
Elevate Leadership 3 leaders, Heath Henderson and Kristie Thackery, were able to sneak in an on-site visit earlier this week before the snow hit. What a valuable experience for our leaders to go into one another's buildings, observe, and offer feedback! #edleadershipmatters


Next week will be busy for our #KSSA members! Tuesday (2/18) is Day on the Hill and Wednesday (2/19) morning KSSA is hosting a Capitol Visit. During these events, KSSA members will be meeting with their state legislators to advocate for public education. #edleadershipmatters


Due to the winter weather forecasted for this week, we are taking proactive measures to reschedule all workshops originally scheduled. If you were planning on attending any of the workshops listed, please check your email for information about a make-up date. Stay warm & safe!


Last week concluded week 4 in the legislature. Here is a high level look at what took place and a peak into what is on the schedule this week. It will be a full week of bill work. Contact your legislators to share your opinions! A full email is out too. #edleadershipmatters


Our KELI Year 2 Building Leaders were in Salina today focusing on building cultures of well being and leading for learning in their schools. We are thrilled to partner with #KELI to provide this meaningful PD to our leaders. #edleadershipmatters


Our Elevate Leadership 3 cohort met today on Zoom to discuss reflections on their peer observations, instructional coherence, & structures for securing accountability. #edleadershipmatters #elevateleadership


Teachers in the Western Kansas Leadership Academy are meeting today in Garden City! The focus of today's learning is Change and Classroom Observations. #WKLA @KASBPublicEd @swplains


The 2025 Women's Leadership Summit is ONE MONTH away, and we could not be more excited for this year's conference hosted in partnership with @KASBPublicEd. There are only a few spots remaining so don't wait to sign up! Use the QR code below to register. #WLS2025


Our member organization, @KSPrincipals is launching their first annual Principal for a Day initiative this Friday, February 7th! This program will give legislators the chance to shadow a Kansas school principal, experiencing firsthand the challenges & triumphs of school leadership. You can visit the KS Principal for a Day webpage to learn more about what this event will entail. Visit https://tinyurl.com/3k23yjcs #PrincipalForADay

Today, we worked with leaders in Blue Valley USD 229 on strong instructional leadership, the importance of having crucial conversations, and analyzing current building data to plan for future growth. Reach out if custom PD might be right for you! #edleadershipmatters


The February issue of Under the Umbrella is out now! This month's issue is full of intriguing articles from leadership, to advocacy, to supporting English Learners. Check your inbox for a link to the magazine. #edleadershipmatters


Here is your legislative recap for the week. This is a very high level summary of what occurred and what bills are on the docket for next week. Please check your email for a complete and thorough summation of this week's events. #edleadershipmatters


The KC Cohort of Elevate Leadership 3 met this afternoon after doing peer on-site visits. There was tons of value in observing one another and reflecting on how each person establishes focus and culture, deepens student learning, and embraces accountability. #edleadershipmatters


KASEA Winter Conference attendees spent their afternoon digging into a wide array of topics in breakout sessions! #edleadershipmatters



KASEA handed out 3 awards today at their Winter Conference. Lindy McDaniel was recognized as the Special Education Administrator of the Year and Dr. Jennifer Wiseman and Aimee Ralph were recognized as the Special Education Professionals of the Year. Congrats and thanks for your dedication to serving Kansas kids! #edleadershipmatters




The 2025 KASEA Winter Conference is kicking off this morning in Wichita! This morning, participants heard from Norman Kunc and Emma Van der Klift on ABILITY AND OPPORTUNITY IN THE REARVIEW MIRROR: Two Insider Perspectives on Inclusive Education. #edleadershipmatters


Today leaders in Elevate Leadership 3 launched their first round of peer observations. Pictured, we have Heath Henderson from USD 490 and Kristie Thackery from USD 402 who spent the morning in Kristie's building. In the afternoon leaders met on zoom to reflect! #elevateleadership


If you are interested in submitting a proposal to present at this year's Uniting Leaders Conference, please note, the deadline for submissions is this FRIDAY, JANUARY 31. Please have your proposal in by the end of the day Friday to be considered! #edleadershipmatters


Our Kansas City group of #elevateleadership 2 is meeting today in Olathe with a focus on communication. Today, leaders are talking through communication plans with an emphasis on impact and diving deeper into what it means to have crucial conversations. #edleadershipmatters



The legislative session is picking up & the advocacy of school leaders is essential in providing legislators with the information they need to make informed decisions. Senate Bill 75 will be heard TOMORROW, January 28. Use the QR codes to gain information so you can take action!
