WHO WE ARE
Neosho School District Charitable Foundation
Founded in 2001, we are a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to the educational advancement of the Neosho School District.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to provide the guidance and funding necessary for innovative and extraordinary educational programs, opportunities, and materials. We strive to support the charitable, scientific, literary, and educational betterment of our students, faculty, and administrators. Through our efforts, we aim to foster a community where educational excellence is accessible to all.
Distinguished Alumnus and Educator
Five years ago, the Foundation started recognizing a distinguished alum and educator at our annual fundraising event. In March of 2025, Mrs. Cynthia Taylor Norman (Distinguished Alumnus) and Mr. James Payne and Mr. Bob Anderson (Distinguished Educators) were honored at the Cheers to Education Gala.
Previous Distinguished Alums:
- Mr. Stephen Lampo (2023)
- Mr. John Branham (2022)
- Mr. Tom Higdon (2021)
- Dr. Marion Weston (2020)
Previous Distinguished Educators:
- Mr. James Kelso (2023)
- Mr. George Morehead (2022)
- Mr. Marion Bell (2021)
- Mr. Russell Hively (2020)
Teacher of the Year
The Foundation awards $1,000 to the Teacher of the Year along with $2,000 to cover any expenses associated with travel to an educational conference of their choosing.
Congratulations to the 2025 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Kinzie Cooper-Kunard.
