Laushman named Outstanding Music Educator
by Brett Dalton
During a surprise ceremony Monday morning, PHS music teacher Susan Laushman was named the Outstanding Music Educator in the state of Kansas by the Kansas Music Educators Association.
Laushman has taught music for 19 years, including 10 at USD 250.
"This is huge," Laushman said. "I can't even find the words to describe how this makes me feel. I'm just very proud to represent southeast Kansas and to be doing this work in Pittsburg. I'm very proud to be a part of Pittsburg High School and USD 250. To now be on the list with so many wonderful music educators from across Kansas who have won this award is a great honor for me."
Jon Bishop, PHS principal, said there is no one more deserving of the honor than Mrs. Laushman.
"She is simply incredible," Bishop said. "To say we are fortunate to have her in our school would be a dramatic understatement. She is, without a doubt, one of the best. We could not be more happy for her."
