A Teacher's Creed

Teacher's apple on a stack of books (Photo by J. Schafer)

Wednesday, February 3rd, 2016, by John Richard Schrock

Our future is in the hands of our teachers. Shouldn't we allow educators the freedom to create their ideal teaching environment? Commentator John Richard Schrock tells us how all students are unique - just like their instructors - and he's come up with his own "Teacher's Creed."

Conversations: Mark Perna, "Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations"

Friday, October 25th, 2019, by Dan Skinner

How do you inspire young employees? On this edition of Conversations, Mark C.

Conversations: Joan Marie Galat, "Solve This!"

Friday, May 18th, 2018, by Dan Skinner

On this edition of Conversations, Joan Marie Galat joins us to talk about Solve This! Wild and Wacky Challenges for the Genius Engineer in You. The book is designed to introduce children to the engineering process and engage their problem solving skills. The book published by National Geographic Kids series.

Conversations: Linda Nathan, "When Grit Isn't Enough"

Friday, April 27th, 2018, by Dan Skinner

What does it take to succeed in college? Linda Nathan has taught at the Harvard Graduate School of Education for 15 years and was the co-founder of the Boston Arts Academy where she served as headmaster for 14 years. Drawing from that experience and more, on this edition of Conversations, Dr.

Conversations: Noliwe Rooks, "Cutting School"

Friday, March 9th, 2018, by Dan Skinner

Noliwe Rooks is the Director of American Studies and associate Professor of Africana Studies at Cornell University. She was previously the associate director of African American studies at Princeton. She’s written two previous books, and on this edition of Conversations, joins us to talk about her latest, Cutting School: Privatization, Segregation, and the End of Public Education.

Humanities Lecture to Cover Philosophical Origins of American Political Theory

Thursday, February 23rd, 2017, by Laura Lorson

Matthew Stewart argues that the American founding fathers' political philosophy has deeper roots than you might expect.

State Supreme Court Says Kansas Lawmakers Didn't Fix School Funding Disparities

Saturday, May 28th, 2016, by Stephen Koranda

The court says lawmakers have until June 30th to fix the funding disparity issue.

Kansas Supreme Court Invalidates School Funding Law

Thursday, February 11th, 2016, by Associated Press

The court gave legislators until the end of June to come up with a new law.

Lawmakers to Discuss School District Consolidation Bill

Friday, January 29th, 2016, by Associated Press

Any county with fewer than 10,000 students would end up with just one countywide district. It's expected that some people would be...shall we say...unhappy with that plan.

Kansas Lottery Seeks to Sell Tickets from Vending Machines

Wednesday, January 27th, 2016, by Associated Press

The state of Kansas currently bans electronic ticket-dispensing machines.

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Anderson-Roe duo live
Anderson-Roe duo live
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The two pianists preview their Carlsen Center recital the same night.

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Smokey Valley String Orchestra performance
Smokey Valley String Orchestra performance
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Description: The Smoky Valley String Orchestra will perform at the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery in Lindsborg on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at 2:00 p.m. The concert continues a tradition of area musicians performing at the Gallery during the holiday season and a reception will follow the performance. The String Orchestra is made up of Smoky Valley High School students and is under the direction of Henry Littach. The Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery is located at 401 North First Street in Lindsborg. There is no charge for admission, however, seating is limited. For further information, please contact the Gallery at 785-227-2220 or fineart@sandzen.org. Submitted by: Ron Michael Birger Sandzėn Memorial Gallery

Sun, December 15th - 2:00pm
Sun, December 15th - 2:30pm

Northland Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops Concert
Northland Symphony Orchestra’s Holiday Pops Concert
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Description: The Northland Symphony Orchestra will celebrate the holidays with a variety of festive pieces and accompaniment from children’s choirs from the Park Hill and North Kansas City school districts. Admission is free. Submitted by: Paige Buckmaster Northland Symphony Orchestra

Sun, December 15th - 2:30pm

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A Teacher's Creed

Conversations: Mark Perna, "Answering Why: Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations"

Conversations: Joan Marie Galat, "Solve This!"

Conversations: Linda Nathan, "When Grit Isn't Enough"

Conversations: Noliwe Rooks, "Cutting School"

Humanities Lecture to Cover Philosophical Origins of American Political Theory

State Supreme Court Says Kansas Lawmakers Didn't Fix School Funding Disparities

Kansas Supreme Court Invalidates School Funding Law

Lawmakers to Discuss School District Consolidation Bill

Kansas Lottery Seeks to Sell Tickets from Vending Machines

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