Thursday, Aug. 13, 2026 | Issue 202

Representatives of Wichita USD 259, Wichita State University, the Kansas State Department of Education and the Kansas Board of Regents met before presenting, “Beyond Summer School: A New Model for Literacy Acceleration,” to the Kansas State Board of Education during their August meeting this week. 

State Board hears presentation on Wichita-area pilot program for early readers

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education learned more during their August meeting about a reading camp earlier this summer for K-2 students in Wichita. 



The initiative, “Beyond Summer School: A New Model for Literacy Acceleration,” was created as a pilot in collaboration among educational professionals in Wichita USD 259, the Kansas State Department of Education and Wichita State University. Twenty-five high-risk students were selected from three USD 259 elementary schools to attend the three-week reading camp, which included a half-day of literacy instruction, and a half-day of activities provided by community partner organizations. 

Watch this video to learn more about the collaboration that made this pilot program possible. 

Read more here about the Wichita summer reading pilot and the action items approved during State Board's August meeting.

Kansas dyslexia initiatives and

KESA compliance

By Dr. Laurie Curtis, KSDE assistant director of teaching and learning for literacy

There are three specific requirements related to the state’s dyslexia initiatives that are connected to KESA compliance. Two of those requirements have to do with professional learning of teachers and one is related to universal screening for reading risk.  



One type of professional learning is specific to new educators and is referred to as the KSDE Initial Dyslexia Training Modules. New teachers hired for the first time in Kansas, or teachers new to teaching in Kansas that are licensed and/ or endorsed elementary; early childhood unified; high incidence special education K-12; ELA 5-12; reading specialist; school psychologists, are required to receive these Initial Dyslexia Training Modules provided by KSDE. 

Read more here about the Kansas dyslexia initiatives and their relation to KESA compliance.

Important information shared with Kansas superintendents and other leaders

on Aug. 13

Kansas Education Commissioner Dr. Jake Steel and the three KSDE deputy commissioners shared the following information on Aug. 13, with Kansas superintendents and other educational leaders.  

Literacy screening changes as a result of HB 2485 

• Screening data now submitted via the Kansas Education Data System (KEDS), not KIDS. 
• Use composite scores for 2026–27. 
• The grade levels that will be screened are Pre-K through the fall of ninth grade. 
• The three risk levels are high, low/some, at benchmark. 
• The reporting deadlines are Oct. 10, and May 28, 2027. 
• Current approved screeners may still be used. 
• Kansas will move to one statewide universal screener during the 2027–28 school year. 

Read more here about the deadlines and other information districts need to know.

New teacher licensure application fees

to start Oct. 1 

Beginning Oct. 1, the application processing fee will increase by $20 for all teacher licensure applications. This change was approved by the Kansas State Board of Education during their June 2026 meeting.  

The new fee will apply to all license applications submitted on or after Oct. 1. Applicants who submit materials before that date will be processed under the current fee structure. 



Contact TLALicense@ksde.gov, (785) 296-2288 with questions or go to the KSDE teacher licensure webpage. 

Title IV-A expenditure survey

for 2025-26 due by Sept. 25

The Title IV-A Expenditure Survey for SFY25/26 regarding information for the Consolidated State Performance Report should be completed by Sept. 25. 

This survey will allow the KSDE to report federally required data regarding Title IV, Part A to the U.S. Department of Education. Responses should include only the amount of funds expended for each content area (Well-Rounded Education, Safe & Healthy Students, and Supporting the Effective Use of Technology) from July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026. 

• If your district utilized Title IV, Part A funds, please enter the amount expended for each content area. 
• If your district did not expend funds in a given content area, please enter "0". 
• If your district transferred all of your Title IV, Part A funds, please enter "0" for each content area. 

Complete this REQUIRED survey by Friday, Sept. 25. KSDE greatly appreciates all you do and thanks you in advance for your time. 

Contact Christine Macy, christine.macy@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-3287, with questions. 

Final reminder: Deadline for Pathways student data management

reporting is Aug. 15 

The deadline to submit information for assigning Career and Technical Education (CTE) students to a pathway is Aug. 15, in the authenticated applications website. 

This includes updating a CTE student’s participant, concentrator, or completer status. Users need either "School Approve" or "District Org Update" access to submit data.  

Contact PathwaysHelpDesk@ksde.gov with questions or technical assistance. 

Reminder: 2026-27 KSDE enrollment handbook available online 

The 2026-27 KSDE enrollment handbook is posted on the KSDE Fiscal Auditing webpage under the “Audit Guides” headline. 

The enrollment handbook is a resource to assist schools in reporting data for student enrollment and funding purposes. Updates and changes for the 2026-27 school year are highlighted in yellow and will be discussed during upcoming Counting KIDS workshops during selected dates between Aug. 24 and Sept. 14.  

It’s not too late to register for the Counting KIDS sessions. District staff who are responsible for entering Count Day data should plan to attend.  

For a complete schedule and registration information, see the Fiscal Auditing webpage. 

Contact auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976, with questions.   

Reminder: The EDCS is open

for the 2026-27 school year 

The Educator Data Collection System (EDCS) is now open for the 2026-27 school year.  Districts should submit their system's Fall Vacancy Report (FVR) by 5 p.m. CST on Sept. 25. 



Contact Sarah Eaverson, sarah.eaverson@ksde.gov, with questions about the EDCS or the FVR. 

ICYMI: KSDE to release 2026-27 version of the Kansas Education Data System (KEDS)

By Christopher Fletcher, KSDE IT team

The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) is preparing to release the 2026-27 version of KEDS, the Kansas Education Data System. This initiative aims to improve data standardization, enhance system interoperability, and create synergy with the Statewide Longitudinal Data System (SLDS). 



The primary procedural change with KEDS is transitioning from a file upload method of reporting to a sync method which is enabled by an Application Programming Interface (API) connection between KSDE and the district or school’s student information system (SIS).

Read more about the transition to KEDS to improve data standardization.

KSDE hosting virtual and in-person at-risk accountability plan informational sessions

KSDE is hosting virtual and in-person training sessions In August and September to support districts getting their at-risk accountability plans ready for submission by Oct. 31. 

These information and training sessions are scheduled before the at-risk accountability plan authenticated application opens on Sept. 21, for districts to submit their plans.

Virtual information and Q&A sessions: 

• Aug. 26: 11a.m. – noon 
• Sept. 15: 1-2 p.m. 

Virtual at-risk plan and application trainings: 

• Sept. 21: 1-2:30 p.m. 
• Oct. 15: 1-2:30 p.m. 
• Oct. 22: 1-2:30 p.m. 
• Oct. 28: 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

In-person at-risk plan and application trainings: 

• Sept. 24, 1-3:30 p.m.; Topeka: Docking State Office Building, 915 S.W. Harrison, Room 350 
• Sept. 29, 1-3:30 p.m.; Dodge City: Dodge City USD 443 district office 
• Sept. 30, 9-11:30 a.m.; Hays: Hays USD 489 Rockwell Administrative Center board room 
• Oct. 1, 1-3:30 p.m.; Eudora: Eudora USD 491 West Resource Center 
• Oct. 5, 9:30 a.m. - noon; Andover: Andover USD 385 district office 
• Oct. 7, 9:30 a.m. – noon; Salina: Salina USD 305 district office board room 

 Register here for all of the above sessions. Registration is limited for in-person trainings.

Contact stateatrisk@ksde.gov with questions about these trainings or the at-risk accountability plans. 

Information provided for the

Kansas Alternate Literacy Screener 

The Kansas Alternate Early Literacy Screener has been renamed the “Kansas Alternate Literacy Screener.” It is only intended for students with an IEP who have a most significant cognitive disability. Teachers will assess students’ early literacy skills using simple rubrics. 

As a result of Kansas HB 2485, KSDE has had to make changes to the Kansas Alternate Literacy Screener. Teachers will need to administer all the rubrics for the student's grade. The score for each rubric will be entered into the score sheet; the scoring guide will assign a performance level based on the total score from all rubrics.  

Districts will then report high risk, some risk, or at benchmark through the Kansas Education Data System (KEDS) by Oct. 10, for this fall and May 28, 2027, for the spring. No entry will be entered for eighth grade comprehension based on the Dynamic Learning Map^® (DLM^®) as has been done in the past. KSDE is in the process of building out the alternate literacy screener for grades fourth through eighth which will be used for the 2027-28 school year. 

For more information on EOYA reporting, refer to the Dyslexia Requirements and Recommendations webpage and Dyslexia Requirements and Recommendations document. 

Contact Cary Rogers, cary.rogers@ksde.gov, with questions. 

Volunteers needed for Kansas Career and Technical Education 2026-27 cluster reviews 

The KSDE career and technical education (CTE) team is looking for educators who want to volunteer to be a part of the upcoming cluster reviews during the 2026-27 school year.  

The CTE team is looking for representation from across the state in all different sizes of schools and educators who have taught or are currently teaching courses in the pathways listed below within each cluster area. Schools eligible for Perkins funding may receive reimbursement for substitutes and travel up to $595. 

 If you or someone from your district is interested in being a part of the review team, fill out the cluster review application and submit to KSDE by Aug. 28. 

Clusters and pathways to be reviewed during the 2026-27 school year: 

• Agriculture 
• Agricultural Technology & Mechanical Systems 
• Animal Science, Health & Related Industries 
• Diversified Agricultural Science 
• Food Products & Processing Systems 
• Plant Science & Industry Operations 
• Energy and Natural Resources 
• Energy 
• Natural Resources & Environmental Sustainability 
• Public Services and Safety 
• Corrections, Security, Law & Law Enforcement Services 
• Emergency & Fire Management Services 
• Government & Public Administration 
• Hospitality, Events and Tourism 
• Restaurant & Event Management 
• Travel & Tourism 

Contact Natalie Clark, natalie.clark@ksde.gov, with questions. 

CTE technical assistance available

in September 

Technical assistance for a variety of career and technical education (CTE) topics will be available in September. 

Those topics include the following: 

• 2026 – 27 CTE calendar due dates 
• Cluster/Pathway updates: 2027-28 Kansas Career Cluster Guidance Handbook Review 
• Review of the summary of pathway changes 
• CTE resources 
• Academic and career integration in CTE 
• Work-based learning (WBL) technical assistance  
• Criteria that must be met for all WBL experiences 
• Review of required WBL documents 
• Kansas Department of Labor information and resources 
• Students’ Right to Know Act information and resources 

Register here for the following CTE technical assistance sessions (except for Sublette):

• Sept. 2: Topeka, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Bishop Professional Development Center 
• Sept. 11: Hays, 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., Hays High School 
• Sept. 21: Overland Park, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Shawnee Mission USD 512 Center for Academic Achievement 
• Sept. 24: Derby, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Derby USD 260 Administrative Center 
• Sept. 28: Sublette, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Southwest Plains Service Center; register here. 

Contact Natalie Clark, natalie.clark@ksde.gov, with questions. 

KSDE CNW to host

fall farm tours in September

The KSDE Child Nutrition and Wellness team is excited to host the fourth year of regional fall farm tours across Kansas in September.  

Tour participants will ride on a bus to visit farms and hear from food partners about sourcing Kansas products. A free local foods lunch will be served at an area school as part of the tour in the following locations: 

• Sept. 11: St. John 
• Sept. 18: Marysville 

The farm tours are free to attend. Sponsors attending the tours will receive education, resources, networking, and inspiration to incorporate local products into Child Nutrition Program menus.  

 Contact Eryn Davis, eryn.davis@ksde.gov, to register or with questions. 

Reminder: KSDE CNW to host regional meetings in September 

KSDE Child Nutrition & Wellness consultants will be hosting meetings throughout the state in September. 

All food service staff are welcome to attend the meetings, 2 – 4 p.m., listed on the CNW Calendar, that cover the following: 

• School food service staff will get the chance to network and connect with other food service professionals.  
• Consultants will provide program updates, conduct professional development training on food safety (in honor of National Food Safety Education Month), and facilitate discussions and sharing among attendees.  

Attendance can count towards annual professional development training hours. 



To register, email the consultant listed in the meeting description. Contact Holly Steinlage, holly.steinlage@ksde.gov, with questions. 

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of

Kansas Day is Friday, Aug. 14 

Since 1995, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library has been helping children discover the joy of books and build a lifelong love of reading. What began as Dolly Parton’s dream has grown into the world’s leading early childhood book-gifting program, providing more than 200 million free books to children across the world. 

The Imagination Library partners with local communities to make sure books reach children right at home. Enrolled children, birth through five years of age, receive a carefully selected book at no cost to their family each month. 

On Friday, Aug. 14, we're celebrating the thousands of Kansas children currently receiving books. Schools can celebrate Dolly's vision and nurture a love of reading in all Kansas kids by doing any of the following: 

• Read with your students. 
• Share enrollment details with families who have a child under five years of age who might not yet be enrolled.  
• Share the Parent Resources from the Imagination Library website below to help families get the most out of reading together. 

Visit the Dolly Parton's Imagination Library of Kansas webpage to learn more. 

(Graphic: All in for Kansas Kids)

Registration is open for

2026 Kansas Civic Engagement Conference 

Registration is open for the 2026 Kansas Civic Engagement Conference that will be Oct. 28, in the Docking State Office Building, in Topeka. 

Register here for “Empowering Kansans through Civic Engagement,” which will bring together educators, students, community leaders, nonprofit professionals, national service members, and individuals passionate about strengthening civic participation across Kansas. 

The conference is designed for a diverse group of Kansans, including: 

• Educators and students, including high school and college students 
• Community partners and leaders 
• Individuals passionate about civic engagement 
• Mentoring, nonprofit, and volunteer management professionals 
• National service members and staff, including AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps seniors 
• Anyone interested in strengthening civic engagement and creating more connected, engaged Kansas communities 

Additional conference and registration information is available at kanserve.ksde.gov. 

Contact volunteer@ksde.gov with questions or go to the Kansas Volunteer Commission website. 

Reminder: Registration open for 2026-27

Dynamic Learning Maps^® webinars 

Registration is open for the 2026-27 webinars designed for educators and leaders supporting students with the most significant cognitive disability who take the Dynamic Learning Maps^® (DLM^®) alternate state assessment aligned with alternate academic achievement standards. 

These webinars provide program guidance, assessment updates, instructional resources, and professional learning opportunities to build local capacity.

Register here for the following online sessions that begin at 3 p.m. (All webinars are recorded and posted on the DLM^® webinar page). 

Aug. 27:  “What do I need to do to get ready for the fall test window?” 

Sept. 10: “How do I write instructional plans?” 

Oct. 8: DLM^® ELA and math instructional resources 

Nov. 5: DLM^® science instruction aligned with the new science Essential Elements (EEs). 

Dec. 10: DLM^® fall test window wrap-up - What needs to be finished by Dec 18?  

Note: This webinar will also cover WIDA Alternate Access and the History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS) Alternate Rubric. 

February 4, 2027: DLM^® spring window. 

April 8, 2027: DLM^® wrap-up – What needs to be finished by April 23? 

Important DLM^® Dates: 

Fall test window: Sept. 14, 2026 - Dec. 18, 2026 

Spring test window: Feb. 1, 2027 - Apr. 23, 2027 

Contact Cary Rogers, cary.rogers@ksde.gov, with questions. 

Reminder: Registration is open for the

2026 Kansas MTSS Symposium

Registration is open for the 2026 Kansas MTSS Symposium, Sept. 15- 17, at the Hyatt Regency, in Wichita.  

There is an incredible roster of national experts presenting at this three-day event, including Dr. Anita Archer, James Nottingham, Dr. Ben Solomon, Dr. Elizabeth Stevens, Jimmy Casas, and many more.  

Kansas Education Commissioner Dr. Jake Steel and all the deputy commissioners will talk about how KSDE is preparing to support Kansas schools in building conditions for student success.  

Space is limited, so register now to secure your spot. We look forward to seeing you there! 

View the event registration page for more information, a schedule of the symposium, and to register. 

Contact Brad Schwartz, blschwartz@pittstate.edu, with questions. 

Kansas FFA member selected as

National FFA officer candidate

Kansas FFA member Jory Ratzlaff, left, of the Canton-Galva (USD 419) chapter, is the state’s 2026 National FFA officer candidate. 

Ratzlaff served as the 2024-25 Kansas FFA president. We wish Jory the best as he prepares over the next several months for the 99th National FFA convention and expo. 



Read more here about the FFA members across the U.S. who are running for 2026-27 national office. 

(Photo submitted by Anthony Meals, KSDE)

Kansas State FCCLA advisors who attended the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. were (left to right) Addalyn Caruthers, Samantha Roberts Dildine, Jennifer Schneider, Duecallion Condo, Jo Ellison, Eden Hill and Braelyn Kimberly. (Photo and information submitted by Shandi Andres, Kansas FCCLA state advisor) 

Kansas FCCLA members

well-represented on national stage

The Kansas FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) excellence was on full display at the National Leadership Conference in Washington, D.C. earlier this summer.

The Kansas chapter of the FCCLA was represented by 417 attendees, including 294 members, 62 advisers, and 61 parents, guests, and chaperones. A total of 395 participants also attended the Kansas lunch cruise on the Potomac River. 

Kansas members achieved outstanding success in several of the NLC events. Three chapters competed in the Knowledge Bowl, with all teams advancing to the Top 16. In skill demonstration events, 22 entries competed and 12 placed in the top 12. Twenty-one members participated in challenge tests, with 13 earning top 10 placements. 

Kansas excelled in STAR events, with 134 entries and 223 members earning 113 gold medals, 92 silver medals, and 18 bronze medals. Forty-eight entries ranked in the top 10 nationally, including four national champions, seven second-place finishers, and four third-place finishers.  

National first-place Kansas winners included: 

• Fredonia Jr. High, Fredonia USD 484: Sutton Stewart, Quaid Barnett, and Cohen Baker, in Chapter in Review Portfolio, Level 1 
• Trelawney Horinek, Sublette High School, Sublette USD 374, in Fashion Construction, Level 2 
• Sadie Ray, Cadence Manners, and Lauren Forbes, Parsons High School, Parsons USD 503, in Repurpose and Redesign, Level 3 
• Teghan June, Piper High School, Piper USD 203, in Teach or Train, Level 2 



Additional recognitions included the Valley Falls USD 338 chapter earning first place nationally in the Community Service National Program category, including Margo Ellerman, Valley Falls High School, who received the Spirit of Advising Award; Jodee Nickell, Humboldt High School, Humboldt USD 258, was recognized as an Adviser Academy 2.0 graduate, and Brianna Gough, Perry-LeCompton High School, Perry-LeCompton USD 343 who earned recognition as a Chapter Adviser Academy Graduate. 

Kansas Technical Assistance System Network  training opportunities

The Kansas Technical Assistance System Network (TASN) provides evidence-based professional learning and technical assistance, grounded in the federal requirements of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). 

• View upcoming professional learning opportunities on the TASN events calendar. 
• Learn more about TASN projects. 

Contact Michele Hayes, mrhayes@pittstate.edu, with questions. 

KSDE School Finance interest letter provides important dates, reporting requirements 

The KSDE School Finance team provides an updated 

interest letter each week to help districts stay informed about key financial timelines and requirements.

This letter includes interest rate information from the Pooled Money Investment Board, state and federal payment schedule reminders, reporting deadlines, legal max notices, budget hearing timelines and other fiscal guidance that support effective financial planning and compliance.

August 

15: Pathways student data management reporting closes in the authenticated applications website. Users need either “School Approve” or “District Org” update access to submit data. Contact: Pathways Helpdesk, PathwaysHelpDesk@ksde.gov.

18: Schoolwide Programs training for Title I building administrators, directors, coordinators and/or district administrators; virtual; 9 – 10 a.m.; https://ksdetasn.org/events/1UaksA. Contact: Roxanne Zillinger, roxanne.zillinger@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-7260

19: Targeted Assistance Programs training for Title I building administrators, directors, coordinators and/or district administrators; virtual; 1 – 2 p.m.; https://ksdetasn.org/events/3JiZ-w. Contact: Roxanne Zillinger, roxanne.zillinger@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-7260

20: Reporting Seal of Literacy Earners training, virtual, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82743025776; Meeting chat link: https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/82743025776; Meeting ID: 827 4302 5776. Contact: Contact: Contact: Sarah Eaverson, sarah.eaverson@ksde.gov, (785) 296-6712, or Leslie Bruton, leslie.bruton@ksde.gov, (785) 296-8011.

20: Schoolwide and Targeted Assistance programs training for Title I district administrators, directors and coordinators, virtual, 2-3 p.m.; https://ksdetasn.org/events/U_35NQ. Contact: Roxanne Zillinger, roxanne.zillinger@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-7260. 

24: Counting KIDS 2026 workshop, 1-4:30 p.m., Northwest Kansas Educational Service Center, in Oakley. Register by Aug. 18. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

24: Schoolwide Programs training for Title I building administrators, directors, coordinators and/or district administrators; virtual; 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.; https://ksdetasn.org/events/escYJA. Contact: Roxanne Zillinger, roxanne.zillinger@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-7260

25: Counting KIDS 2026 workshop, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Dodge City USD 443 district office, in Dodge City. Register by Aug. 19. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

25: Kansas Educational Directory annual review/updates closes. Contact: Marcia Ricklefs, marcia.ricklefs@ksde.gov, (785) 296-4209.  

25: Interlocal budgets due to KSDE to Frank Harwood, frank.harwood@ksde.gov, Dale Brungardt, dale.brungardt@ksde.gov, or Marcia Ricklefs, marcia.ricklefs@ksde.gov, or call (785) 296-3872. 

26: At-risk accountability plan information session, virtual, 11 a.m. - noon. Register here. Contact: stateatrisk@ksde.gov.

27: Schoolwide and Targeted Assistance programs training for Title I district administrators, directors and coordinators, virtual, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.; https://ksdetasn.org/events/cDn4lw. Contact: Roxanne Zillinger, roxanne.zillinger@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-7260.  

27: Counting KIDS workshops, 8:30 a.m. – Noon or 1-4:30 p.m., Auburn-Washburn USD 437 district office, in Topeka. Register by Aug. 21. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

27: Targeted Assistance Programs training for Title I building administrators, directors, coordinators and/or district administrators; virtual; 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.; https://ksdetasn.org/events/3JiZ-w. Contact: Roxanne Zillinger, roxanne.zillinger@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-7260

31: Counting KIDS workshop, 1-4:30 p.m., Eisenhower Elementary School, Abilene USD 435, in Abilene. Register by Aug. 25. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

31: Driver education claim form for reimbursement due. Contact: Jessica Apodaca, jessica.apodaca@ksde.gov, (785) 296-0952.

September

1: Counting KIDS workshop, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Hutchinson CTE Academy, Hutchinson USD 308, in Hutchinson. Register here by Aug. 26. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

2: Counting KIDS workshop, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Southeast Kansas Education Service Center (Greenbush), in Girard. Register by Aug. 27. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

8: Counting KIDS workshop, 1-4:30 p.m., Andover USD 385 district office board room, in Andover. Register by Sept. 2. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

8-9: Kansas State Board of Education meeting, Landon State Office Building, 900 S.W. Jackson, in Topeka. Agenda and meeting materials

9: Counting KIDS workshop, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Maize Performing Arts and Aquatics Center, Maize USD 266, in Maize. Register by Sept. 3. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

10: English Learners Connections webinar, 2 p.m., Register here: https://ksdetasn.org/event_groups/y0xyAw. Contact: Emily Scott, emily.scott@ksde.gov. 

10: Counting KIDS workshop, 1-4:30 p.m., Kansas City Kansas USD 500 central office, in Kansas City, Kansas. Register by Sept. 4. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

11: Counting KIDS workshop, 8:30 a.m. – Noon, Instructional Resource Center, Olathe USD 233, in Olathe. Register by Sept. 4. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

14: Counting KIDS workshop, 1-4:30 p.m., Hiawatha High School auditorium, Hiawatha USD 415, in Hiawatha. Register by Sept. 8. Contact: Fiscal auditing, auditing@ksde.gov, or (785) 296-4976.

15: At-risk accountability plan information session, virtual, 1 - 2 p.m. Register here. Contact: stateatrisk@ksde.gov.

21: Authenticated application opens for at-risk accountability plan submission. Plans are due Oct. 31. Contact: stateatrisk@ksde.gov

25: Fall Vacancy Report (FVR) due in the Educator Data Collection System (EDCS) by 5 p.m. CST. Contact: Sarah Eaverson, sarah.eaverson@ksde.gov

October

8: English Learners Connections webinar, 2 p.m., Register here: https://ksdetasn.org/event_groups/y0xyAw. Contact: Emily Scott, emily.scott@ksde.gov. 

13-14: Kansas State Board of Education meeting, Landon State Office Building, 900 S.W. Jackson, in Topeka. Agenda and meeting materials

November

12: English Learners Connections webinar, 2 p.m., Register here: https://ksdetasn.org/event_groups/y0xyAw. Contact: Emily Scott, emily.scott@ksde.gov. 

9-10: Kansas State Board of Education meeting, Landon State Office Building, 900 S.W. Jackson, in Topeka. Agenda and meeting materials

31: At-risk accountability plans due in the authenticated application. Contact: stateatrisk@ksde.gov