Kansas lawmaker says juvenile justice reform behind schedule
Rep. Russ Jennings acknowledges the Juvenile Justice Reform Act faces delays as technical issues and missing systems slow rollout. DCF nears record caseloads and seeks money and volunteers while preparing for more youths to transfer into custody under JJRA.
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Kansas
Russ Jennings
X- Lakin
Jennings
House Corrections and Juvenile Justice
Kansas Department For Children and Families
JJRA
Worms in Classroom Teach Earthworms to Second Graders
In Cord Ley Elementary School, Karen Blum and Isabel Luellen guide second graders using a box of earthworms for vermicomposting. Students mist and wring bedding carefully to avoid drowning, learning about nutrient rich soil and ecosystems through hands on care.
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Rabbits Steers
Cordley Elementary School
Karen Blum
Isabel
School board weighs new course and graduation plan
The district considers three social studies units and eight elective credits while dropping civics from graduation requirements. The proposal aims to align ninth grade integration and allow more exploration into career and technical education, with plans tied to district pathways in areas like animal systems, arts and media, and business.
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Patrick Kelly
Hystery
U.S. Hstory
US. Government
Kelly
Lawrence
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