Barbara Vitt Scholarships Awarded

Barbara K. Vitt has been a wonderful teacher/counselor example, serving Nemaha County for
decades. Mrs. Vitt observed that in all of her teaching/counseling jobs she felt as if she were
working in a little piece of paradise.  The students with whom she worked were considerate,
hard-working, and respectful.  Her colleagues, the administrators, and the school boards were
wonderful. Best of all, the parents of her students valued education, expected their children’s
best efforts, and supported the school and the teachers.  If she had it to do over again, she would
not hesitate.
Her dedication and commitment to teaching is exemplary. Thanks to a very generous anonymous
donor, three $1,500 Barbara K. Vitt Scholarships will be available to Nemaha County students
annually. The 2024 scholarship recipients are Ryan Uphaus, Kaitlyn Bennett, and Anna
Hermesch all of Nemaha Central High School.
Ryan Uphaus is the son of Jim and Kelli Uphaus and plans to attend Kansas State University
majoring in chemical engineering. Kaitlyn Bennett is the daughter of Paul and DeAnn Bennett
and plans to attend Kansas State University majoring in health science/medicine. Anna
Hermesch is the daughter of Darrin and Leah Hermesch and plans to attend Kansas State
University majoring in pre-nursing.