Leadership should not happen in isolation. Building the capacity of teachers to be leaders not only improves building culture but increases staff efficacy and impact. Read what participants in our Aspiring Leaders and WKLA Programs had to say and register your leaders today!
As we engage in more leadership around AI, we share with you a podcast from This Educational Life featuring Executive Director G.A. Buie. In this episode, Buie talks through AI integration, real life examples, and why student experiences with AI matter. Listen with the QR code.
We are excited to share more with you about our work in the area of AI. Our new website LeadershipAIplus.org is ready for review & USA-Kansas Members can begin using the site by creating an account today! Registration for our Summit is now OPEN & PLCs will be coming this fall for even more learning. Check your inbox for more details about each of these initiatives.
The first workshop of SPED & the Building Leader is this Wednesday in Maize! Year 2 will be held next Tuesday the 26th. Start your year off with the SPED training you need for a smooth & successful year. Read what past participants had to say below. Use the QR codes to register.
As you plan for learning this year, don't forget to plan for your own! Review our 2025/2026 Program Booklet & commit to your professional learning for this next year. We offer various workshops, conferences, & networking opportunities. Use the QR to review all we have to offer.
In case you missed it, the first issue of Under the Umbrella for the 2025/2026 school year is out now! The August issue is packed with articles from KS school leaders, member organization reps, sponsors, and more! Use the QR code to access this month's issue. #edleadershipmatters
Our first date of SPED and the Building Leader is next week, August 20th in Maize! If you are interested in diving deeper into all things Special Education, this workshop is for you. If you joined us last year and want to continue learning, sign up for part 2 in Maize August 26. Read what others are saying and use the QR codes to register.
As you prepare to welcome students back, be sure to set aside time to log your professional learning goals for the year. As a PLN Member, you have access to numerous workshops & service discounts. Use the QR codes to learn more & sign up for learning today! #edleadershipmatters
One Summer Elevate Leader shared with us the impact that attendance had on her building and teacher team! If you are ready to jumpstart the leadership in your school, take the first step by joining our #elevateleadership series. Use the QR code to learn more. #edleadershipmatters
Our New Principals Support Program finished day 1 yesterday. We had dozens of new leaders come through one of our three cohorts. Participants planned their first 100 days, built their network, & established their leadership why. Contact us to learn how you might join for day 2!
New Principals met in Topeka today to explore their ‘why,’ build relationships, set goals, and reflect on how to best serve their school families. Thanks to our partners at #KELI and @KSPrincipals for supporting this group! #edleadershipmatters
A brand new issue of Under the Umbrella is here! Check your inbox for the first magazine of the 2025/2026 school year. Magazines come out at the start of each month and are available to all members. The first issue is made available to everyone so check your email for the link!
As school begins, it is important to remember that leadership doesn't have to be done alone! Consider the teacher leaders in your building/district who might be ready to take the next steps in growing their leadership! Use the QR codes to learn more about enrolling leaders today!
As back to school gets underway, remember USA-Kansas is here to support you! Reach out to our leadership team or office staff for anything you might need as students come back to school. Reach us at usaoffice@usakansas.org. Happy 2025/2026 school year! #edleadershipmatters
Back by popular demand: School Finance University! This highly rated training will be offered in the fall with a 101 version and the spring with a 202 version. This training is great for Superintendents, Business Officers, or other fiscal officers. Use the QR code to sign up!
The impact and importance of high quality school leaders on student and staff outcomes can not be overstated. The #elevateleadership program is designed to take any principal to the next level of leadership. What are you doing to improve your practice? Use the QR to learn more.
The impact and importance of high quality school leaders on student and staff outcomes can not be overstated. The #elevateleadership program is designed to take any principal to the next level of leadership. What are you doing to improve your practice? Use the QR to learn more.
Have you heard? We will be hosting an AI Summit for Kansas Educators in Wichita, KS on Wednesday, December 3. All KS Educators are welcome! Registration will open in mid-August, so stay tuned to grab your seat! This event will fill up fast! #leadershipaiplus #edleadershipmatters
The Aspiring Leaders Program is teaming up with our Western Kansas Leadership Academy to create a state-wide version of the program that is geared toward teacher leaders who are interested in growing their leadership capacity. Use the QR codes to learn more! @swplains
We met with our Dodge City cohort of New Principals today! Leaders came together to plan out their first 100 days, instructional leadership, facilitating high quality staff development, and more! Thanks to our partners at #KELI and @KSPrincipals for supporting this group.
