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The Barstow School Earns Region's Only Responsible AI in Learning Endorsement
The Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (MSA-CESS) has awarded The Barstow School, an independent coeducational school for preschool-grade 12 in Kansas City, Missouri, with its first Responsible AI in Learning (RAIL) endorsement. The School is one of just 31 global institutions—and the only school in Kansas or Missouri—to earn the distinction. “We have long recognized that AI will significantly change, disrupt and improve education, so we developed a strategy to guide us in navigating the
SparkWheel Advocates for Kansas Students at Day at the Capitol
Topeka, KS – SparkWheel proudly participated in the annual Day at the Capitol in Topeka, Kansas, on January 21, 2025. The day included impactful conversations and meaningful connections as SparkWheel engaged with legislative leadership and key policymakers to advocate for Kansas students.Throughout the day, SparkWheel representatives held a series of individual meetings with legislative leaders, emphasizing the importance of continued investment in educational programs and student support services.
Saint Paul School of Theology to Host Exhibit on Human Origins
The Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History traveling exhibit is open from February 4 to May 14, 2025. Leawood, KS — Saint Paul School of Theology will host the traveling exhibit "Exploring Human Origins: What Does It Mean to Be Human?" after the seminary was selected through a national competition offered by the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History (NMNH) and the American Library Association (ALA). "Saint Paul is very excited to be one of just six theological seminaries in the
Celebrating National Mentoring Month: The Transformative Power of Mentorship
January is National Mentoring Month, a time to celebrate the life-changing impact of mentorship on young people across the nation. Mentoring is a powerful tool for shaping futures, building confidence, and helping the next generation of leaders thrive. Why Mentorship MattersResearch shows that mentorship can be a game-changer for young people. According to data from MENTOR, youth with mentors are: 55% more likely to enroll in college, 78% more likely to volunteer regularly, and 90% more likely to hold
