Schools examine use of isolation in student behavior management
The state measures teachers responsibility for safety while resisting bans on seclusion and restraint. Advocates warn that prohibitions could force officials to rely on law enforcement for violent, outburst cases. parents cite evidence based methods and training as alternatives. The Legislature directed the State Board of Education to draft formal emergency safety intervention regulations. The board will hear public input, then decide to adopt as written or amend.
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State Board of Education
Department of Education
Diane de Backer
Kansas
Lawrence Science and Engineering Fair highlights learning through trial
More than 300 Douglas County students showcased science and engineering projects across K-12 at the Lawrence district event. Students explored physical science life science and engineering with topics from plant light effects to energy drink electrolytes. Teachers praised the hands on process and scientific method as key learning outcomes.
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Melisa Ball
Lawrence High School
Josie
Douglas County
Lawrence School
Noel White
Veritas Christian School
White
Marci Leuschen
Southwest Middle School
Joe
Leuschen
Kansas House debates religious freedom bill amid LGBT opposition
Religious groups opposed the bill labeling it legislative gay-bashing as Lawrence officials argued the act would override city anti-discrimination protections. House members questioned whether landlords could deny rentals to same sex couples citing religious beliefs, and the bill advanced but faced Senate inaction. Witt and Kinzer expressed mixed views on the bill’s aims and potential amendments, noting the process remains long.
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Witt
Lawrence
City of Lawrence
House
Paul Davis
Kinzer
Senate
Sion
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