District weighs iPad use in classrooms pilot plan
Garden City officials discussed an iPad pilot for all schools focusing on engagement and digital citizenship. Wi Fi only devices would be issued with monitoring apps, content filtering, and school hotspot support at the high school and district. Teachers highlighted personalized learning, home access, and real time collaboration while stressing responsible usage.
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US officials tie terror group to Syrian bombings
US intelligence chiefs linked al Qaida in Iraq to Syria bombings seen as the deadliest against the Assad regime in 11 months of unrest. James Clapper told Congress the tie raises risk of extremists seizing chemical stockpiles if Assad falls. Leon Panetta warned al Qaida infiltrates opposition could grow more dangerous.
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Finney County weighs TradeWind PILOT for $105K first year
Energy project aims to install about 210 megawatts for 63 000 Kansas homes, with a $500 per megawatt PILOT rising 2 percent annually. Commissioners consider approval before month end, noting similar deals in Grant and Haskell counties that would bring substantial annual revenue. TradeWind plan includes transmission improvements and phased wind turbine deployment.
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End to measles outbreak marks vaccination success
Local health officials declare the measles outbreak over with thanks to hospital support and a highly trained staff. County health leader stresses urgent future action, warns outbreaks can reappear, and praises the vaccination rate above 99 percent in Garden City Public Schools as key to preventing spread.
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