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Education January 27, 2025 - 10:45 pm

Lawrence school district feedback shows need to curb bullying but praises teachers

by Maya Hodison

Participants who gave the Lawrence school district some feedback in the fall said teachers and staff are the backbone, but they see areas for improvement in student discipline and more.

Molly Adams / Lawrence Times
Education February 23, 2024 - 1:50 pm

‘We were just us’: Kansas Master Teacher brings authenticity to Sunflower Elementary classroom

by Tricia Masenthin

It’s early Friday morning and eager students patiently form a line at Jessica Brown’s desk. Several want to congratulate the first grade teacher for her new award. Others want to say hi to a beloved former teacher before starting their day.

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Education May 31, 2023 - 3:48 pm

Sunflower Elementary artist-entrepreneurs raise $2K for animal sanctuary with jewelry sale

by Tricia Masenthin

As students across Lawrence wrapped up their final projects of the school year, a class of Sunflower Elementary first graders put a bow on their service learning project to benefit rescued animals.

Education May 13, 2023 - 8:34 am

Broken Arrow principal to become new principal at Sunflower Elementary

by Lawrence Times

Amanda Green, current principal of Broken Arrow Elementary, will transition into the position of principal at Sunflower Elementary School rather than a new administrative position.

Education May 24, 2022 - 11:04 am

Sunflower first-graders proudly present their donation to feathered friend from Operation Wildlife

by Tricia Masenthin

A unique guest visited Sunflower Elementary on a mission. The kestrel falcon’s task: Pick up a donation from Jessica Brown and her first grade class.

Education May 5, 2022 - 11:10 am

Sunflower first-graders design unique jewelry for auction to benefit injured, orphaned wildlife

by Tricia Masenthin

First-graders in Jessica Brown’s class at Sunflower Elementary have named the muses that inspired the colorful jewelry they’ve crafted. Now it’s time for the public to place bids.

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