Kayla Schartz

Kayla Schartz is an experienced communications professional currently serving as the Director of Communications and Development at Wyandot Behavioral Health Network since April 2020, where previous roles included Communications Manager and Communications Specialist. Prior experience encompasses producing news at KMBC and WATE, a substitute teaching position at Ellinwood School District, and various journalistic roles at KUJH-TV, including Producer and Assignment Editor/Web Producer. Kayla holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism-News and Information with a Minor in Sociology from the University of Kansas and a Graduate Certificate in Professional Workplace Communication. Additionally, substantial research was conducted in collaboration with Dr. Peter Bobkowski, focusing on high school journalism's impact on civic engagement.