Name Our New School: Vote Now

0:00Gardner Edgerton's school district in Kansas is opening a new elementary school and turning to the community for name ideas. Leaders reviewed hundreds of submissions and picked 12 finalists, drawing from local input to make the cut. Now through May 7th, anyone in the community, plus staff and students, can hop online and rank their top picks from the list. It's a quick form to vote on names like Amelia Earhart, Creekside, or Prairie Star. These options pull from nature spots around town, like Kill Creek and Metal Arc, or uplifting themes such as Horizon and North Star. Folks seem excited, seeing it as a way to shape their kids' future learning spot. Results roll in after voting closes on May 7th, then get presented to the board at their May 11th meeting. Rankings will steer the choice, but board members have the final say. Head over to the district site to cast your vote and help pick a name that sticks for generations. Kansas News. Today, powered by AI bringing you what matters. I'm Corey with The Story.