Maria Benevento - The Kansas City Beacon

Two people present a powerpoint to a group at DeLaSalle Education Center

This KC high school is banning cellphone use. Here’s why

by Maria Benevento January 31, 2023January 31, 2023

A sign that reads "I heart Kansas City Public Schools"

KCPS aims to fill gaps in community engagement after vote to close schools

by Maria Benevento January 26, 2023January 26, 2023

Students and families discuss school options

How to choose a school in Kansas City

by Maria Benevento January 24, 2023January 24, 2023

Board members listen to public comment

KCPS proposes closing two schools, not 10, after community feedback

by Maria Benevento January 12, 2023January 12, 2023

What to know about MOScholars, the state program providing scholarships for private schools

by Maria Benevento January 11, 2023January 11, 2023

A student raises a hand in a classroom

Here’s what Missouri lawmakers want students to learn — or not learn — in school

by Maria Benevento January 5, 2023January 5, 2023

A student high fives a wolf mascot while exiting a bus

19 ways Missouri lawmakers want to change school funding and spending in 2023

by Maria Benevento January 4, 2023January 10, 2023

A school building in the snow

Missouri ‘school choice’ bills to watch in 2023

by Maria Benevento December 27, 2022December 20, 2022

Student with a backpack walking near a library

Loan forgiveness, hazing, vaccines: Missouri higher education bills to watch in 2023

by Maria Benevento December 22, 2022December 20, 2022

People holding signs. One reads 'Effort is in our hearts, for James Elementary. WHAT IS IN yours?!?! DON'T CLOSE JAMES!!!'

KCPS outpaces charter schools in preliminary enrollment after falling behind last year

by Maria Benevento December 16, 2022December 16, 2022