Prepping for Negotiations

Get ready to set your board up for success in professional negotiations! Our upcoming Prepping for Negotiations seminars, led by KASB attorneys, provide a comprehensive 90-minute review of both legal requirements and board goals crucial for negotiating 2025-2026 professional contracts. These regional seminars satisfy the annual training requirement of the Professional Negotiations Act.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity — register now for the location and date that works best for you: 

• Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 2:30 - 4 p.m. in Concordia
• Tuesday, Feb. 4, from 6:30-8 p.m. in Dodge City
• Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 2:30-4 p.m. in Haysville
• Wednesday, Feb. 5, from 6:30-8 p.m. in Lyons
• Tuesday, Feb. 11, from 6:30-8 p.m. in Oakley
• Wednesday, Feb. 12, from 2:30-4 p.m. in Hays

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Clerk’s Workshop 

Wednesday, February 12 from 9:00 am –  4:00 pm in Topeka at the Sunflower Nonprofit Center  – 5820 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, Kansas 66606

We know that supporting your district's board members and leadership can be challenging, especially with ever-changing requirements, mandates, and information. Stay one step ahead by participating in our upcoming Clerk’s Workshop, perfect for new and seasoned board clerks.

At this workshop, you'll dive into breakout sessions covering relevant topics, such as employee leave, policy and agenda management systems, purchasing cooperatives, statewide data information and more.

Don’t miss this opportunity to benefit from the expertise of KASB’s legal team and engage in collaborative sessions with fellow board clerks from across the state.

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School Finance 101

Friday, Feb. 14 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Online

Get ready to learn everything you need to know about how your school district's budget works at School Finance 101! This interactive workshop breaks down funding formulas, common terminology and strategies for allocating resources to support student success.

You'll also learn how to engage your community in shaping a district vision that aligns with shared goals for your children. Plus, a panel discussion will cover important funding sources like ESSER and ARPA, and how to access them.

Let KASB equip you with the tools and knowledge to make informed financial decisions for your district!

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Section 504 Workshop

Thursday, February. 27 from 9 a.m to 3 p.m., at the Sunflower Nonprofit Center  – 5820 SW 6th Avenue, Topeka, Kansas 66606

Identifying students in need and navigating Section 504 can be overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Our Section 504 Seminar equips you with the knowledge and tools to create educational plans that set your students up for success.

Join us for a full day seminar focused on serving students with disabilities. Follow along with our KASB attorneys as they take you step-by-step through Section 504 procedures, including:

• Building a solid foundation with Section 504 basics
• Navigating forms, processes, and procedural requirements
• Practical strategies for accommodating specific disabilities
• Real-world insights from case reviews

You’ll leave this workshop ready to provide the right resources and specialized instruction to the students who need it most.

Pricing: Season Pass Eligible 

Non-Season Pass:  $150

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KASB Day at the Statehouse

Join us for KASB's Day at the Statehouse on Wednesday, March 12 from 9 a.m - 4 p.m. 

Come together with board members from across the state to tell the story of public schools at the Kansas Statehouse! Use your voice to advocate for KASB's key legislative priorities: public funds for public schools, fully fund special education, re-up the school finance formula, flexibility in at-risk funding, and recruitment and retention of your outstanding educators. 

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Board Presidents and Leadership Teams Workshop

Friday, March 28 from 9 a.m to 2 p.m., in Derby, KS at the Derby USD 260 Administrative Center

Don't miss our Board President and Leadership Teams Workshop! Bring together your board leadership team to gain the skills and knowledge you need to make your district’s vision a reality.

As a team, you will identify each person’s role and enhance the working relationship between the superintendent and board. Understand the foundational components of effective board meetings and learn strategies for communicating within your team and with the community. 

Pricing: Season Pass Eligible 

Non-Season Pass:  $150

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Safe Schools & Threat Preparedness

KASB is partnering with the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Safe and Secure Schools Unit, Kansas Bureau of Investigation, Kansas Attorney General’s Office and multiple federal agencies to provide regional school safety trainings and educational briefings.

The intent of these trainings is to coordinate information from local, state and federal partners to provide quality training and support to students and staff. Consultants from the Safe and Secure Schools Unit will provide these trainings across the state to cultivate connections and relationships between educators, school resource officers and local law enforcement officials.

All trainings will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Don’t miss out on this opportunity — register now for the location and date that works best for you: 

• Wednesday, April 2 – Wichita USD 259
• Wednesday, April 9 – Dodge City USD 443
• Wednesday, April 16 – Blue Valley USD 229
• Wednesday, April 30 – Hays USD 489

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