Kansas lawmakers debate school funding and tax plans
At a Lawrence chamber meeting Rep. Tom Sloan described the bipartisan need to fund education in Kansas. The group pressed Gov Brownback and the Legislature to halt shifting state costs to locals as past cuts have strained districts like Lawrence which faces over 8.5 million in reductions. Brownback's plan to end weightings would raise district flexibility but alarm educators worried about serving English learners and at risk students.
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USDA Parkway Closings Planned in Phases by 2013
The USDA will close offices in phases by September 30, 2013, as it modernizes operations to safeguard meat poultry and egg products. The department cites improved technology and work‑share deals reducing the need for 15 district offices. Vilsack says reforms will modernize and stretch taxpayers’ dollars. Schools reporter Mark Fagan can be reached at 832-7188.
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KU School of Education receives $2.5M gift
Kansas University alumni and spouse commit 2.5 million to establish an endowed scholarship program at KU School of Education. The largest gift in the school’s history will support leadership skills work tied to organizational change and Peter Senge’s Fifth Discipline. Donors remain anonymous.
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KU philosophy professor keynote at MLK celebration
Kansas University philosophy professor Derrick Darby will headline the governor’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration in Topeka. The program opens with a 11:45 a.m. ceremonial march by the Topeka High School drumline and a ceremony at Topeka High School, 800 SW 10th St. Other state and civic leaders are expected to attend. The Winter Hiking Club at Prairie Park Nature Center runs Wednesdays Jan 11 Jan 25 Feb 8 Feb 22 from 3 to 4:30 p.m. for ages 7 to 12, at $5 per hike. registration via lprd.org or any Parks and Recreation facility.
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Eagles Watch Field Trip At Prairie Park Nature Center
The Prairie Park Nature Center invites adults 18 and up to a 9 am to noon field trip to view American eagles. The $15 cost covers nest and habitat viewing with binoculars and scopes provided. minimum five participants required. prepare for short hikes in cold weather at 27th St. and the Parks office.
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