District outlines new priorities for next school year
Lawrence Public Schools to streamline parent communication, roll out AVID and MacBooks at high schools. Superintendent Jeanice Swift presented three enhancements based on community input to expand student opportunities and reduce disparities. A key plan is implementing Parent Square for 2025 26 to centralize school to home communications.
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Lawrence Public Library seeks facilities master plan proposals
Lawrence Public Library seeks proposals from qualified firms to assess current facilities, identify future needs, and recommend strategies to serve the public equitably. Executive Director Brad Allen notes no facilities master plan has been created since 2005, with renovations completed after a 2010 voter approved $18 million plan.
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Former defense secretary to speak at KU Dole Institute
Former defense secretary Robert Gates will address national security issues in a public talk at 7 p.m. on Wednesday at the Dole Institute of Politics on KU West Campus. Gates, who served under Bush and Obama, will be interviewed by Jerry Leib as part of KU’s 7th Annual Intelligence and National Security Colloquium.
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Justice Matters to focus on youth trauma in May assembly
Justice Matters will hold its Nehemiah Action Assembly on May 5 in Lawrence from 6 30 to 8 p m at the DoubleTree Hotel 200 McDonald Drive. The event seeks community support for justice initiatives with a emphasis on youth trauma and outcomes for Lawrence Douglas County residents.
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Ashford Days with Kate We Welcome Kate Sheratt
Ashford Wheels and Looms of New Zealand announces Kate Sheratt visiting Ashford Days event. Local readers encouraged to attend as Sheratt discusses weaving and loom innovations and tours facilities.
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