David Hicks

David Hicks writes for The Sentinel, a publication focusing on news and issues in the state of Kansas.

Public Education
Kansas universities spent $45 million on DEI, received $116 million from foreign sources last year

(The Sentinel) – A new state audit says the six Kansas state universities spent $45 million on various Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) activities during the 2022-2023 school year and… Read More

March 7, 2024
Public Education
Kansas school district defends sending flyer from progressive group to parents

(The Sentinel) – Leavenworth USD 453 distributed a flyer to parents recently announcing a day-long event at the State Capitol ostensibly to introduce students to the legislative process, meet… Read More

February 13, 2024
Public Education
Kansas superintendent touts ‘rebranding’ in an era of declining test scores

(The Sentinel) – The Olathe school district does not permit school board members to conduct annual needs assessments to improve student outcomes as required in state law, but district officials… Read More

February 8, 2024
Culture
School choice rally brings cheering supporters to Kansas Capitol

(The Sentinel) – An estimated crowd of over 150 renewed their call for Kansas to join the growing ranks of states offering School Choice at an enthusiastic rally in the Capitol. … Read More

January 26, 2024
Legislation
Kansas Special Education Task Force recommends more funding without required study

(The Sentinel) – Kansas legislation that created the Special Education Task Force directs it to “study and make recommendations for changes in the existing formula for funding of… Read More

January 15, 2024