The Kansas Board of Regents recently published the list of 2023 All Star High Schools, which included Great Bend High School.

The “All Star” designation is the culmination of numerous programs implemented by GBHS staff in the area of college and career readiness. 

During the 2022-2023 school year, GBHS hosted an Apply Kansas Event and FAFSA Event to support families in completing both college and financial aid applications. Another new event added was a College & Career Signing Day to celebrate all of the different paths GBHS seniors chose to pursue after graduation. 

“We want to be intentional about preparing our students for life beyond high school,” said Lacy Wolters, GBHS ACT & Career Coordinator. “These efforts, partnered with our internship program, are a true collaboration between our school and the community. Preparing our workforce is a team effort.”

For more information about GBHS Career Pathways or Apply Kansas initiatives, please contact Lacy Wolters at lacy.wolters@usd428.net.

Part of the All-Star initiatives, GBHS students were invited to participate in several new events this school year. In October, students were invited to attend an “Apply Kansas” event where they could meet with various school and receive assistance with college applications. To celebrate the culmination of their efforts, in May Seniors attended a “Senior Signing Day” to mark their achievements and post-graduation plans.