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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.
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Can’t make it to the Ruskin High School Graduation in person? No problem! Tune in live from anywhere to celebrate the Class of 2025 as they walk the stage at Cable Dahmer Arena in Independence, Missouri. The ceremony begins at 6:30 PM and will be streamed online at https://youtube.com/live/hkBfB-apkgc. Don’t miss this special moment — congratulations, graduates!
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Ruskin High School proudly took the spotlight today at the Annual 20/20 Leadership Shining Star Awards, a celebration of student excellence, service, and leadership. Hosted by the 20/20 Leadership program—a college-bound civic initiative based in Kansas City—the event brought together more than 838 students from 18 high schools across the bi-state area, all united in their commitment to becoming thoughtful, engaged leaders in their communities.
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In honor of Asian Pacific America Heritage Month, we are honoring HMC-1 alum, and Made Mobb co-founder, Mark Lanaiu. Mark's journey began in the heart of South Kansas City amidst the vibrant tapestry of life. After being raised in a small village in Hawaii, Mark settled in the South Kansas City area and forged his path to success through determination, resilience, and an unyielding spirit.
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At HMC-1, sports are more than just games; they are launching pads for leadership, teamwork, and academic growth. And sometimes, these lessons lead to something bigger—college dreams coming true.
That’s exactly what happened on April 24, 2025, at Ruskin High School’s National Letter of Intent Signing Day as 12 outstanding student-athletes signed their letters to compete at the collegiate level.
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There was something truly magical about Ruskin High School’s Fall 2024 production of Pippin — and the entire Kansas City arts community took notice. The Ruskin Theatre Department has earned an impressive eight Blue Star Nominations from Starlight Theatre, recognizing the exceptional talent, creativity, and dedication of the students and staff behind the show.
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The first round of the NFL Draft on Thursday night could feature a couple of names from the Kansas City area. One of them didn’t take up football right away, even though he grew in his current 6’6″ and 330 pounds.
Aireontae Ersery will hear his name called in the NFL Draft, potentially day one. But it took encouragement before he ended up on the football field at Ruskin High School.
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NFL Draft prospect Aireontae Ersery made a return to his roots, visiting his former teachers and mentors at Ruskin High School in south Kansas City. A standout offensive tackle out of the University of Minnesota, Ersery’s rising draft stock has caught attention.
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Get ready for an exciting summer adventure where learning never stops! The Kaizen Quest Summer School Adventure is about making small daily improvements that lead to big academic success, creativity, and personal growth.
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As part of Women’s History Month, we celebrate the inspiring journey of Brianna Hull, a proud alumna of the Hickman Mills C-1 School District. A 2017 graduate of Ruskin High School, Brianna’s path from student leader to environmental advocate showcases the power of passion, perseverance, and the impact of a supportive educational community.
![SRO Officer Jhanelle Cole]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741637331/hickmanmillsorg/fvkljsoc1mr3sl3z9a73/OfficerJhanelleCole.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741637331/hickmanmillsorg/fvkljsoc1mr3sl3z9a73/OfficerJhanelleCole.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741637331/hickmanmillsorg/fvkljsoc1mr3sl3z9a73/OfficerJhanelleCole.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741637331/hickmanmillsorg/fvkljsoc1mr3sl3z9a73/OfficerJhanelleCole.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741637331/hickmanmillsorg/fvkljsoc1mr3sl3z9a73/OfficerJhanelleCole.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741637331/hickmanmillsorg/fvkljsoc1mr3sl3z9a73/OfficerJhanelleCole.jpg","width":2200}])
After tearing her meniscus, Jhanelle Cole was looking for a change. The college basketball player had been juggling a full-time job with Amazon when she stumbled upon an opening as a records clerk at KCPD.
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