From student outcomes and teacher retention to facility planning and resource alignment, strategic planning is essential for school districts of every size. Implementing a multi-year plan and

KASB is proud to announce the second class of Thrive, a year-long human resources learning cohort for school district leaders. The cohort will gather five times throughout the year at sites across

Students in every Kansas school district rely on federal funding to support essential educational services. Last week, school districts across the country — including here in Kansas — were notified

Nearly 10 years ago, the Kansas State Board of Education adopted its Kansans Can vision, with goals of increasing high school graduation and postsecondary attainment.  There is evidence that the

This month, we’re spotlighting Deerfield USD 216 for its commitment to the eighth characteristic: Team Development — investing in training and development to build shared knowledge, values and

As the school year wraps up and districts across Kansas prepare to close the books on one fiscal year and begin another, now is the perfect time to pause and reflect: What does your board want to

As part of our series on the Eight Characteristics of Effective School Boards, we’re highlighting districts that bring these principles to life. This month, we focused on the seventh characteristic:

The best school boards operate as a team — working together with their superintendent to move their districts forward. Some call it the “Great 8” — seven board members and one superintendent, all

Kansas educational attainment reached new highs on several measures in 2023 and its national ranking for young adults increased over 2022, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Graduation rates in Kansas have increased over the past 10 years according to new data from the U.S. Department of Education. This includes major student groups that have historically lagged behind.

As part of our series on the Eight Characteristics of Effective School Boards, we’re highlighting districts that bring these principles to life. This month, we focus on the sixth characteristic:

Having big goals for your district is important—but making them happen is another story. Too often, school districts create strategic plans that look impressive but don’t lead to real change. The

Lincoln Elementary School in Geary County USD 475 was named as a 2024 National Blue Ribbon school by the U.S. Department of Education. It is one of four Kansas elementary schools and 356 schools

As part of our series on the Eight Characteristics of Effective School Boards, we’re highlighting districts that bring these principles to life. This month, we’re focusing on boards that are

Data is everywhere in education. It’s thrown around in discussions, used to justify decisions, and often serves as the backbone for major initiatives. But here’s the thing—data alone doesn’t tell