Public Schools Faces Budget Strain From Rising Costs
Lawrence public schools face higher fixed costs while state aid falls. Salary and health insurance costs rose this year, liability insurance up 25 percent, and natural gas for heating up 19 percent. District contemplates budget cuts, a hiring freeze, and possible staff reductions to cope.
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Lawrence school board adds November study session
The Lawrence school board approved a three hour study session from 3 to 6 pm at district headquarters 110 McDonald Drive to review issues including potential elementary school closures, student relocations, and costs of a Lawrence Alternative High School expansion. The session will air on Sunflower Broadband channel 26 from 7 to 10 pm and is open to the public without public comment.
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Lawrence School Board Delinquent Fees On Agenda
The Lawrence School Board schedules a 7 p.m. meeting at 110 McDonald Drive to review efforts to collect delinquent fees amid ongoing budget concerns. The agenda highlights include discussion of fee recovery measures and potential policy steps.
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District eyes extension for Transworld Systems contract
Rohnert Park California collection agency Transworld Systems has collected 14478 on delinquent student fees since January 2000 while the district paid 4770 for the service. Finance director Kathy Johnson supports continuing the contract due to the rate of return.
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District eyes Transworld to recover delinquent accounts
Pan Transworld Systems was sent 600 accounts tied to 54460 dollars owed the district. The company contacted debtors through mailings for delinquent accounts over three years old. Johnson said turning over all accounts over 120 days past due could improve collections.
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Recognition of National Merit semifinalists and honors
Lawrence High School and Free State High School both recognize ten National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. Free State senior Kendra Jones is also a semifinalist for the National Achievement Scholarship program. Public comments welcomed as district reviews progress with Transworld Systems on delinquent student accounts.
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