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BOLD Cohort Begins Year of Leadership Growth and Real-World Learning
The 2026-27 Business, Operations and Leadership Development (BOLD) cohort is off to a strong start after two days of immersive learning focused on leadership, strategic thinking and district
October 20, 2026

LFT Session 5: Leading Through Innovation and Community Connection
Leadership for Tomorrow (LFT) is a statewide professional learning program developed by KASB to support and grow education leaders across Kansas through a combination of structured learning and
October 20, 2026

KASB Supports National Effort to Fully Fund Special Education
For five decades, school districts across the nation have worked to meet the educational needs of students with disabilities while Congress has fallen short of its commitment to fully fund the
October 19, 2026

Being Brian: What Do Disappointing Grades Actually Tell Us?
Few topics in education generate stronger opinions than grades.
I learned that firsthand when I was a school administrator during a conversation with staff about late work. We were discussing
October 19, 2026

KASB Welcomes Two Attorneys to Our Legal Team
KASB is pleased to welcome two new attorneys to its legal services team. Together, they bring extensive experience in government service, public policy and legal counsel, along with a shared
September 30, 2026

August 2026 - KASB Board of Direcors Meeting Summary
The KASB Board of Directors met Aug. 22, 2026, at the Kansas Association of School Boards office.
Dr. Jake Steel, commissioner of education, addressed the Board of Directors and Legislative
September 23, 2026

2026 LFT Session 4: Leadership Through Collaboration & Community
Leadership for Tomorrow (LFT) is a statewide professional learning program developed by KASB to support and grow education leaders across Kansas through a combination of structured learning and
September 23, 2026

Helio Awards: Celebrating a Commitment to Effective School Board Leadership
The Helio Awards recognize school boards that demonstrate an ongoing commitment to learning, growth and continuous improvement. Research from the Center for Public Education found that school boards
September 23, 2026

Being Brian: When Disagreement Shows Up at the Board Table
If you serve on a local school board long enough, you're going to run into disagreement. That's not a sign something is broken. In many ways, it's a sign things are working the way they're supposed
September 15, 2026

KASB Names 2026-2027 BOLD Class
Twenty-five school officials from across Kansas have been selected for KASB’s Business Operations Leadership Development (BOLD) class of school leaders.
The BOLD program focuses on the daily
September 15, 2026

Being Brian: Aligning Your Board’s Messaging and Voice
Over the years, one thing I've learned working with school boards across Kansas is that effective communication isn't about saying more. It's about saying the right things, to the right people,
August 24, 2026

KASB Welcomes New Leaders to Support Kansas School Boards
KASB is excited to welcome several new team members who bring a wealth of experience in public education and a shared commitment to serving Kansas schools.
August 19, 2026

KASB Launches Human Resources Services Program
The Kansas Association of School Boards is expanding its support for member districts with the launch of KASB Human Resources Services, a new program designed to help school boards and district
July 1, 2026

June 2026 - KASB Board of Directors Meeting Summary
The KASB Board of Directors met in Salina on June 5-6, for a board retreat and regular business meeting focused on leadership development, strategic planning and organizational priorities.
During
June 17, 2026

2026 LFT Session 3: Building Strong Relationships & Systems
Leadership for Tomorrow (LFT) is a statewide professional learning program developed by KASB to support and grow education leaders across Kansas through a combination of structured learning and
June 17, 2026
