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A new statewide policy bars transgender girls from girls’ sports, but the Lawrence school district is still evaluating what compliance will look like and voicing support for trans and gender-nonconforming students and employees.
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The Lawrence school board and Douglas County Commission will soon weigh whether to give First Management Inc. tax breaks to renovate a downtown building into its new corporate headquarters.
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The Lawrence school board on Monday will consider approving the district’s proposed maximum budget for the upcoming year, which would increase property taxes.
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Lawrence school district programs are moving into the former Pinckney and Broken Arrow elementary schools; middle school redesign work is underway; restroom signage is getting more inclusive; and more updates on district facilities.
Early voting is underway in Lawrence, and one week remains until the nonpartisan primary Election Day. Here’s what’s on the ballot and how you can cast your vote.
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The Lawrence school board on Monday approved the next step of the district’s restorative practice model, which will apply the practices to more severe student behaviors.
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The Lawrence school board on Monday will look to approve student enrollment fees, including instructional fees, device fees and extra activity fees that will go into effect this fall.
Classified staff and teachers in the Lawrence school district will receive raises next year after the school board on Monday ratified contracts negotiated by the district and its unions.
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Lawrence school board members on Monday will consider approving contracts with raises for the classified staff and teachers unions. They’ll also consider extending the superintendent’s contract through 2025-26.
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The Lawrence school board on Monday selected Bob Byers to fill a vacant board seat for the remainder of the term, through Jan. 12, 2026.
