USD 457 board reviews ESL and Rose Standards funding
At a Garden City USD 457 meeting, board members discussed English as a Second Language proficiency standards and the Rose Standards used to determine state funding levels. Attendees included Janie Perkins outlining district demographics with 3789 English language learners and Darren Dennis explaining Rose Standards' origin and legislative context.
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Board of Education
Kansas
Janie Perkins
Leah Molek
Abe Hubert
Malek
WestEd
Public Research and Development Agency
Molek
Darren Dennis
Kentucky
Rose v. Council For Better Education
Dennis
Kansas State Board of Education
Deer season caution in Kansas drivers urged to stay vigilant
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Sandy Praeger warns drivers to defuse deer hazards this fall. Data show Kansas ranks 22nd in deer vehicle crashes with average damage around 3888 dollars. Officials urge defensive driving, seat belts, high beams, and prompt claims reporting while noting deer activity peaks at dawn and dusk.
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Kansas Insurance Department
Sandy Praeger
Kansas Insurance Commissioner
Praeger
State Farm Insurance
Federal Highway Administration
United States
Kansan
Garden Valley hosts two music programs this week
The public is invited to Garden Valley Retirement Village at 1505 E Spruce St for two music programs. The Classic Three perform at 7 tonight and Gospel Gold from Dodge City and Montezuma perform at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Call 275-5036 for details. Proceeds fund Christmas gifts for residents and local charities. The German supper and silent auction is Saturday from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. with The Classic Three at 5 p.m. and other acts, all at 1505 E Spruce St.
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Spruce St
Dodge City
Montezuma
Gary Fuller
Debra Bolton
Mark Neuman
GVRV
Walk & Whoa Ball Saturday Night Opens Miles of Smiles Fundraiser
Miles of Smiles Therapeutic Horsemanship hosts its 16th annual Walk & Whoa Ball at the Clarion Inn Ballroom. Events include hors d'oeuvres, silent and live auctions, and a 7 30 p.m. dance with Jared Daniels Band. Advance tickets 20 dollars, 25 dollars at the door. call 260 9997 for details.
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Miles of Smiles Therapeutic Horsemanship
Clarion Inn
E. Kansas Ave
Jared Daniels
Miles of Smiles
Baker Boot
Crazy House
Garden True Value
Clarion
Rocky Horror event set for Oct. 11 at American Legion
A screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show will start at 8 p.m. on Saturday at the American Legion, 405 S Main St. Tickets are 5 in advance or 10 at the door, available at Garden City Recreation Commission Finney County CVB and Arts on Main. Prop bags cost 5 and include items to participate in the movie, with a costume contest for a prize. Attendees should bring their own chair. Proceeds benefit Encore Kid's trip to Atlanta for the Junior Theater Festival.
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American Legion
S. Main St
Garden City Recreation Commission
Finney County Convention & Visitors Bureau
Garden City Arts
Atlanta
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