Kansas jeop arizes funding for many districts under overhaul
On the first day of hearings in Topeka on a proposed K-12 funding overhaul, superintendents state concerns about constitutionality and funding levels, notably for special education, while praising a shift away from the block grant system and the plan’s all day kindergarten phase in. Destry Brown of Pittsburg SD 250 warns about financial hardship for about one third of Kansas districts, especially small rural ones.
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Gas tax hike 11 cents per gallon backed in Kansas
The measure would raise motor fuels taxes in Kansas with the aim of funding the State Highway Fund. HB 2382 would add 11 cents to a gallon of gasoline from 24 to 35 cents and lift diesel to 37 cents, with portions shared by cities and counties. Proponents say funds would be constitutionally protected.
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Stones Intermediate Center marks 20th anniversary with time capsule reveal
Charles O Stones Intermediate Center celebrated its 20th anniversary with a 3 p.m. event in the cafeteria. About 4,380 students and staff cheered founder Charles O Stones, now 91, as faculty members from the opening year and former students-turned-teachers recounted milestones. Deputy Superintendent Heath Hogan and other USD 457 officials attended. speakers noted enrollment growth from 4,500 in 1973 to 7,000 pre retirement.
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