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Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Education May 29, 2025 - 9:39 pm

‘It’s never too early, it’s never too late’: Lawrence adult education graduates earn GEDs, diplomas

by Maya Hodison

Joseph Johnson found there’s more to his story after he attempted to end his life at age 20. Collecting his high school diploma on Thursday, six years later, was a testament.

Cuyler Dunn/Lawrence Times
Education May 23, 2025 - 10:05 am

Gina Carter wins $10K Bobs Award for bringing ‘warmth and energy’ to Woodlawn students

by Cuyler Dunn

Gina Carter, a title reading and math teacher at Woodlawn Elementary, said she doesn’t come to a job every day — she comes to a place she truly loves. She was announced as the 2025 Bobs Award winner Friday morning.

Education May 19, 2025 - 1:07 pm

Free State senior wins national forensics title

by Cuyler Dunn

Free State High School senior Anwen Williams added to her impressive list of forensics accomplishments by claiming a national championship in extemporaneous speaking over the weekend.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education May 9, 2025 - 2:19 pm

Haskell graduates encouraged to press on while leaning on community

by Maya Hodison

There’s no place like Haskell Indian Nations University, the university’s commencement speaker said Friday, speaking from experience. Nearly 180 graduates were recognized.

Education May 8, 2025 - 3:14 pm

Lawrence high school journalism programs bring home state awards

by Lawrence Times

Student journalists from Lawrence High and Free State both took home awards from the Kansas Scholastic Press Association this year, adding to a tally of recent honors for the programs.

Education May 7, 2025 - 3:43 pm

Free State wins 6th straight speech title, completes season sweep

by Cuyler Dunn

The Free State High School speech team claimed its sixth straight state championship, completing a sweep of state titles this year after winning the debate crown in January.  

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 25, 2025 - 9:55 pm

Art students, teachers celebrated at Lawrence Arts Center’s Vanguard Awards

by Emilia (Mimi) Rosado Schmitt

Art students and their teachers celebrated their award-winning artwork Friday evening at the annual Vanguard Awards during the opening reception for the USD 497 Exhibition.

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Arts & Events April 25, 2025 - 2:40 pm

Youth-led inclusive period pantry to host block party in Lawrence amid leadership shift

by Tricia Masenthin

As the founders of Honor Moon’s period pantry and nonprofit foundation make their transition from high school to college, they’re teaming up with incoming leaders for a community event.

Nathan Kramer / Lawrence Times
Arts & Events April 24, 2025 - 1:26 pm

Lawrence High choir students prepare for ‘Showtime’

by Nathan Kramer

The musical Lions of Lawrence High School will sing and dance to hits spanning decades during their annual “Showtime” performance, which premieres Thursday evening.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education April 11, 2025 - 4:40 pm

Haskell, KU student researchers present their work at annual symposium

by Molly Adams

Student scientists in now-defunded KU and Haskell programs showcased their work Thursday, sharing research ranging from depression treatments for veterans and proteins’ impact on tumor cells to gene mutations, behavior of prairie voles and more. 

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