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Stay informed with all the top stories in HMC-1! Here we highlight the most important news, events, and achievements from across the district. From major events to student successes, this is your spot for staying connected with our vibrant school community.
Hickman Mills South Middle School proudly welcomed 13 outstanding students into the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) during a special induction ceremony on February 4, 2025. With a gym packed full of family, staff, and current NJHS members, the event celebrated these exceptional students' hard work, dedication, and character.
Are you interested in doing business with the Hickman Mills C-1 School District? Now’s your chance! On March 18, 2025, we’re hosting Pitch Day – an exclusive opportunity to showcase your products or services directly to the Superintendent and Executive Leadership Team.
Quincy Marques Cole’s journey from the halls of Ruskin High School to the frontlines of healthcare is a testament to passion, dedication, and the power of service. As a Certified Nurse Assistant, Cole’s work is not just a career; it’s a calling. His story, shaped by experiences at Hickman Mills C-1 Schools (HMC-1), speaks to the impact of mentorship, the importance of perseverance, and the enduring legacy of Black excellence.
At Hickman Mills C-1 School District, we take great pride in celebrating the achievements of our alums. Their journeys inspire our students and show them the many possibilities that lie ahead. Today, we are excited to spotlight Dr. Corynne Nixon, a proud graduate of Hickman Mills High School, Class of 1997, whose dedication to education and healthcare makes a lasting impact.
Super Bowl LIX has Kansas City in the headlines this week, but if you’ve come looking for news about Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs you’ve landed in the wrong place. This is a story about the native Kansans, designer Jeremy Scott and artist Katherine Bernhardt, who are the subjects of a new exhibition at the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art in Overland Park. “A Match Made in Heaven,” which opens to the public on February 7, puts a spotlight the pair’s shared pop cultural references.
"Don't you forget about me", because now you can't. He's got a building named after him soon one of the most accomplished Kansas Citians. You can possibly imagine a very humble man, very well-known man, and he would argue that the only reason they named the school after him is they ran out of people to name stuff Alvin Brooks joining us in studio. It is a pleasure and an honor. Sir. Welcome, thank you so much, welcome back. Well, thank you, both of you. It's good to be with dan Parks. It's been a long time, a long time. How did you first hear they were doing this? And we want to let everyone know. This is in the Hickman Mills school District. This is long overdue. They call you a living legend and they will be naming the new school that serves, I think, sixth to eighth graders Alvin Brooks middle school.
Ruskin High School proudly celebrates the outstanding achievements of four exceptional volleyball players who earned Academic All-State Volleyball Honors! These student-athletes have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to excellence both on the court and in the classroom, balancing the demands of competitive sports with academic success.
Hickman Mills South Middle School students had a special opportunity to learn about success, perseverance, and planning for the future from a dynamic father-son duo with deep Kansas City ties—former Chiefs linebacker Gerald Blanton and his son, Kendall Blanton, a two-time Super Bowl champion tight end.
The Hickman Mills C-1 School District (HMC-1) proudly honors two exceptional leaders who have shaped the South Kansas City community. The district’s Board of Education has voted to name two school buildings in recognition of Alvin Brooks and John Sharp, whose decades of service, advocacy, and leadership have left a lasting impact on students and families.
The Grand Opening of The Mill Café was a momentous occasion for the Hickman Mills C-1 School District (HMC-1) and the South Kansas City community! On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, families, staff, and community members gathered at the Real-World Learning Center to celebrate this exciting new student-operated coffee shop.
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