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School Supply Closet Faces Funding Shortfall

Thursday, August 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — The expected cost of school supplies for each McPherson Middle School student is about $80.46. While the supply list is basic (pencils, pens and other essentials) it adds an expense beyond enrollment and program fees. For some families, even modest costs... Read More.

Special Education Shortfall is Shortchanging Kansas Districts and Kids

Tuesday, February 27

By the Kansas Association of School Boards KANSAS — During the 2022-2023 school year, Kansas districts spent a total of $382M to cover significant shortfalls in special education funding.Over the past few days, KASB’s team evaluated extensive data from the Kansas Department of Education... Read More.

Salvation Army Facing Significant Shortfall in Fundraising

Monday, January 22

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As the Hutchinson Salvation Army nears the end of their annual fundraising campaign they are in serious need of help.Serious need.Major Paul James said as of Monday they were still about 75 thousand dollars short of meeting their fundraising... Read More.

Red Cross: Donation Shortfall May Impact Blood Supply

Wednesday, August 9

$10 E-Gift Card for Donors in August By American Red Cross KANSAS — The American Red Cross has seen a shortfall of about 25,000 blood donations in the first two months of the summer, which makes it hard to keep hospital shelves stocked with lifesaving blood... Read More.