Skip to main content

News

Posts 1-15 of 234
Business, Operations and Leadership Development (BOLD)

BOLD Cohort Begins Year of Leadership Growth and Real-World Learning

The 2026-27 Building Outstanding Leaders in Districts (BOLD) cohort is off to a strong start after two days of immersive learning focused on leadership, strategic thinking and district operations.
LFT Session 5: Graham County and Trego County

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
40 by 40 logo on the background of a Teacher high-fiving a special needs student

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
Being Brian, KASB Executive Director, Dr. Brian Jordan

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
KASB NEWS

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
KASB Board of Directors Meeting Summary

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
Leadership for Tomorrow: Session 4 - Hugoton & Liberal

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
Helio Achievement Awards

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
Being Brian, KASB Executive Director, Dr. Brian Jordan

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
BOLD: Business, Operations and Leadership Development

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
Being Brian, KASB Executive Director, Dr. Brian Jordan

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,
KASB NEWS

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.
Human Resources Services

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
Kansas Association of School Boards, Board of Directors Meeting Summary - June 5-6, 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
Leadership for Tomorrow: Session 3 - Udall & Goddard

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