Join us at 9:25 a.m. on Monday, Oct 5 as we go live on our Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/USAKansas) to announce the 2027 Kansas Superintendent of the Year! This year's finalists include: Dr. Brent Yeager (Olathe USD 233), Blake Vargas (Caney Valley USD 436), and Cindy Couchman (Buhler USD 313).
We are so excited to share more about our 2026 Innovation and AI Summit December 1-2 in Wichita. We will have 3 powerhouse keynotes and a great selection of breakout sessions! Visit our website to learn more and register: https://www.usakansas.org/page/innovation-and-ai-summit
On Monday, October 5, we will be going live on our Facebook page to announce the 2027 Kansas Superintendent of the Year. This year's finalists include: Dr. Brent Yeager (Olathe USD 233), Blake Vargas (Caney Valley USD 436), and Cindy Couchman (Buhler USD 313).
There is still time to register for the Secretary's Workshop coming up on October 14th in Wichita. You can learn more about the schedule for the day and reserve your spot by visiting us at https://www.ksprincipals.org/o/kpa/page/secretary-workshop
We kicked off our Instructional Leadership Academy today in Newton! We started the day by reviewing the leadership standards and defining leadership before moving into our collective why and leading for impact. We look forward to working with these leaders this year!
We are working with our New Principal groups in Dodge City and Topeka today. Today's focus is on building a positive school culture through trust and self-awareness and making space for conversations around improvement! #KELI #edleadershipmatters
The #KSPrincipals Board met today to reconnect and plan for their upcoming events! We are so excited for Secretary's Workshop October 14 and the KPA Annual Conference November 4-5. Learn more and register by visiting https://www.ksprincipals.org/o/kpa
We launched the Western Kansas Leadership Academy (WKLA) yesterday with aspiring leaders in Oakley before moving south to work with our Garden City folks today. WKLA participants are learning about mission, vision, and values, and leading for improvement! @KASBPublicEd @swplains
We kicked off the Kansas Institute for Special Education Leadership today in Topeka with a great cohort of committed leaders! This leadership program was created in partnership between USA-Kansas and #KASEA. We look forward to working with these leaders this year!
We are working with New Principals today in Goddard. Leaders are spending the day learning about accountability, SPED, teacher types, walk throughs, evaluation processes, crucial conversations, and more! It's a full and meaningful day of learning! #edleadershipmatters #KELI
We are currently accepting submissions for breakout sessions at the 2027 Women's Leadership Summit, scheduled for March 3-4, 2027 at the Wichita Drury. This year's theme is Saving You a Seat: Women Leading Forward. The deadline for submissions is October 16.
Join school communicators from across Kansas, October 14-16, 2026, at the Shawnee Mission Center for Academic Achievement in Overland Park for a few days of learning, sharing ideas, and connecting with colleagues. Register by Mon. Sept. 28 at www.kanspra.org/events/conferences
We are kicking off our AI Learning Circle this morning (9/25) at 9:00 am with Dr. Tonnie Martinez from K-State University. Dr. Martinez will focus on "AI, Academic Dishonesty, and the Assessment Pivot". Grab the zoom link at https://www.usakansas.org/page/ai-learning-circle
At USA-Kansas, we not only offer regional workshops, we also offer onsite coaching & consultation. Through this individual work with leaders, we can collaborate to bring one of our regional trainings to you. Visit our professional learning page to explore what's right for you!
Leading a Culture of Literacy kicked off yesterday in Topeka. Leaders identified priority areas, collaborated on challenges, and planned for the upcoming month to strengthen their literacy practices. You can still register to join us next month from 9:00-12:00. Register online!
This Friday, September 25th at 9:00 am, we will kick off our AI Learning Circle with Dr. Tonnie Martinez from K-State University. Dr. Martinez will focus on "AI, Academic Dishonesty, and the Assessment Pivot". Grab the zoom link @ https://www.usakansas.org/page/ai-learning-circle
KPA is just a few weeks away from kicking off their fall conferences. On October 14th, KPA will be in Wichita hosting their annual Secretary's Workshop. They will then return to Wichita November 4-5 for the Kansas Principal's Conference. Visit https://www.ksprincipals.org/o/kpa
The USA-Kansas Board of Directors is holding our first meeting of the 2026/2027 school year. We appreciate our association members who serve in their associations, in their schools and communities, and on our board. #edleadershipmatters
We are thrilled to announce the 2027 Kansas Superintendent of the Year Finalists. Congratulations to, Dr. Brent Yeager (USD 233), Blake Vargas (USD 436), and Cindy Couchman (USD 313). We look forward to announcing the winner on Monday, October 5th. #edleadershipmatters
Registration for the 2026/27 Instructional Leadership Academy closes on Monday, September 21. The ILA is designed to strengthen the capacity of school leaders to positively influence teaching, learning, and student outcomes. Learn more at www.usakansas.org or use the QR code!
