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The pandemic caused a greater loss in math instructional time compared to English language arts. There was also a loss in instructional time in virtual or distance learning compared to hybrid or in-classroom instruction.

Lead to Read KC uses volunteer reading mentors for one-on-one sessions to establish the "foundation for all other learning."

The latest controversy involves what is normally a routine practice for school boards. Derby's five-year blueprint was crafted by dozens of parents, students, employees and community members.

Parade Park was a symbol of pride for Black families in Kansas City who finally got their chance at home ownership — but the neighborhood may not survive redevelopment. Plus, staff shortages are forcing Missouri school districts to consider four-day weeks.

The schedule change is designed to boost recruiting and keeping staff as schools across the country struggle with teacher shortages.

Two Republican members of the Kansas school board were ousted by more conservative challengers who have criticized lessons on racism, sexuality and gender identity.

A grant from the U.S. Russia Foundation will fund free online Russian language classes for Kansas high school students. The courses also explore Russia’s history, culture and politics.

Kansas is dealing with the most severe teacher shortage it’s ever known, and it's likely to be even worse by the fall. Plus, celebrate Sliced Bread Day in Missouri with the story of how one small town revolutionized our food culture — and then forgot about it.

The Kansas teacher shortage has been building for years. But new research by the RAND Corporation shows that the COVID-19 pandemic increased teachers’ levels of stress and burnout and may be accelerating the exodus.

At the start of the pandemic, teachers were praised for their ability to adapt. Now large numbers of teachers are leaving the profession earlier than expected.

A group in charge of evaluating Kansas graduation requirements says classroom time is a poor yardstick for measuring learning. It's arguing for ways to let local school districts sub in real-world experiences and other metrics more calibrated to the 21st century.

Dr. Mark Bedell, who led Kansas City Public Schools for the last six years, oversaw the restoration of full accreditation to the district for the first time in eight years.