Teacher Wins Rent-Free Downtown Stay | Topeka News

Topeka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

A Kansas City teacher just got a life-changing surprise: two years of rent-free living in downtown’s trendy Midland Lofts. Joevenn Neo, a beloved educator at Lincoln Prep Middle School, was honored during the district’s annual back-to-school giveaway — now in its eighth year — for his flexibility, dedication, and impact on students. The Education Foundation celebrated him as a true standout, especially since he doesn’t drive and the location offers easy transit access. Principal Shanelle Smith called him “more than deserving,” while Neo himself was stunned and still processing the unexpected…