At the invitation of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, Darcy Feist of Great Bend was selected to attend the 42nd Annual Governor’s Scholars Awards Program on May 4, in Topeka.

The recognition ceremony honors the top academic  of Kansas High School Scholars are selected from accredited public and private schools in the state. “These high school seniors have shown dedication in their studies and a commitment to learning. They’ve earned this honor and I want to congratulate them on this achievement,” Governor Kelly said. We also should recognize their families, teachers and mentors for helping these outstanding student achieve their academic goals.” 

This program is coordinated for the Governor by the Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force. The Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force was formed 42 years ago to strengthen confidence in public education. The following organizations are members of the Task Force: American Association of University Women, Kansas State Board of Education, Kansas Association of School Boards, Kansas Congress of Parents and Teachers, Kansas State Department of Education, Kansas State High School Activities Association, Kansas National Education Association, Kansas League of Women Voters, and United School Administrators of Kansas.