VICS

May 25 2026EDUCATION

Economics: The Missing Piece in Kansas Schools

Kansas students are learning about government rules and how to manage their own money, but a vital topic remains absent from the curriculum. The state has pushed for civics tests and personal finance classes, yet many lawmakers treat these subjects as interchangeable. Without economics, learne

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Jan 19 2026POLITICS

The Reading Brain: What Science Says About Learning

The science of reading is fascinating. It shows how our brains learn to read. Most people can talk and listen easily. But reading is a new skill. Our brains use parts for listening, speaking, and seeing to read. For some, it's harder to connect these parts. Research shows that 5% of students learn

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Dec 04 2025EDUCATION

A Visit That's Stirring Up Trouble

A big event is happening at Cedar Drive Middle School in Colts Neck. Linda McMahon, the U. S. Secretary of Education, is dropping by. She's part of a nationwide tour called "History Rocks! " This tour is all about teaching kids the importance of the Declaration of Independence. It's the 250th annive

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Feb 04 2025SPORTS

Novak Djokovic Wants To Be HimSelf

Why would a former tennis player think Novak Djokovic is the greatest? What about Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal? Jo-Wilfried Tsonga started supporting Djokovic. Tsonga felt Djokovic should be the GOAT. . A renowned French tennis veteran, he loved Djokovic. This isn't how he started to feel. It

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Jan 22 2025SPORTS

Djokovic's Comeback: A Clash of Generations at Australian Open

In a thrilling match that lasted over three and a half hours, Novak Djokovic showed why he's still a force to be reckoned with. The 37-year-old tennis star beat Carlos Alcaraz, 16 years his junior, in the Australian Open quarterfinals. Despite a leg injury and a tough start, Djokovic fought back to

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Dec 20 2024EDUCATION

Learning About Jobs and Town Life at Citadel Mall

Tucked away in the Citadel Mall, there’s an exciting program called Young AmeriTowne that’s been running for a few weeks. Students from Colorado Springs can experience the fascinating world of work and town management in a hands-on way. Kids from Vanguard School and other local schools have been ta

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Sep 16 2024EDUCATION

King's Dream Takes Shape: SC Public High Schools to Receive Free Civics Curriculum

The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) has announced a new initiative to provide public high schools with a free civics curriculum inspired by the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The curriculum, based on Anderson University professor Dr. Matt Daniels' book Civil Rights: A Global P

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