Monthly Archives: February 2026
FSCC Launches Men’s Soccer Program, Names Luis Pulido Head Coach
Fort Scott Community College has officially launched its new men’s soccer program and announced the hiring of Luis Pulido as the team’s inaugural head coach, marking a significant step in the college’s continued athletic growth.
Pulido brings a high-expectation, accountability-driven coaching philosophy to Fort Scott, emphasizing structure, discipline and personal responsibility both on and off the field. His approach centers on creating clear systems that allow student-athletes to thrive while holding everyone, including himself, to demanding standards.
“My philosophy is simple: I create an environment with no excuses,” Pulido said. “If I lay a strong foundation and put the right systems in place for success, then it’s up to the players to put in the work from there.”
In the program’s first season, Pulido said his goal is to make Fort Scott a regional and national contender from day one, while establishing championship-level habits that extend beyond the scoreboard.
“Success isn’t only measured by wins and losses,” Pulido said. “It’s about behaving like champions and striving for excellence in everything you do.”
Player development under Pulido will extend beyond tactics and training, with a strong emphasis on academic success, personal growth and self-sufficiency. A former educator, Pulido prioritizes classroom performance and life skills as essential components of student-athlete development.
“Academic success is our highest priority,” Pulido said. “Soccer is a privilege. You earn the opportunity to play on the field by fulfilling your academic responsibilities first.”
Athletic Director Dave Wiemers said the launch of soccer and the hiring of Pulido align with FSCC’s mission to build competitive programs rooted in accountability and student success.
“We are excited to have Luis and his family join our great group of coaches,” Wiemers said. “He has been a sitting head coach, has had success, and will fit in perfectly with our ideas moving forward.”
Community engagement will be a cornerstone of the program, with players encouraged to build strong relationships on campus and throughout the Fort Scott area through service, outreach and involvement.
“The opportunity to build this program from the ground up is incredibly exciting,” Pulido said. “I want to create something the school and community can truly be proud of.”
Additional details regarding competition schedules and recruiting opportunities for FSCC men’s soccer will be announced at a later date.
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FSCC Names Gemini Pulido Head Coach of Women’s Soccer Program
Fort Scott Community College has announced the hiring of Gemini Pulido as head coach of its women’s soccer program, bringing a student-centered, development-focused approach to one of the college’s growing athletic offerings.
Pulido said her coaching philosophy extends well beyond performance on the field, with an emphasis on confidence, resilience, accountability and long-term success for student-athletes.
“Coaching should support the overall growth of the student-athlete, not just what happens during matches,” Pulido said. “My goal is to help players build confidence and discipline while preparing them for success in the classroom, in soccer and in life.”
In her first season, Pulido said her priorities include establishing a strong team culture, building trust, and creating alignment around how the program trains, competes and represents Fort Scott Community College.
“Success goes far beyond wins and losses,” Pulido said. “It looks like consistent effort, accountability, academic progress and athletes leaving the program prepared for the next level.”
Pulido’s approach to player development is intentional and individualized, focusing on technical and tactical growth alongside leadership development, communication skills and personal responsibility. She said meeting athletes where they are and providing structure and honest feedback are central to her coaching style.
Academics will remain a non-negotiable priority within the program, with clear expectations for class attendance, communication with instructors and academic accountability.
“Success in the classroom directly impacts opportunities on and off the field,” Pulido said.
Athletic Director Dave Wiemers said Pulido’s hiring reflects FSCC’s commitment to developing women’s athletic programs that emphasize both competitive excellence and student success.
“Gemini brings a thoughtful, intentional approach to coaching that aligns perfectly with our mission,” Wiemers said. “She understands the importance of building culture, setting clear standards and developing young women into confident leaders. We’re excited about the direction she will take our women’s soccer program.”
Community engagement will also play a key role in the program’s growth, with Pulido planning to build strong relationships across campus and throughout the Fort Scott community through involvement and service.
“The opportunity to build something meaningful is what excites me most,” Pulido said. “Shaping culture, mentoring young women and helping them grow as student-athletes and individuals is incredibly rewarding.”
Additional information regarding the women’s soccer program, including competition schedules and recruiting opportunities, will be announced at a later date.
FSCC Trustees Meeting Agenda for Feb. 16
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING
ELLIS FINE ARTS BUILDING
FEBRUARY 16, 2026 – 5:30 P.M.
AGENDA SUMMARY WITH COMMENTARY
1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR DOUG ROPP
1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk
___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp
2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION
3.0 APPROVAL OF OFFICIAL AGENDA (ACTION)
4.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA (ACTION)
4.1 Minutes
4.2 Financials – Cash Flow Report
4.3 Check Register – $483,321.50
4.4 Payroll – January 15, 2026 – $660,869.98
4.5 Contract Ratification
5.0 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION (INFORMATION)
- CDL Program Review
- Recognition: New Coaches
6.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES (INFORMATION)
6.1 Academics
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero
6.2 Advancement
- Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill
- Gordon Parks Museum
6.3 Athletics
- Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers
6.4 Finance
- CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton
- Business Office Update
- Maintenance Update
6.5 Student Services
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner
6.6 Administrative Committees
6.7 Presidential Update
- President Dr. Jack Welch
7.0 OLD BUSINESS
7.1 Scholarship Proposals 2026-2027 (ACTION)
7.2 State of the College address will be:
- May 21st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building (INFORMATION)
7.3 Board Selection of Honorary Associate Degree (ACTION)
8.0 NEW BUSINESS
8.1 Acceptance of Deed of Land for FRAME Grant (ACTION)
8.2 RFP – FRAME Grant – Contractor RFP (INFORMATION)
9.0 PUBLIC FORUM
FSCC Trustee Board Special Meeting: Feb. 13 at Noon
FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING – BOARD WORKSHOP
ELLIS FINE ARTS BUILDING
FEBRUARY 13, 2026 – 12:00 P.M.
PUBLIC AGENDA
1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR DOUG ROPP
1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk
___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp
2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION
3.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES (INFORMATION)
3.1 Academics
- Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero
3.2 Advancement
- Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill
- Gordon Parks Museum Update
3.3 Athletics
- Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers
- Athletic Update
3.4 Finance
- CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton
3.5 Student Services
- Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner
3.6 Administrative Committees
3.7 Presidential Update
- President Dr. Jack Welch
4.0 REVIEW FEBRUARY 16, 2026, AGENDA ITEMS (INFORMATION)
4.1 CONSENT AGENDA
- Minutes
- Financials – Cash Flow Report
- Check Register – $483,321.50
- Payroll – January 15, 2026 – $660,869.98
- Contract Ratification
4.2 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION REVIEW
- CDL Program Review
- Recognition of New Coaches
4.3 OLD BUSINESS
- Scholarship Proposals 2026-2027
- State of the College address will be:
- May 21st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building
- Board Selection of Honorary Associate Degree
4.4 NEW BUSINESS
- Acceptance of Deed of Land for FRAME Grant
- FRAME Grant – Contractor RFP Approval
4.5 PUBLIC FORUM
4.6 OTHER BUSINESS – EMPLOYMENT OF NON-ELECTED PERSONNEL MATTERS
4.7 BOARD COMMENTS
5.0 ENTER EXECUTIVE SESSION – PERSONNEL MATTERS (ACTION)
6.0 EXIT EXECUTIVE SESSION – RETURN TO OPEN SESSION (INFORMATION)
7.0 BOARD MEMBER TRAINING – GOAL SETTING (INFORMATION)
8.0 ACCREDITATION COMMITTEE (INFORMATION)
9.0 ADJOURN (INFORMATION
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USD 234 Minutes of the Feb. 11 Special Meeting
Unified School District 234
424 South Main
Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697
620-223-0800 Fax 620-223-2760
DESTRY BROWN
Superintendent
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
NEWS RELEASE
Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, for a special meeting at 424 S Main.
President David Stewart opened the meeting.
The board approved the official agenda.
The board approved the purchase of 850 State Street.
President David Stewart adjourned the meeting.
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports Feb. 12
Fly the Flag Subscriptions for 2026 Begin
Friends Now Accepting New and Renewed Subscriptions for U.S. Flags
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the founding of our country. What better way to celebrate than to fly the Stars and Stripes in 2026? The Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site Inc. makes it easy.
The Friends provide homeowners and businesses, within the city limits of Fort Scott, the opportunity to display “Old Glory” on five different flag holidays during 2026 without the hassle of purchasing, placing, and storing a flag and pole. No need to even remember the holiday!
For $40 annually, the Friends will install a 3’x5′ flag on a 12 foot staff at your home or business on each of the following Flag Holidays :
Memorial Day, May 25th
Flag Day, June 14th
Independence Day, July 4th
Labor Day, September 17th
Veteran’s Day, November 11th
Applications for new subscriptions can be obtained at the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce or can be requested by phone, text, or email. Call 417-684-2484 or email [email protected]. Renewal notices are being mailed/e-mailed to 2025 subscribers. Both new agreements and renewals must be returned by March 31, 2026.
All proceeds support programs at Fort Scott National Historic Site including the Naturalization Ceremony, Candlelight Tour, and Veterans Challenge coins among other special programs.
Show your patriotism and help our local National Park by displaying the nation’s symbol!
The Fly the Flag project is a yearly project sponsored by the Friends of Fort Scott National Historic Site. Once signed up, you will receive the option to renew annually.
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Minutes of the USD234 Board of Education Meeting on Feb. 9
Unified School District 234 424 South Main
Fort Scott, KS 66701-2697
www.usd234.org
620-223-0800 Fax 620-223-2760
DESTRY BROWN
Superintendent
BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
NEWS RELEASE
Monday, February 9, 2026
Members of the USD 234 Board of Education met at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, February 9, 2026, for
their regular monthly meeting at 900 E 3rd St.
President David Stewart opened the meeting.
The board approved the official agenda, and the consent agenda as follows:
Board Minutes
01-12-26
Financials – Cash Flow Report
Check Register
Payroll – January 20, 2026 – $1,801,674.26
Activity Funds Accounts
USD 234 Gifts
Key Club Fundraising Form
Students from Eugene Ware presented to the Board. Working with Mrs. Keating the students cover
announcements and help make the parent weekly newsletter. They have been able to participate in
leadership training at Greenbush and do several fun fundraisers during this school year. Mrs.
Query, Eugene Ware’s Principal, had a presentation that highlighted a few amazing things
happening in the building. She ended explaining how staff morale has been great thanks to
Secretaries Jessica Johnson and Kenda Schmidt and their entertaining projects that include
everyone.
Superintendent Destry Brown informed the Board on great things happening at Tiger Academy and
has appreciated all the support that they have been given.
Assistant Superintendent Terry Mayfield provided a shared document. Mr. Mayfield reviewed
budget projections and insurance renewals. He also updated on Preschool Building project with
the playground being installed soon.
Assistant Superintendent Zach Johnson updated the Board on winter iReady scores showing
positive growth throughout the district. Later this week a few staff will be traveling to PSU to
participate in Teacher Interviews with graduation students.
Special Education Director Tonya Barnes shared an update on reports that are coming due soon.
She also invited all to Special Olympics Basketball at Fort Scott High School on February 18.
The Board approved the following:
● Resolution 25-16 Healthy Kansas Farm to School Program
The Board received an informational overview of Fort Scott USD 234’s five-year long-range
financial outlook for FY25–FY30. This review examines enrollment trends, revenue assumptions,
and projected expenditure growth to provide a forward-looking view of the district’s financial
trajectory. No board action was requested.
The Board went into an executive session for property acquisition.
There were none present for public forum.
The Board went into an executive session for attorney-client privilege.
The Board went into an executive session for personnel matters.
President David Stewart adjourned the meeting.
PERSONNEL REPORT – APPROVED
February 9, 2026
RESIGNATIONS/TERMINATIONS/RETIREMENTS:
Barr, Lynn – Supplemental Resignation – Head Girls/Boys Tennis Coach – High School
Campbell, Erin – Resignation – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott
Hudiburg, Kenny – Supplemental Resignation – Assistant Girls Tennis Coach
Rogers, Jamie – Supplemental Resignation – Girls Basketball Coach – Middle School
Leave of Absence:
Barrager, Terry – Custodian – Eugene Ware
TRANSFER:
Clayton, Emily – Paraprofessional to OT Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott
Durossette, Jake – Business Teacher to Math Teacher – High School – 2026-27
Weber, Betty – Paraprofessional – KRI to Winfield Scott
EMPLOYMENT:
Certified Recommendations for 2026-27 School year:
Hendricks, Caleb – Assistant Principal – Winfield Scott
Martin, Jared – Athletic Director – High School
Classified Recommendations for 2025-26 School year:
Carson, Jessica – Paraprofessional – Winfield Scott
Cooper, Tyler – Custodian – Middle School
Davenport, Sam – Paraprofessional – Middle School
Hodges, Julius – Paraprofessional – KRI
Ruggero, Frankie – Custodian – Middle School
Supplemental Recommendations for the 2025-26 school year:
Carney, Drew – Supplemental – Assistant Track Coach – High School
Chipman, Karlie – Supplemental – Assistant Boys Golf Coach – High School
Sponsor Recommendations for the 2025-26 school year:
Cook, Gary – Head Sponsor – Archery
Whitehead, Trisha – Assistant Sponsor – Archery