Kansas Faces Longstanding Special Ed Shortage Across State
The September State Board of Education list shows special education positions remain the most unfilled across Kansas. Critics blame the shift to add-on endorsements and master’s level coursework, arguing shortages worsened as veteran teachers retire and universities failed to train new staff in face-to-face programs. John Richard Schrock of Emporia State University urges immediate, fully qualified, on-campus training to avoid shortchanging Kansas special-needs students.
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Real ID troubles spark Kansas license woes and debate
Joseph M. Nocero of Pomona recounts his experience renewing a Kansas license to obtain a REAL ID. He notes the SS card, handwritten birth certificate, and state records required, plus costs and delays for replacements. He questions voter access and federal ID deadlines, urging lawmakers to reconsider.
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Reflections on Protests and Their Impact
A reader argues for nonconfrontational kneeling protests, noting they cause no harm or disruption and may be ignored or heard. The piece weighs three response options ignore, complain, or listen, and asks which leads to less division and a healthier national dialogue.
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