Three Lyon County school districts — North Lyon County USD 251, Southern Lyon County USD 252, and Emporia USD 253 — have been recognized by the Kansas State Department of Education for their strong performance in the 2025 Kansans Can Star Recognition Program, which honors districts for excellence in key areas of student achievement.

The statewide program, announced Oct. 14 in Topeka, celebrates accomplishments in areas such as high school graduation, academic readiness, postsecondary success, and civic engagement.

North Lyon County USD 251

North Lyon County USD 251 earned Gold in High School Graduation , Copper in Academically Prepared for Postsecondary , Copper in Postsecondary Success , and Bronze in Individual Plan of Study . The district also earned Gold in Civic E

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