Lawrence School Board Approves Legislative Priorities
The Lawrence school board has approved its priorities for the Kansas Legislature, focusing on key values such as academic freedom, local control, and fully-funded special education.
On Monday, the school board members voted 5-0 in favor of the 2026 legislative priorities without any additional discussion or feedback.
Notably, Board President GR Gordon-Ross was absent, and board member Anne Costello had submitted her resignation on the same day.
Academic freedom, local control and fully-funded special education are among the main values.
The approved priorities will guide the district's efforts in the upcoming legislative year.
Author's summary: Lawrence school board sets legislative priorities.