Distance learning program taking shape
An interactive distance learning pilot project by Keystone Learning Services is progressing after falling behind schedule.
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Loss of rural internet program could be a problem
by Dennis Sharkey A decision by the Kansas Legislature to eliminate a rural high speed Internet program is problematic for Keystone Learning Services. Director Dr. Tim Marshall told board members last month that the program will be completely eliminated by July of next year. He said Many school districts and other agencies such as public [...]
Keystone may need to address roof this year
Keystone Learning Services is experiencing some drips.
Keystone may look at administrative help
Spring time has meant cuts to the education budget and cuts in staff for the last three years but Keystone Learning Services may reverse the trend this year.
Door still open for Pleasant Ridge to join Keystone
Last year it was thought to be a dead issue but now a possible move for the USD 449 Pleasant Ridge School District to Keystone is back on the table.
Keystone using technology to tame challenging students
by Dennis Sharkey Teaching special needs students can be a challenge for educators at Keystone Learning Services’ John Dewey Learning Academy, but teachers are finding ways to use technology to lessen the challenge. The newest technology at Keystone is the use of iPads and the touch screen technology that they possess. Principal Terri Coughlin said [...]
School budgets crunched, taxes on the rise
If residents of eastern Jefferson County are looking for a sign of economic recovery they’re going to be disappointed when they open their next tax bill.
Keystone may return money to schools if House plan goes through
Keystone Director Dr. Tim Marshall told board members last week that a proposal in the Kansas House would take about $26 million that is owed to KPERS, the state’s employee retirement fund, and give it to special education to help fill a $60 million funding gap.
USD 338 board president responses to ad placed in Vindicator
Valley Falls Board of Education President Paul Brown opened the meeting Monday night disavowing the false implication that the school board had responded to an advertisement that has been appearing in recent weeks in this newspaper.
Keystone ready for move to Ozawkie
A move for Keystone Learning Services to Ozawkie is all but done.