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Education August 13, 2024 - 3:41 pm

Second-year Lawrence teachers given Horizon Awards for outstanding work

by Maya Hodison

The Lawrence school district has recognized two new Lawrence teachers for their exemplary work with students.

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Education February 10, 2023 - 6:20 pm

Cordley Elementary students wrap Black Lives Matter week with march

by Photos by Chansi Long

Students, faculty and staff of Cordley Elementary School celebrated Black Lives Matter at School Week, wrapping up the events with a big rally and march on Friday.

Tricia Masenthin/Lawrence Times
Education September 28, 2022 - 6:34 pm

Cordley Elementary’s Hawk Families share diversity through book groups, inclusive stories

by Tricia Masenthin

A new set of picture books at Cordley Elementary will be used to bridge age gaps and experiences. ”Hawk Families” have launched for monthly get-togethers aimed at highlighting the unique lived experiences and diversity of Cordley families.

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Education February 25, 2022 - 1:16 pm

Interim principals of West Middle School, Cordley Elementary to step into roles permanently

by Lawrence Times

Kathy Branson and Becky Reaver, interim principals of West Middle School and Cordley Elementary in Lawrence, respectively, have been promoted to permanent principal positions, the Lawrence school district announced Friday.

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Education October 10, 2021 - 2:35 pm

Lawrence school board to consider donation of trees for Cordley Elementary playground

by Tricia Masenthin

The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider a donation of trees for the playground at Cordley, then meet in executive session to discuss contracts with the PAL-CWA union.

Lawrence news September 27, 2021 - 8:08 pm

Cordley Elementary student struck by car on Mass Street

by Lawrence Times

A Cordley Elementary school student was struck by a car Monday afternoon near 20th and Massachusetts streets, according to an email from the school principal.

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Education July 2, 2021 - 2:14 pm

Cordley teacher wins grant to teach first graders hands-on math with blocks

by Tricia Masenthin

Sarah Rand’s first graders at Cordley Elementary School will get to learn math in a new blocks center with tactile learning tools, thanks to a grant the teacher won.

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