Four Kansas school districts and two organizations were honored Tuesday, Aug. 14, for outstanding practices in Child Nutrition and Wellness programs that help support the Kansans Can vision.

The Kansas Volunteer Commission (KVC) has awarded 11 organizations a total of nearly $5,000 in funding to support Sept. 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.

Award winners to be honored on Constitution Day in Topeka

Eight Kansas schools will be recognized in September for the civic engagement opportunities they offer students, said Kansas Commissioner of Education Dr. Randy Watson.

McNiece has served on board since 2013

Jim McNiece, who joined the Kansas State Board of Education in 2013, is a recipient of the National Associated of State Boards of Education (NASBE) 2018 Distinguished Service Award.