Sebelius Higher Ed Proposals Face House Cuts
In Topeka the House GOP attacks Gov. Sebelius on higher education spending to fund K-12 programs. A subcommittee moved to delete 10 million of Sebelius's 23 million higher ed increase. full committee delayed decision to late April or May. Supreme Court deadline forces more school aid, while Sebelius defends expanding higher education funding and warns against shortchanging students.
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Kansas Board to hold six hearings on evolution in science standards
The Kansas State Board of Education plans six days of hearings in May in Topeka to consider adding criticism of evolution to science standards. The subcommittee, led by Steve Abrams, Kathy Martin, and Connie Morris, says the hearings are not a trial but a review process focusing on scientific debate. Only scientists will testify, with experts on evolution and proponents of other origins theories invited to speak.
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Senators weigh restraining school children in time out rooms
Kansas Senate Education Committee faces a split on Senate Bill 241 to curb time out rooms and restraints for unruly special education students. Chairwoman Jean Schodorf signals further study while noting conflicting parent stories and concerns about existing laws. the bill would ban handcuffs and drugs, permit restraints only as a last resort with training, and allocate 1.2 million dollars annually for parental education advocates. Supporters say tighter rules protect children. opponents warn of increased litigation and reduced effective discipline.
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