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Driver's ed enrollment at GBHS scheduled for April 3
Getting behind the wheel is one of the great passages into adulthood. USD 428 is again gearing up for its driver's education program this summer. District Public Information Director Andrea Bauer said enrollment will take place on Wednesday, April 3 at Great Bend High School. "Our students won't hit the...
VORTEX, high school art returns to BCC's Shafer Art Gallery
Life continues to rebound from the COVID-19 shutdown. For local high school artists, that means the first live VORTEX show at Barton Community College's Shafer Art Gallery since the shutdown. Gallery Director Alyssa Bliven said artwork from several area high school students will be showcased from March 21-28. "We have...
Panther baseball plates 13 runs in first inning of new season
Expectations are high for the Great Bend High School baseball team after a trip to the state tournament last spring. Thursday, the Panthers brought those expectations to fruition with a 13-run first inning in their season-opener against Russell. Great Bend tacked on four runs in the third to finish off the hitless Broncos 17-0 in three innings.
United Way empowering area students with life skills
From the United Way of Central Kansas... United Way of Central Kansas (UWCK) proudly announces the return of #RealWorld, a program designed to equip high school seniors with crucial life skills as they prepare to embark on their post-graduation journeys. Building upon the success of Reality U, which debuted in Great Bend in 2016, UWCK has expanded its efforts to further bridge the gap between classroom education and real-world challenges.
Barton Community College Ready to Support Local Students Amid FAFSA Changes
The U.S. Department of Education is updating the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2024-25 academic year. This is part of the FAFSA Simplification Act. Barton Community College's financial aid office is ready to help students and families with this change. They have received training from the Department of Education.
Barton Community College to close for spring break
Barton Community College will have no classes during its spring break from March 11-15. Barton’s offices will remain open through March 13 but will be closed March 14 and 15. The college’s regular class schedule and business hours will resume Monday, March 18.
Great Bend's Carbajal qualifies for National Speech Tournament
From Great Bend High School Speech & Debate coach Kim Heath... The Great Bend High School Speech and Debate Team had an outstanding showing at the National Qualifying Student Congress Tournament at Newton High School on March 8. The tournament hosted ten West Kansas District schools with competitors of all...
Barton CC trustees study session agenda (3/12)
Tuesday, March 12 – 4 p.m. 2. KBOR Tiered and Non-tiered Funding and Reporting – Mark Dean. 3. FY25 Board of Trustees Meeting Schedule – Mike Johnson. 5. Enhancement Funds in the Foundation – Lindsey Bogner. 6. Volunteers In Action – Lynn Hogg. 7. Marketing...
School board receives details on Hoisington press box upgrades
The USD 431 Board of Education is already in favor of naming the press box at the Hoisington High School football field after the late Dr. Blake Herres and now the school board is viewing the options for renovations. Initially wanting to add a second level to the press box...
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