Educator Honored With KSDE Horizon Award

Posted on 01/18/2023

Topeka Public Schools is excited to announce that one of our educators has been honored with the 2023 Kansas Horizon Award from the Kansas State Department of Education!

Megan Maness, a special education teacher at French Middle School, was surprised with a Zoom call from Education Commissioner Dr. Randy Watson to announce the award on Thursday, January 5.

Ms. Maness was showered with love, balloons, flowers, and even a cake for her and her students to enjoy, thanks to Principal Hoffman and her colleagues at French Middle School. She was also joined by family members to celebrate the momentous occasion.

The Kansas Horizon Award program recognizes exemplary educators who have completed their first year of teaching. View photos from the award presentation on Flickr.

Engage students in the highest quality of learning • Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship • Inspire excellence for a lifetime

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