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.
In 2020, the latest year for which statistics were available, 45,979 Americans died by suicide and there were an estimated 1,200,000 suicide attempts according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. On average, there are 130 suicides per day. Here are some warning signs that you can look for that may prevent one of those deaths.
MCPHERSON – The events, sports, clubs and graduation have all come to an end for the 2021-2022 school year for McPherson High School, which means the grades are in and the honor roll students for the spring semester have been announced.
Dear Amy: I have been divorced for two years. I frequently see my two young daughters, and remain on decent terms with my ex.
In the last few weeks, I have been getting a better understanding of the programs and projects that the United Way of McPherson County and our partner agencies provide. One of the most important programs is the Dolly Parton Imagination Library.
Dear Amy: I have this “thing” about needing to drive, no matter whose vehicle it is. I have to drive.
Dear Amy: My first wife, “Stacey,” and I married young. She loved me.
Dear Amy: “Mary” and I were acquaintances in college. We didn’t talk for years after graduating but would see each other sometimes at bars and say hello.
The 2022 McPherson High School senior class does their annual parade down first street in McPherson at 8:00 A.M. Friday morning. The graduation ceremony for the seniors will be held at the high school at 3:00 P.M. Photo by Joel Muhs
Dear Amy: My partner “Michael’s” father, “Ned” walked out on their family when Michael was a teenager. It was a nasty divorce, leaving behind many emotional and financial scars.