NCLB changes may extend timelines for Kansas districts
Officials in Garden City USD 457 and neighboring districts discuss relaxed NCLB requirements affecting about 20 students this year and granting three more years to achieve full qualification for teachers. Rural districts consider ITV foreign language options while maintaining compliance with 95 percent testing thresholds.
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Waiting lists push state budget toward relief for seniors and disabled
Advocates urge a $14 million addition this session to curb waiting lists while noting $54 million is needed to meet current gaps. Shannon Jones of the Big Tent Coalition cites unmet needs harming seniors and disabled people. Lawmakers debate priorities as funding for education dominates revenue concerns and social services face potential cuts. Volunteers and beneficiaries describe how existing programs enable independence and prevent costly nursing home care.
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Task force funding crunch tests cross county cooperation
The sheriff and partners report rising costs as counties must fund 75 percent of next year’s program to remain in the meth task force. Greeley County contributes 4,000 dollars with Tribune city 2,000 and the county division fund 2,000. Officials fear local budgets will struggle to sustain the effort despite the program’s success cutting meth labs from 2 in 2001 to over 20 by 2003 and expanding statewide into an epidemic.
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Stewart seeks new trial over juror lies in assault arrest
Martha Stewart petitions for a new trial claiming juror Chappel Hartridge failed to disclose a 1997 assault arrest and other background facts. Defense argues the juror’s concealment could have justified striking him and that the verdict may not stand. Prosecutors review the motion as Stewart faces sentencing set for June 17 with an anticipated 10 to 16 months.
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Mays Tuition Bill Faces Senate House Gridlock
Speaker stalls in state legislature as in state tuition bill gains support from advocates like Melinda Lewis of El Centro Kansas City, while critics say the bill lacks full legislative process. Debate centers on offering in-state tuition to Kansas students who have paid taxes and intend to apply for citizenship, with amendments tightening proof of citizenship.
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Bush to sign bill shielding unborn as crime
Washington AP President Bush to sign the Unborn Victims of Violence Act in the Rose Garden. The five year congressional path ends with a law making it a crime to harm a fetus during assaults on pregnant women. supporters praise protections. opponents warn of broad implications. Senator Kerry opposed the bill.
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