Arts Center blends science and creativity for kids
Lawrence Arts Center educators push STEAM through preschool art, dance, clay, and building activities. Margaret Morris says the goal is to dispel the myth that science and math cannot merge with creativity. Project-based learning ties hands-on exploration to deeper understanding. Page 9A.
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Kansas GOP calls for end of Common Core standards
The Kansas Republican Party adopted a resolution urging state leaders to reject Common Core reading and math standards and to prohibit adoption of new science standards. Party chair Kelly Arnold cited a groundswell of opposition and said Kansas risks losing control over what is taught as Common Core unfolds in Kansas and 44 other states.
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State GOP resolution attacks Common Core standards
The state GOP committee says Common Core standards obliterate state control of language arts and math and amount to an unconstitutional transfer of power to the federal government and unaccountable private interests. supporters dispute this, noting state education officials back Core for better student performance and deny a federal curriculum takeover. The panel also approved measures opposing Medicaid expansion, tax increases, and Gov Brownback’s tax cuts, while rejecting a Pompeo Syria intervention request.
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Lawrence to consider 725000 loan for shelter roof
Lawrence city commissioners will discuss approving a 725000 loan to the Lawrence Community Shelter to stabilize financing for a new facility and replace the roof. Shelter director Loring Henderson says refinancing to a 15 year city loan at 2 percent supports budgeting and ongoing operations. Commissioner Jeremy Farmer urges approval as essential to the project.
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Kansas drops proof of lawful residence for license renewals
Kansas Revenue Secretary Nick Jordan said the state will not require renewing licensees to prove lawful U.S. residence. A voluntary program will allow drivers to present birth certificates or passports and have citizenship noted on their license. The move aligns with broader changes to voter citizenship verification.
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Kansas utility seeks $31.7 million rate increase
Officials from the state’s largest electric utility press on with a request for a $31.7 million rate hike affecting select Kansas customers, outlining justification for higher charges and expected impacts across service areas.
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