The Director of the Geary County Historical Society, Katie Goerls, has announced the hiring of a new Director of Programs and Education for the Geary County Historical Museum. Jennifer Dixon will come to the museum from the Manhattan – Ogden school district, where she works as a library and office clerk at Bluemont Elementary School.

Dixon has a bachelor’s degree in exercise science and physical education, and a master’s degree in educational leadership. She began her career as a social studies and reading teacher and has a strong background working with military families and area schools. In the past she has worked with the Military Child Education Coalition’s parent to Parent group to link local students and military families with the resources needed to succeed academically. She has also served as a community partner with the Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan’s Families and Schools Together program, helping students improve their reading skills.

Dixon will begin work at the museum Tuesday, October 4.