Season 1: The Way We Are
Take Note Season 1: The Way We Are takes an in-depth look at education in the Kansas City metropolitan area, where we are, how we got here and where we need to go.
Summer Meal Programs Work, But …
The quest to address childhood hunger in the Kansas City region unites concerned citizens of all types around one of the most admired programs in our area: BackSnacks Run by Harvesters — The Community Food Network, the program sends 19,000 needy children home from school with backpacks filled with weekend meals. As the largest program…
We Struggle, Too
There’s a perception that the grass is greener in the Blue Valley School District. That may be. After all, the academic scores are consistently high, the facilities are immaculate, and incomes are significantly above average. But when students return for the fall semester they’ll find a major new investment has been made in treating mental…
Preparing for College | Common Grounds
The “Take Note” Team convenes 2017 high school graduates from around the metro to discuss their opinions on school quality and advice to next year’s graduates. See what factors they feel contributed to their success, and whether they’d recommend their path to their peers. Follow “Take Note: Our City. Our Schools. Our Future” as together,…
In His Shoes
Eighteen year old Josh Metje has a prestigious scholarship awaiting him at NYU, but to get there, he’s faced his own share of tragedy. After his brother was murdered, Metje struggled with overwhelming grief. He credits his teachers with helping him through the trauma and with his academic success. Follow “Take Note: Our City. Our Schools. Our…
United Way Program Propels Students To College, Beyond
Graduating from Park University would’ve been a stretch for a child of immigrants, if not for the United Way of Greater Kansas City. That child, Wendy Medina, 25, of Kansas City, received invaluable financial assistance through United Way’s Launch program. Started six years ago, the cost-sharing program has generated approximately $670,000 for 160 students, including…