Lawrence schools to host three day reading and math review
Lawrence public schools will host a three day visit by 16 out of town consultants to assess reading and math instruction. The Kansas Learning Network program aims to identify problem areas and propose changes to improve student outcomes after Lawrence missed targets under No Child Left Behind.
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Visiting experts lineup joins Kansas Learning Network in Lawrence
The roster includes Cross & Jeftus consultant Ray Daniels Steve Gering Wendy Jo New and Connie Wehmeyer from Kansas State Department of Education Diane DeBacker commissioner Chelle Kemper western Kansas education program consultant Don Gifford Sandy Guidry Nick Nelson education program consultants Also listed are Geary Geary associate superintendent Pat Anderson Carol Arjona Beth Hudson Hutchinson Donna Davis Heather Hastie-Ulery Pittsburg Courtney McCartney Lakeside Elementary principal and Chanute Diane Watkins associate superintendent of curriculum and instruction
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Kansas Learning Network
Cross & Jeftus
Ray Daniels
Steve Gering
Wendy Jo New
Connie Wehmeyer
Kansas State Department of Education
Diane DeBacker
Chelle Kemper
Western Kansas
Don Gifford
Sandy Guidry
Nick Nelson
Pat Anderson
Carol Arjona
Beth Hudson
All of Geary
Donna Davis
Hutchinson
Heather Hastie-Ulery
Pittsburg
Courtney McCartney
Lakeside
Diane Watkins
Chanute
Weather balloon soars to near space for KU research launch
KU aerospace engineering students and amateur radio operators launched a weather balloon carrying tracking gear cameras and science experiments to about 102000 feet. Verhage said the near space flight reached 90 minutes after takeoff with the payload parachuting down after a 3 hour chase near I 70 Missouri.
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Kansas University
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Aerospace Engineering
Lawrence
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Kansas City
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Andy Alexander
Spring Hill
Online price guide pins marijuana street value in Lawrence
A Kansas newspaper reports priceofweed com a site compiling user submitted marijuana prices including about two dozen Lawrence entries. The tool aims to aid users in evaluating local prices while police note variability due to supply demand and product quality.
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Journal-World
Priceofweed.com
Steve Lewis
Douglas County
Lawrence Model Railroad Train Show At Douglas County Fairgrounds
The 10th annual Lawrence model railroad show runs February 19 at Building 21. Lawrence Model Railroad Club and local clubs display layouts with awards for best model. Tickets are 6 dollars at the door, free for under 12 with an adult. canned goods bring a one dollar door discount. Proceeds support LINK food kitchen. donations of door prizes and contest awards are sought via Jim Taylor.
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Link Food Kitchen
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Trout stocked at Lake Shawnee in Topeka
About 2100 rainbow trout were released into Lake Shawnee this weekend with a plan to add 3600 pounds more of cold water trout in the coming days. A temporary catch ban remains until November 6 to allow dispersal. Knight noted most fish exceed 11 inches, with at least 600 over 4 pounds, and fishing requires a Kansas license and a trout permit.
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Shawnee
Knight
Kansas State
Gasoline prices dip to $2.59 at several stations
The Journal-World reports gasoline is as low as 2.59 at multiple stations. Readers are urged to call 832-7154 if they locate a lower price, highlighting a price watch for drivers and local competition.
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Caroline Trowbridge Assignment Director Draws Attention
LJWorld identifies Caroline Trowbridge as assignment director with contact 832 7154 and email drowbridge ljworld com for media or newsroom coordination.
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