Goddard Public Schools is proud to honor the life of Miriam McLain. Miriam passed away at 83, she was a retired USD 265 third grade teacher of 39 years. Miriam grew up in Potwin, and graduated from Potwin High School as the Salutatorian of her class, and also from Butler County Junior College. She began her teaching career at the age of 19 while completing her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Emporia State Teacher's College. She went on to also complete her Master of Education Degree from Emporia State University. Miriam was named a Who's Who Among American Teachers recipient and was also named The Outstanding Elementary Teacher of America in 1973. During her newspaper recognition interview, she proudly stated that while she was of sound enough mind and body to enjoy her weekends, she enjoyed teaching enough to look forward to Monday mornings each new week. During her retirement years she enjoyed her word puzzles and being an avid reader. She also enjoyed being involved in her nieces’ and nephews’ educations.

. Memorial is to the Clark Davidson Elementary School Library in care of the Goddard Education Foundation 201 S. Main St., Goddard, KS 67052. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Miriam at www.ymzfh.com.

The Goddard Education Foundation is honored to receive contributions in memory of Miriam McLain. Click the link in the comments below to contribute to the Goddard Education Foundation in honor of her life and legacy in Goddard America: contributions can also be mailed to the Goddard Education Foundation, 201 S. Main St., Goddard, KS 67052.