Garfield Elementary Reading Gains Draw National Recognition
Garden City elementary Garfield Elementary School, with about 85 percent of its 200 students as English Language Learners, was named a United States government certified educational model for teaching reading. From 2006 to 2010, reading pass rates rose from 69.9 to 91.3 percent overall and from 50 to 90.7 percent for ELL students. Continuous staff, appropriate difficulty levels, and high expectations underpin this success, offering a blueprint for diverse districts nationwide.
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Garden City picks free shelter reservations but higher fees noted
Online reader comments respond to a Garden City story about rental fees for picnic shelters in public parks, with one noting no reservation charges yet inflated rates. Wanda Stallings, a Garden City artist, expresses lifelong passion for art as the Mercer Gallery marks its 22nd season at Garden City Community College.
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The Telegram invites signed letters under 500 words with writer address and phone. Letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length. General thank you notes and form letters are discouraged. Mail to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or editor gctelegram@gctelegram.com.
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Elevator hostage incident sparks talk on profanity and manners
Kathleen Parker reflects on a New York Presbyterian Hospital elevator scene. A loud woman berated a male companion as bystanders endured foul language, prompting thoughts on civility, freedom of speech, and the social impact of daily rudeness. She links the event to broader cultural issues and personal musings on respect and decency.
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Bizarro World Debate on Illegal Immigration Policy
Cartoonist Susan Stamper Brown critiques Obama administration immigration moves from 800000 deportations to halting cases for those without a criminal record. She argues Democrats seek votes, likening policy to a Bizarro World where law and rhetoric diverge.
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Super Congress satire mocks deficit panel and scorn
The piece ridicules the so called Super Congress a bipartisan deficit reduction panel as a dead horse with photos pens and sighs of relief. It lampoons its inability to compromise and its grandiose self image comparing it to caped heroes while urging sharper political satire. It notes Will Durst praising political satire and promotes his website and book.
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