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Reserve your seat at Night of Dragons!
Reserve your seat for Night of Dragons, an annual event by the USD 250 Foundation that supports students and teachers. Tickets are on sale now. The impact of the evening is far-reaching: in 2025, Night of Dragons helped us raise more than $100,000 for scholarships and classroom grants. This year's event is planned for 6:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27, at the new Camptown Event Center, 313 N. 69 Highway. Attendees will enjoy food, beverages, silent and live auctions with a range o
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PHS seniors invited to apply for Foundation scholarships
The application period is now open for the USD 250 Foundation scholarship program, which annually awards graduating seniors from Pittsburg High School a combination of Foundation scholarships and scholarships the organization administers on behalf of numerous donors. Seniors may apply at usd250foundation.org through midnight on Feb. 10. Last year, the Foundation awarded $145,000 to 74 seniors graduating from Pittsburg High School who were planning to attend a college/univers
Jan 81 min read
Planning ahead for senior scholarships
Dragon students and families: Now is a great time to start preparing for college scholarship applications. The tips below, provided by the USD 250 Foundation, can help make the process easier and less stressful! This year, more than 40 scholarships are available through the USD 250 Foundation to graduating seniors planning to attend a college/university, a community college, or a technology/vocational program. Students may apply for multiple scholarships. Some have requireme
Dec 22, 20252 min read
Distinguished Alumni Award nominations now open
Nominations are now open for the USD 250 Foundation Distinguished Alumni Award, an award established to recognize Pittsburg High School graduates who have distinguished themselves through their work, personal accomplishments, or in the lives of others. Nominations are due Dec. 31. The award will be given next spring in conjunction with Pittsburg High School Commencement. “By recognizing graduates who have gone on to make an impact professionally and in their communities, we’
Nov 6, 20251 min read
USD 250 Foundation Teacher Grant application process opens Nov. 7
The USD 250 Foundation will open applications for its annual Teacher Grant Program on Friday, Nov. 7 . Educators can apply online at usd250foundation.org/teachergrants . The Foundation is committed to excellence in educational opportunities for all students through the enhancement of school facilities, services, and programs. Teacher grants play a vital role in that mission by providing funds for projects that help students learn, grow, and succeed, noted Kelynn Heardt, Fo
Nov 6, 20252 min read
Make your giving count more during Match Week
Friends, We invite you to be part of something special! This year, the Community Foundation of Southeast Kansas (CFSEK) is expanding its annual Match Day event into Match Week, running from Nov. 10-14, 2025 . Now, your generosity will have an even greater impact on our organization by helping us earn a portion of more than $100,000 in matching funds being offered by CFSEK. We need your support to make the most of this incredible opportunity. Every dollar you donate is amp
Oct 21, 20251 min read