Superintendents oppose federal testing mandate
Lawrence area school leaders backed Rep. Dennis Moore in challenging a federal education reform bill seen as an unfunded mandate for annual student testing. They argued existing assessments suffice and warned new tests would divert money and time from instruction, urging blending mandates with current programs.
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Lawrence School Board Meeting Agenda Highlights
The Lawrence school board meets at 7 p.m. Monday at 110 McDonald Drive to discuss junior high block scheduling and related agenda items.
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Lawrence junior high principals propose new class schedules
Somes principals from Lawrence junior high schools will present proposals for revised class schedules. They aim to improve student pacing and resource use across schools, with timing and impact to be discussed at a district meeting.
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District considers blocking schedules for junior highs
Central, South and West propose four or five block periods up to 90 minutes replacing eight 45-minute days while Southwest favors eight 45-minute periods with longer classes on Wednesdays and Thursdays. After a year of study and a stalled 2000 summit, principals reached competing plans aimed at more collaborative teaching.
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Merit semifinalists and scholars honored. Grant School closure debated
Free State High School and Lawrence High School recognize National Merit Semifinalists and National Achievement Scholars. Public comments heard with Supt. Rand y Weseman and board members. A plan to close Grant School at 1853 E 1600 Road is considered for 2001-2002. Districts shifts in junior high scheduling and 2002-2003 course revisions discussed. A $39 048 Lightspan Inc contract for Even Start literacy software funded by a federal grant is reviewed. Final actions include new board policies on purchasing authority bids and residency enrollment rules.
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