Parents' roles in classrooms may expand in Lawrence schools
Eileen Larson envisions daily parental help in classrooms, not just occasional baking. The plan would run at one site with open districtwide enrollment, rotating volunteers to support teachers, while ensuring inclusivity for working families and employer involvement.
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KU Allen Fieldhouse Renovation Could Add Seats
Kansas University’s Allen Fieldhouse renovation secured bids under a 1.5 million ceiling with C W Luebbert of Blue Springs posting the low bid at 1.2 million. Architect Allen Wiechert said funds may add seating while improving fire safety with sprinklers new exits and internal stairs before KU’s November 10 home opener.
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Retiring KU faculty mark changes in 30 40 years
Kansas University faculty member Glen Wolfe and 36 longtime colleagues are retiring after decades of shift in teaching. The professor recalls expanding class sizes from 150 to larger lectures and a move from essays to multiple choice tests as genetics and cloning topics rise. He notes less personal contact with students amid growth at the university and broader social and economic pressures.
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Tonganoxie names interim police chief amid shooting inquiry
The city appointed Bill Adkins as interim chief on Monday, saying the move predates the April 22 shooting of Max Bradley by law enforcement. The firing remains under review by the county attorney, with KBI toxicology pending and officials noting no charges yet.
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