Dan Ditchfield - The Atlas Agency

10/06/2026

Behind every lesson learned, every page turned and every dream pursued is an educator who helped make it possible.

At Horace Mann, supporting educators is at the heart of what we do. Today, on World Teachers’ Day, we celebrate the people who dedicate their lives to helping others succeed. 💙

Thank you, educators, for all you do.

10/06/2026

Check out our Agency Director, Holly, in this The News-Gazette feature on the 40 under 40.

In Chapter 1 of a Weekend Extra miniseries, we asked members of our Central Illinois Business Magazine Forty Under 40 all-star team: Who’s your professional role model?

09/28/2026

Congrats to our own Holly Hahn, Atlas Agency Director, on her appearance on this year's class!

Introducing our 19th Class of Forty Under 40 powered by Hickory Point Bank.

09/28/2026

A school parking lot break-in can leave you dealing with more than vehicle damage. It may also mean losing laptops, books or supplies you rely on in the classroom.

Do you know which insurance may cover each loss? Our latest blog explains how auto, home or renters insurance may respond, ways to help deter theft and educator-focused protection available with eligible Horace Mann policies.

Read more: https://horacemann.com/blog/2026/school-parking-lot-break-ins

09/24/2026

From everyday expenses to bigger financial obligations, life insurance can help provide financial support for your family when they need it most.
Take a look at some of the expenses life insurance can help cover and consider what financial protection could mean for your loved ones.
Visit https://horacemann.com/insurance/life-insurance to learn more and get a free quote.

09/24/2026

09/23/2026

A great opportunity awaits!

Could your school be one of 25 selected?
Each selected school will choose one eligible educator to attend a Disney Institute workshop during a special professional development experience Nov. 15-17 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.

Attendees will explore practical strategies for leadership, communication and service in education, with ideas they can bring back to their school communities. Horace Mann will provide airfare, hotel accommodations, workshop admission and two hosted dinners.

Enter on behalf of your school by Oct 19: https://horacemann.com/di


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09/22/2026

Life insurance can help provide financial protection for your loved ones, so you can focus more on living life on your terms today.
A little planning now can help make a meaningful difference later.
Visit https://horacemann.com/insurance/life-insurance to learn more about life insurance from Horace Mann and get a free quote.

09/17/2026

Congratulations to Mrs. Laura! We appreciate being an educational partner with Crestwood School - Paris CUSD 4!!!

Congratulations to our Horace Mann Shining Apple Award winner of the month, Mrs. Laura.

09/10/2026

We are proud to partner with the GCMS school district! This is a well-deserved recognition of Mr. Darnell's leadership.

The News Gazette chose Mr Darnell for their weekend feature of area leaders. We're grateful to have him at the helm of our ship!