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Since stepping into his new role as assistant superintendent for support services in the Warrensburg R-VI School District, Zachary Danner has brought his calm, compassionate leadership style to a position he said combines his two decades-worth of educational experience into one.
Danner brings calm, compassionate leadership to new role
WARRENSBURG – When Zachary Danner looks back on his career in education, he remembers the praise for his even-keel and calming presence starting early. In his roles as a special education … more
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The Warrensburg R-VI School District Food Service Department received a $3,015 donation from the Secunda Club. This contribution will help reduce outstanding student meal balances and pay off meal debt for several graduating seniors. “Their generosity will make a meaningful difference for our students and families while helping seniors begin their next chapter without an unpaid meal balance,” the District said in a statement. “We are incredibly grateful to the Secunda Club for their kindness, generosity, and continued support of our students. Thank you for making such a positive impact on Warrensburg students and families.”
PHOTO: Secunda Club donates to help pay off student meal debt
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S&P Global Ratings adjusts University of Central Missouri revenue bond rating
S&P Global Ratings has adjusted its long-term credit rating on the Missouri Health and Educational Facilities Authority’s educational facilities revenue bonds (series 2018A, 2018B, and 2023) … more
West Central Electric Cooperative delegates (l-r) Remington Sublette and Ero Garza of Warrensburg High School, Mia Unruh of Odessa High School and Alex Dyer of Lafayette County C-I High School at the Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience.
Missouri Electric Co-op Youth Program delivers education, fun
Several area youth were among the 110 high school students from across Missouri who participated in the Missouri Electric Cooperative CYCLE (Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience) … more
Jenny Corson assumed her role as the executive director of academic services for the Warrensburg R-VI School District in March. Since then, she’s spent much of her time listening to teachers across the district to gain insight into how she can better support them and their students.
Corson brings heart to new role as Warrensburg’s executive director of academic services
WARRENSBURG – Jenny Corson loves her people. Hard.  Whether it's her two kids, husband or the many students and teachers she’s taught and mentored over her two decades in education, her … more
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Warrensburg High School Principal Kyle Cahill presents the Warrensburg High School Course Description and Career Planning Guide amendment before the Board of Education on Tuesday, July 21.
Warrensburg Board of Education aims to create consistency between dual credit, dual enrollment students with amendment approval
WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg R-VI Board of Education approved an amendment to the 2026-27 Warrensburg High School Course Description and Career Planning Guide at its Tuesday, July 21 meeting. … more
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Representatives from the University of Central Missouri (UCM), North Central Missouri College (NCMC) and the Carpenters International Training Fund (CITF) gather at the Carpenters International Training Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, to mark a partnership creating instructor training and degree pathways for United Brotherhood of Carpenters members nationwide. Pictured, from left, are Roger Best, president of UCM; Doug Fiore, dean of the UCM College of Education; Bob Jacobson, executive director of the CITF; Brian Connearney, technical coordinator at CITF; Mitchell Holder, dean of instruction at NCMC; and Tristan Londre, vice president of Academic Affairs at NCMC.
UCM, North Central Missouri College partner with United Brotherhood of Carpenters
Skilled trades instructors across North America will have new pathways to earn college credentials and strengthen their teaching skills through a multiyear partnership among the University of Central … more
Heather Stringer, administrative assistant to the dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, left, and Carol Knight, director of Digital Learning and Instructional Innovation, are the 2026 Staff Council award recipients.
Knight, stringer recognized with top staff awards at UCM
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) has recognized two staff members for their dedication and service to the university. Carol Knight received the 2026 J.P. Mees Award for Outstanding … more
Tiger’s Den is now helping more families with the new Tiger Resource House, a school district resource center located at 444 E. Market St., Warrensburg.
Tiger’s Den and Tiger Resource House, helping students and families
Tiger’s Den is now helping more families with the new Tiger Resource House, a school district resource center located at 444 E. Market St., Warrensburg. The Tiger Resource House supports families … more
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JCCHS launches ‘Stuff the Bus JCCHS 2026’ School Supply Drive
WARRENSBURG — Johnson County Community Health Services (JCCHS) is proud to announce the launch of its Stuff the Bus JCCHS 2026 school supply drive, which will run from July 15 through August 19, … more
In June, Alan Nordyke, director of Residence Life at the University of Central Missouri, was honored for his years of leadership on campus with the James C. Grimm Leadership and Service Award at the Association of College and University Housing Officers - International conference in Orlando, Florida.
Nordyke honored with international award for fostering connections in UCM Housing
WARRENSBURG – In college, Alan Nordyke never pictured himself working with university students post-graduation.  A farm kid raised in Iowa, Nordyke always assumed he would grow up to take … more
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The Warrensburg community gathered at Mules National Golf Club for the annual Todd Hamann Memorial Golf Tournament on Friday, July 10.
Todd Hamann Memorial Golf Tournament benefits local education
WARRENSBURG — A weather-related reschedule didn’t halt the typical festivities of the Warrensburg Schools Foundation’s Todd Hamann Memorial Golf Tournament. Forty-two days after a storm … more
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Capt. Mike Papasifakis of the UCM Department of Public Safety has graduated from the 298th session of the FBI National Academy.
UCM Public Safety captain graduates from FBI National Academy
WARRENSBURG – Capt. Mike Papasifakis, assistant director of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) Department of Public Safety , has graduated as a member of the 298th session of the FBI National … more
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UCM Alumni Foundation’s Next Generation Council Announces 2026 ‘10 Under 40’ Honorees
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) Alumni Foundation’s Next Generation Council has announced the 2026 class of its “10 Under 40” alumni recognition program. Now in its third year, … more
University of Central Missouri President Roger Best and Dr. Kimberly Beatty, Chancellor and CEO of Metropolitan Community College, shake hands after signing a new memorandum of agreement designed to create a more direct, affordable, and supportive pathway for MCC students who plan to complete an associate degree and continue toward a bachelor’s degree at UCM.
UCM, MCC sign agreement to strengthen transfer pathways
The University of Central Missouri (UCM) and Metropolitan Community College (MCC) have signed a new memorandum of agreement designed to create a more direct, affordable and supportive pathway for MCC … more
On Tuesday, June 16, students began gathering on the University of Central Missouri’s campus for the College of Education’s three-day STEAM Camp that explores all the STEAM activities the university offers in its programs, from fashion merchandising and textiles to music-mixing and sheep-brain dissection.
University of Central Missouri hosts STEAM Camp for Kansas City students
WARRENSBURG – The University of Central Missouri’s College of Education is hosting Kansas City middle school students for its first-ever Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics … more
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Warrensburg R-VI Board of Education approves budget
WARRENSBURG – The Warrensburg R-VI Board of Education approved the district’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget at its Tuesday, June 16 meeting.  Presented to the board by Assistant … more
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From left, Keri Busker, Emma Rice and Adam Runyan are the 2026 Education for Service award recipients.
Three honored with 2026 UCM Education for Service Awards
Three members of the University of Central Missouri (UCM) community who exemplify the university’s values have been recognized with the 2026  Education for Service  awards. Faculty … more
State Fair Community College announces spring honor lists
State Fair Community College has named the following students to the President’s, Dean’s and Trustees’ lists for the spring 2026 semester. To qualify for the President’s list, students must … more
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Crest Ridge Secondary School releases second semester honor rolls
Crest Ridge Secondary School recently announced its honor rolls for the second semester.  6th Grade Principal’s Honor Roll Darcy Alkire, Landry Brant, Michaela Bush, Kenneth … more
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