Four Topeka Public Schools were honored today for their
focus on social, emotional and character development programs for
students. Highland Park Central, Meadows
and McEachron Elementary Schools and Robinson Middle School, were recognized at
the Kansas Schools of Character recognition ceremony at the Brown v. Board National
Historic Site.
Representatives from the schools accepted a Spotlight Award
for improving academic achievement, student behavior and school climate as a
result of focusing on character development.
School districts from across the state were recognized. Character Education Partnership and the Kansas State Department of
Education sponsor the program.
