Lawrence school board weighs closures as budget shortfall looms
Journal-World outlines the district deficit and proposed cuts, clarifying budget targets, the savings from potential school closures, and alternatives such as administrative pay reductions. Rochelle Valverde outlines key questions and options as the board begins discussions on a possible restructuring.
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Save Our Schools rally and event in Lawrence South Park
Save Our Schools supporters gathered at South Park for a "Celebrate Our Schools" event as the Lawrence school board weighs possible closings. The group plans rallies before upcoming meetings at 5 p.m. at district offices 110 McDonald Drive, while the board reviews three budget-reduction packages and an equity analysis on closing multiple schools.
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Tensions rise in Kansas GOP over district map and agenda
Republican lawmakers in Topeka clashed over congressional district lines after a map passed into law amid horse trading. A physician legislator and Senate leader reportedly struck a mutual agreement to secure crucial votes, while the same week saw a COVID related measure pulled from committee and lawmakers warned of ongoing intra party rifts as Gov. Laura Kelly faces reelection.
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