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KU band’s new album showcases student talent, music that’s ‘fun to play’
Student musicians are set to blow listeners away on the KU Wind Ensemble’s new album, “Midnight Sun,” a triumphant entry in the group’s repertoire.
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KU band’s new album showcases student talent, music that’s ‘fun to play’
Student musicians are set to blow listeners away on the KU Wind Ensemble’s new album, “Midnight Sun,” a triumphant entry in the group’s repertoire.
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Lawrence superintendent to update community at ‘State of Schools’ address
The Lawrence Public Schools superintendent is set to update the public on the district’s highs and lows of late during his upcoming ”State of Schools” address, which he hopes to make an annual event.
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Photos: Observers show up for eclipse despite cloudy skies
Clouds largely obscured Lawrence’s view of the partial solar eclipse Saturday morning, but that didn’t stop a crowd from showing up at Malott Hall.
Big Brothers Big Sisters seeks volunteer mentors to read with students
With a new initiative between the Lawrence school district and the local Big Brothers Big Sisters program, mentors can assist students with their curriculum — or just spark their love for reading.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
With end of federal program, Kansas students face skyrocketing school meal debt
School lunch debt has snowballed in the year following the end of pandemic-era free meal programs. An advocacy group warns the debt accumulation could hurt and humiliate Kansas children.
Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations to continue this weekend in Lawrence
In honor of Indigenous Peoples Day, Lawrence events on Friday and Saturday aim to celebrate Indigenous cultures and identities, specifically related to ecology.
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Where to view Saturday’s partial eclipse in community
Lawrence will have a view of a partial solar eclipse Saturday, and a few observation events are planned around town.
Education agenda: Here’s what Kansas lawmakers have in mind for school districts and students
A legislative committee on education offered a glimpse at what Kansas lawmakers could propose during the 2024 session. The Legislature hinted at changing the formula for funding special education and pushing more school choice measures.
Maya Hodison/Lawrence Times
During Chamber forum, Lawrence school board candidates convey visions for public education
Lawrence school board candidates during the Chamber’s forum on Wednesday gave their thoughts on past board decisions as well as their visions for public education if they’re elected.
Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Gardens across Lawrence school district allow students to learn by growing
There’s now a blooming garden at every school site in the Lawrence school district, and students are learning how to grow food inside and outside of classroom settings.
Lawrence school board approves contract with consultant to create enrollment analysis
Lawrence school board members voted 6-1 Monday to approve an $80K contract with the same outside consultant the district has used for years to create an enrollment analysis.
August Rudisell/Lawrence Times
Lawrence Transit, library to hold ‘Books and Buses’ story time
Lawrence Transit and the Lawrence Public Library are teaming up for special “Books and Buses” story times this week.
Lawrence Public Library, local artist challenge book bans through art installation
The Lawrence library has partnered with a local artist to stand against books being banned for content, such as diversity, equity, inclusion and LGBTQ+ stories.
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Lawrence school board to consider consultant contract, hear special education update
The Lawrence school board on Monday will hear an update on the district’s special education work as well as consider approving a consultant contract for enrollment projections.
Mackenzie Clark/Lawrence Times
Lawrence school board candidates speak on their top priorities during NAACP forum
Lawrence school board candidates on Saturday afternoon discussed issues they feel are most pressing to the school district and how they’d like to address them.
Upcoming workshop to offer guidance on protecting LGBTQIA+ students’ rights at school
Rainbow Kids & Families has partnered with the ACLU of Kansas to host a workshop Tuesday on the protection of LGBTQIA+ students within the K-12 educational setting.
