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Kansas school board approves new history standards
The Kansas State Board of Education has approved new standards for history and social studies classes for public schools despite concerns that they don't focus enough on the contributions of minorities.
KU students among group to win urban design contest, $50K
A team of graduate students from Kansas and Missouri schools have won a $50,000 prize for coming up with the best redevelopment proposal for the Downtown East area of Minneapolis.
Kansas officials waiting for details of Obama visit
State officials have been left to speculate about President Barack Obama's plans for a visit this week to the University of Kansas as they wait to hear more details.
Brownback to tour state universities
Gov. Sam Brownback will visit leaders and students at public universities and colleges around Kansas to discuss his support for higher education funding.
Kansas board to receive latest science standards
Kansas officials will receive an overview next week of the latest draft of new science standards for public schools being developed by a national consortium.
President Obama to travel to University of Kansas
President Barack Obama is coming to the University of Kansas next Friday.
KU changes core curriculum
The incoming freshmen class at the University of Kansas can expect to complete less credits with the KU Core Curriculum change.
Unusually Excellent Educator awarded
Leslie Campbell received a $300 check for her work inside and outside the classroom.
Piper school district sees rapid growth
Piper's elementary school is already at capacity since its upgrade four years ago.
With an increase of 700 students in recent years, USD 203 Superintendent Steve Adams, said the continuous growth is a challenge.
Part II: KU administrators help injured Matt Koontz reach graduation
When you think of Matt Koontz, only one word comes to mind: determination. Despite extensive injuries and missing five weeks of classes, the senior at KU is still right on track to graduate in May.