Use Thanksgiving gatherings to capture family stories
Without the burden of gift-giving, Thanksgiving provides a prime opportunity to focus on the lived experiences of our loved ones. This could be as simple […]
Mizzou offers teaching resources for journalism educators
This post originally appeared on JEADigitalMedia.org on Oct. 6, 2022. It is being posted here for posterity. For journalism educators looking for a fresh take on a […]
Historic moments add excitement to baseball’s 2022 season
The schedule syncs with my phone and computer calendars. Alerts blare from each device 15 minutes before the start of each game. Sports apps on […]
KS State Fair provides inspiration for unique, hands-on learning experience
This post originally appeared on JEADigitalMedia.org on Sept. 27, 2022. It is being posted here for posterity. A chainsaw-wielding man carefully carves intricate designs into large logs. […]
Looking back on looking up: Space exploration continues expanding human knowledge
The cosmos contains countless captivating curiosities, and we know about them thanks to the efforts of scientists and astronomical inquiry. September marks 60 years since […]
‘Super-duper folk-y’ music coming to Moundridge
Local musician Nikki Moddelmog to perform Labor Day Weekend concert MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Though Labor Day celebrates America’s labor force by giving them a day […]
Engaging politically requires voting, dialogue with opposing viewpoints
Civic engagement is crucial for our democracy to function properly, and one of the ways to engage is to cast a ballot in an election […]
Vogts earns JEA’s MJE certification
Todd Vogts, of Sterling College, recently earned Master Journalism Educator (MJE) status from the Journalism Education Association (JEA). Vogts will be honored on Nov. 10-13 […]
Take advantage of nearby opportunities to experience live theatre
Back in April, my wife and I took our daughter to experience her first musical production, and she loved it. It was “The Lion King” […]
Vogts adds part-time HCC position to list of duties
I graduated from Hutchinson Community College in 2006 with my associate’s degree before transferring to Wichita State University to complete my bachelor’s degree in communication. […]
KQED offers free media literacy training course aimed at educators
This post originally appeared on JEADigitalMedia.org on June 21, 2022. It is being posted here for posterity. Educators looking for professional development opportunities to build their skills […]
Vogts takes on Moundridge High School debate, forensics coach position
As of the May 9 Moundridge U.S.D. 423 Board of Education meeting, I am a debate and forensics coach. I will begin my duties at […]