Education

To curb fear in the unknown, Enam Haddad tells her children that the virus is like little red dots that need to be avoided. (Collage by Vicky Diaz-Camacho | Image: Library of Congress)

curiousKC | How Do You Discuss the Scary Virus With Children?

By Vicky Diaz-Camacho | December 14, 2020

The curiousKC team talks to parents and experts about how to discuss COVID-19 with children.

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Pandemic has changed education. What do Kansas Citians want our team to report on next?

Calling students, teachers and parents: What questions do you have about the future of education?

By Vicky Diaz-Camacho | November 17, 2020

Teachers, parents and students, send us your education questions. Our engagement team will report on the stories that matter to you.

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Central High School Principal Anthony Madry, left, depends on the Central Clergy Alliance for help in his schools. The Rev. Faith Allen, center, of Jamison Temple Memorial Church, and Bishop Eric D. Morrison of Kingdom Word Ministries are Alliance members.

Central High School, Nearby Clergy, Changing Narrative for Community

By Bill Tammeus | October 25, 2020

Central High School’s principal and nearby clergy are turning the school into a community center to help students and families succeed.

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Chicano activism in Kansas City's West High School in 1969

Kansas City’s Place in Chicano History

By Vicky Diaz-Camacho | September 29, 2020

On Sept. 16, 1969, students mobilized a Chicano walkout at Kansas City’s West High School. Self-made periodicals, newsletters and newspapers were integral to getting the movement going.

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Latinos are the fastest-growing demographic in the U.S.

A Seat at the Table: Latino Educators on Mentorship and Education in KC

By Vicky Diaz-Camacho | September 22, 2020

Here’s what three Kansas Citians are doing to support the metro’s Latino students.

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