for, and have performed outstanding service to Barton Community College. The Barton Foundation ...
Kans for Kids announces scholarship recipients
Kans for Kids announced its 2013 scholarship recipients. Any child who has received assistance from Kans for Kids is eligible to receive two scholarships from the organization upon graduation from high school and each year following while they pursue higher education.
Honor student
Barton Community College student Terra Hull, shown with President Dr. Carl Heilman, is inducted into the Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society on Thursday evening in the Dorothy Moses Morrison Chapel at Barton Community College. Alpha Sigma Lambda is primarily for non-traditional students. Its aim is to recognize the special achievements of adults who accomplish academic excellence while facing competing interests of home and work. Barton had 36 new members in 2013.
First recipients of new Information Security certificate at BCC look to bright future
Barton Community College students Orlando Hernandez and Jesse Siefkes are ecstatic. Both have taken a huge step in their educational and professional lives by earning Barton's very first certificates in Information Systems Security along with four other students.
Panther Bands Spring Concert recognize seniors, parents, accomplishments
Panther Band members will present their Spring Concert at 7 p.m. on May 13 in the GBHS Gym. The band seniors and their parents will be recognized, as well as all of the band student's achievements during the year.
Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science prepares to honor 3rd graduating class
The 27 members of the 2013 class of the Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will walk across the stage at Commencement beginning at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, in the Fort Hays Ballroom on the second floor of the Memorial Union.
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