“The parents said they are fed up. They’ve watched as lawmakers slash the budget, meantime, their children’s classes grow larger and the resources in the classroom diminish. “Its a 60 mile hike that these parents and teachers hope will get lawmaker’s attention. “Some moved to Kansas hoping for quality education for their kids. These parents say they will no longer stand on the sidelines and hope for things to get better. “They’re demanding Governor Sam Brownback reinvest in education in kansas. “Laura Robeson, a local Kansas parent, explains: ‘I’m a mom and schools are my priority and I...
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Children will wear red on Monday, March 30
Here’s another great way to show support of public schools. Not everyone is able to walk to Topeka, but everyone can find a way to tune in, stand up and speak out. Have your child wear red to show support for public ed on Monday, March 30. https://www.facebook.com/MainStreamCoalition/photos/a.158596369790.114979.12415409790/10153199632844791/?type=1&fref=nf...
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Leave a Comment The Game On walk to Topeka started Friday, March 27
Our 60-mile walk to Topeka has begun! Join us, cheer us on and use it as a way to talk to friends and neighbors about issues facing public education in Kansas. Friday’s kick off was held at 9:15 am at Chatlain Park in Merriam. Speakers included Janet Waugh, Kansas State Board of Education, Rep. Stephanie Clayton, Rep. Nancy Lusk. Follow on Twitter at #w4KSkids....
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Leave a Comment Educate Lawrence hosts rally with Game On Saturday at South Park
Please join us at the rally for public education this Saturday at noon at South Park in Lawrence. And help us welcome GAME ON FOR KANSAS SCHOOLS as they walk through Lawrence on their way to Topeka to tell lawmakers to FUND KANSAS SCHOOLS! https://www.facebook.com/events/1072309182783306/...
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