Kansas Education Funding Task Force
We invite you to join us on Wednesday, July 1 at 12pm (noon) (CDT) to hear from members of the Kansas Education Funding Task Force who will share insights into the data informing their work, and the factors being considered as they develop recommendations for policymakers.
As the task force continues its work, a great deal of information—and misinformation—has been circulated regarding discussions and recommendations. This webinar will provide you with the opportunity to hear directly from task force members about issues under consideration, and some of the common misconceptions surrounding Kansas education funding.
The Kansas Education Funding Task Force is charged with examining the state’s K–12 finance system to determine whether education funding is aligned with student achievement, taxpayer accountability, and the long-term sustainability of public education, and opportunities to improve outcomes for Kansas students.
This webinar is an excellent opportunity for school board members, administrators, educators, and community stakeholders to gain a deeper understanding of the task force’s work and its potential impact on Kansas public education.
Panelist:
Senator Renee Erickson is a lifelong Kansan, educator, and a tireless public servant. A former teacher, principal, and administrator, she holds two master’s degrees and has dedicated her career to improving education and strengthening communities. Senator Erickson earned a degree in business administration from Oklahoma Christian University, a degree in business education from Wichita State University, a master’s degree in public school administration from Baker University, and a master’s degree in family life education and consultation from Kansas State University. She has served as a teacher, a data and assessment coordinator, a middle school principal, a financial planner, and the director of the Unified School District 259 instructional technology center. Elected to the Senate in 2020, she chairs key committees on education and government efficiency. Senator Erickson champions fiscal responsibility, educational freedom, and constitutional rights.
Dr. Megan Steele, is the Kansas Representative for District 51. Representative Steele serves on the Education Funding Task Force, Education, and K-12 Education Budget Committees. Dr. Steele brings a grassroots, education, and healthcare-focused perspective to the Kansas legislature. Her personal journey from young motherhood to earning a Ph.D. in Nursing and serving as an educator has taught her the importance of faith and grit. As a freshman lawmaker, she quickly established herself on key education committees and was promoted to the influential Education Funding Formula Task Force. Megan is deeply committed to family values, parental rights, government accountability, and she is especially passionate about restoring excellence in education. She believes that every child deserves the fundamental right to read. With a clear, principled voice, Megan is fighting for common-sense solutions that put children, families, and freedom first.