Sydney Collins

Cathy Hopkins serves as chair of the Kansas State Board of Education and represents District 5, a 44-county region spanning much of western and north-central Kansas. A lifelong Kansan, Cathy grew up near Garnett on her family’s dairy farm before eventually settling in Hays.

As a mom, I’m constantly searching for hikes to take my toddler on, places where they can explore, set the pace, and feel like they’re on an adventure — without me stressing the entire time.

Kansas is more than prairies and sunsets—it's a state filled with diverse stories, rich history, and resilient people.