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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

2026 LFT Session 2: Highlighting District Innovation in Southeast Kansas
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
May 13, 2026

KASB Board Member Spotlight: Brian Fitch, Region 6 Vice President
When Brian Fitch talks about serving on a school board, he keeps it simple.
“There’s three rules to being on a school board,” he says. “The first rule is, do what’s best for the kids. The second
May 6, 2026

2026 LFT Session 1: Beginning the Journey and Laying the Foundation
Leadership for Tomorrow is a statewide professional learning program focused on developing education leaders across Kansas. As KASB’s Marketing Communications Manager, my role centers on
April 14, 2026

KASB Board Member Spotlight: Christy Weiler, Region 2 Vice President
When Christy Weiler talks about leadership, she returns again and again to learning, listening and service. A self‑described “forever learner,” Weiler brings those values to her new role as Region 2
April 8, 2026

Foundations of Boardsmanship Builds Stronger School Board Leadership Across Kansas
School board service requires more than attending meetings and voting on issues. It requires a clear understanding of governance, leadership and the laws that guide public education. To help board
March 17, 2026

March 7, 2026 — KASB Board of Directors Meeting Summary
The KASB Board of Directors met Saturday, March 7, 2026, at the Perry-Lecompton USD 343 District Office.
The meeting followed a district tour the previous day, hosted by Perry-Lecompton USD 343 —
March 17, 2026

Turning Challenges into Success in Salina
With an enrollment of around 6,700 students, Salina USD 305 was the 16th largest school district in Kansas last year. Its percentage of low-income students and students with disabilities is nearly
March 4, 2026

How Northern Valley Prepares Students for the Future
With an enrollment of just 155 students last year, Northern Valley USD 212 is one of the state’s smallest districts. Based in Phillips and Norton Counties in northwest Kansas along the Nebraska
March 4, 2026
