Posts Tagged ‘CHuck Knapp’
News Release: John Deere Coffeyville Works Sponsors Local Program, Hosts Students at Plant
The JAG-K program at Field Kindley Memorial High School in Coffeyville recently visited a local John Deere unit which annually donates $36,000 to help fund the program.
Read MoreNews Release: Textron Aviation Hosts JAG-K Students for “Girls in Aviation Day”
Approximately 200 participants in JAG-K programs in central Kansas took part in Textron Aviation’s recent “Girls in Aviation Day” career exploration event.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Students Attend Leadership Development Conference at Kansas State University
Elected officers from the state’s 113 JAG-K programs were invited to participate in the organization’s annual Leadership Development Conference (LDC) in the Student Union at Kansas State on Oct. 11, an event sponsored by ADM.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Recognized by Royals at Kauffman Stadium
Students and staff of JAG-K were hosted by the Kansas City Royals Friday, Sept. 29, for JAG-K Day at the K, which included JAG-K President/CEO Chuck Knapp sitting in the Buck O’Neil Legacy Seat.
Read MoreJAG-K Releases 2023 Annual Report
JAG-K has published its annual report for the 2023 Fiscal Year. An in-depth look at program data and highlights from the previous year is now available on the JAG-K website.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Earns Top National Honor for 9th Year
For the ninth consecutive year, the Jobs for America’s Graduates national organization announced that the Kansas affiliate earned the organization’s highest award for achievement.
Read MoreNews Release: JAG-K Students Visit Fort Riley, Learn About Military Careers
On Sunday, June 11, National Guard soldiers demonstrated various weapons and technical equipment to JAG-K students and staff, as well as providing the group a tour of Fort Riley.
Read MoreLocal artists aid students in launch of new creativity program for youth
Local artists helped students from Topeka and Junction City launch a new program to help youth develop their creativity in a positive way.
Read MoreTopeka organization cites creativity and expression as vital tools in youth development
Creative Pathways and Means held an event Friday allowing young people to express their own creativity in a comfortable environment. They were also able to hear directly from local artists, and break out into sessions to explore the creative process for themselves.
Read MoreTwo EHS Jag students place in top 10 at nationals
Two Emporia High School sophomores placed in the top 10 in national competitions during the JAG National Career Development Conference in Orlando last week.
Kameron Welch placed third in career preparation and A.J. Hase placed ninth in prepared speaking.