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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.
![HMC-1 Alum Brianna Hull]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741881245/hickmanmillsorg/gh1vbfvopofujaslw0to/WomensHistoryMonth2025Hull.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741881245/hickmanmillsorg/gh1vbfvopofujaslw0to/WomensHistoryMonth2025Hull.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741881245/hickmanmillsorg/gh1vbfvopofujaslw0to/WomensHistoryMonth2025Hull.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741881245/hickmanmillsorg/gh1vbfvopofujaslw0to/WomensHistoryMonth2025Hull.jpg","width":1200}])
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.
![Ruskin MECA Challenge 03/25 Winners]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741201179/hickmanmillsorg/pb8hzypfw3isztxgux1b/RuskinHighMECAWinners.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741201179/hickmanmillsorg/pb8hzypfw3isztxgux1b/RuskinHighMECAWinners.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741201179/hickmanmillsorg/pb8hzypfw3isztxgux1b/RuskinHighMECAWinners.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741201179/hickmanmillsorg/pb8hzypfw3isztxgux1b/RuskinHighMECAWinners.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741201179/hickmanmillsorg/pb8hzypfw3isztxgux1b/RuskinHighMECAWinners.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1741201179/hickmanmillsorg/pb8hzypfw3isztxgux1b/RuskinHighMECAWinners.jpg","width":2200}])
On February 27, Ruskin High School’s Career Education Consortium (CEC) took center stage at the MECA Challenge at IDEA Space KC, showcasing their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork in an intense, real-world innovation competition.
![BHM HMC-1 Alum Jackie Lowery]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740518368/hickmanmillsorg/edwnprhpwts9cj9sal4h/BHMPostFB0225Lowery.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740518368/hickmanmillsorg/edwnprhpwts9cj9sal4h/BHMPostFB0225Lowery.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740518368/hickmanmillsorg/edwnprhpwts9cj9sal4h/BHMPostFB0225Lowery.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740518368/hickmanmillsorg/edwnprhpwts9cj9sal4h/BHMPostFB0225Lowery.jpg","width":1200}])
As we celebrate Black History Month, we take pride in highlighting the achievements of Jackie Lowery, a 2014 Hickman and Ruskin High School graduate whose journey from student leader to U.S. Army Field Artillery Captain showcases the impact of education, mentorship, and determination.
![BHM HMC-1 Moriah Isenhower]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740426276/hickmanmillsorg/mzduivprxj0kbzn6xqpf/BHMPostFB0225Isenhower.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740426276/hickmanmillsorg/mzduivprxj0kbzn6xqpf/BHMPostFB0225Isenhower.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740426276/hickmanmillsorg/mzduivprxj0kbzn6xqpf/BHMPostFB0225Isenhower.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740426276/hickmanmillsorg/mzduivprxj0kbzn6xqpf/BHMPostFB0225Isenhower.jpg","width":1200}])
As we celebrate Black History Month, we proudly honor Moriah Isenhower, a 2018 Ruskin High School graduate whose passion for the arts and leadership has shaped her career in the beauty industry. From center stage in the theater program to a leadership role in a Black-owned salon, Moriah’s story is one of creativity, confidence, and the power of community.
![Ruskin Alum Ronisha Bandy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740004188/hickmanmillsorg/dxx4vrazsvdkxicxuo9a/BHMPostFB0225Bandy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740004188/hickmanmillsorg/dxx4vrazsvdkxicxuo9a/BHMPostFB0225Bandy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740004188/hickmanmillsorg/dxx4vrazsvdkxicxuo9a/BHMPostFB0225Bandy.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740004188/hickmanmillsorg/dxx4vrazsvdkxicxuo9a/BHMPostFB0225Bandy.jpg","width":1200}])
Currently serving as an Active-Duty Medical Services Officer (1LT) and Physician Assistant Student (PA-S) through the Army and the University of Nebraska Medical Center, Ronisha has forged a path of excellence in the military and healthcare fields. By embracing various activities that helped her build leadership and interpersonal skills, her time at Ruskin helped shape her commitment to service.
![HMMS South Renamed Alvin Brooks Middle School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1740004572/hickmanmillsorg/mldh4cvmtw5cpshaouov/BrooksObeng.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1740004572/hickmanmillsorg/mldh4cvmtw5cpshaouov/BrooksObeng.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1740004572/hickmanmillsorg/mldh4cvmtw5cpshaouov/BrooksObeng.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1740004572/hickmanmillsorg/mldh4cvmtw5cpshaouov/BrooksObeng.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1740004572/hickmanmillsorg/mldh4cvmtw5cpshaouov/BrooksObeng.jpg","width":1280}])
Books about Black history fill the library at Hickman Mills South Middle School. Soon, the school will have a new name thanks to a man who continues to write Black history in Kansas City.
The Hickman Mills school board voted to name the building Alvin Brooks Middle School at its December meeting.
![HMMS South NJHS 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739554222/hickmanmillsorg/wnsrrykaluiu2oulydbp/0P1A7431rev.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739554222/hickmanmillsorg/wnsrrykaluiu2oulydbp/0P1A7431rev.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739554222/hickmanmillsorg/wnsrrykaluiu2oulydbp/0P1A7431rev.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739554222/hickmanmillsorg/wnsrrykaluiu2oulydbp/0P1A7431rev.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1739554222/hickmanmillsorg/wnsrrykaluiu2oulydbp/0P1A7431rev.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1739554222/hickmanmillsorg/wnsrrykaluiu2oulydbp/0P1A7431rev.jpg","width":2200}])
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.
![Pitch Day 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739308306/hickmanmillsorg/jq4z7pixj78hloscw7yc/PitchDayGraphicWeb2025.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739308306/hickmanmillsorg/jq4z7pixj78hloscw7yc/PitchDayGraphicWeb2025.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739308306/hickmanmillsorg/jq4z7pixj78hloscw7yc/PitchDayGraphicWeb2025.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1739308306/hickmanmillsorg/jq4z7pixj78hloscw7yc/PitchDayGraphicWeb2025.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739308306/hickmanmillsorg/jq4z7pixj78hloscw7yc/PitchDayGraphicWeb2025.jpg","width":1569}])
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.
![BHM HMC-1 Alum Quincy Cole]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1739380723/hickmanmillsorg/dnqrqrh7th4wck5rjvgt/BHMPostFB0225Cole.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1739380723/hickmanmillsorg/dnqrqrh7th4wck5rjvgt/BHMPostFB0225Cole.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1739380723/hickmanmillsorg/dnqrqrh7th4wck5rjvgt/BHMPostFB0225Cole.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1739380723/hickmanmillsorg/dnqrqrh7th4wck5rjvgt/BHMPostFB0225Cole.jpg","width":1200}])
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.
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Official Scores are out, and Hickman Mills C-1 Schools has MADE THE GRADE on the 2024 state report card and has reached full accreditation standards according to two of the frameworks the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) uses to grade school districts.
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The Hickman Mills area is a diverse community, located approximately 10 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. In 1902, the Hickman Mills area became the first Consolidated School District in the state of Missouri. Today, the district strives for academic excellence.
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Superintendent Obeng
Yaw Obeng is a seasoned educational leader currently serving as the Superintendent of Hickman Mills C-1 Schools, a vibrant and historic community institution with a legacy spanning over a century. His unwavering commitment to preserving the community's rich heritage drives his relentless pursuit of data-driven excellence and establishing strong, quality partnerships to benefit the families within the HMC-1 school community.