KSBRC Discussion Series: Above and Beyond: At-Risk Funding Legislation Expectations and District Accountability

Online via Zoom

Description: The Kansas State Legislature reacted to their frustration with school districts not following the law regarding use and expenditure of at-risk funds by passing House Sub for SB 387. This statute requires all school districts beginning in the 2026-2027 to annually submit to the SBOE an at-risk student accountability plan to attain at-risk student […]

Update: KSDE Blue Ribbon Task Force on Student Screen Time

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Join us for our November webinar on November 13th at 7 pm (CDT) when we hear from two members of the KSDE Blue Ribbon Task Force on Student Screen Time. Panelists will provide general information they have learned from their service on the Blue Ribbon Task force. The goal is for school boards to be […]

K-12 Spotlight: Compass Academy Network

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Join us for our January 15th at 4pm (CDT) when we hear the leadership team of Compass Academy Network discuss their exciting free academic summer program (all school supplies, healthy lunches, and snacks are provided) that offers a unique and engaging summer enrichment program for middle school students in the Four-State Area. Specifically designed for rising […]

Kansas School Board Legal Hotline

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Join us on Thursday, January 30th at 4 pm (CDT) to learn more about free legal services now available to all Kansas school boards through School Boards for Academic Excellence (SBAE), a national organization committed to restoring academic excellence. KSBRC is proud to introduce you to David Hoyt, Executive Director of School Boards for Academic […]

Chanute – School Board Preboarding Session

The Alliance Room at the Memorial Building 101 South Lincoln, Chanute, Kansas

EVENT DETAILS February 25, 2025 The Alliance Room at the Memorial Building 101 South Lincoln, Chanute, KS 66720 6 pm – 7 pm   EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for an event designed to recruit student-focused candidates to run for their local school board. We understand there are outstanding potential candidates who are interested in improving our schools […]

USDE’s Office of Civil Rights letter notifying school districts to eliminate all DEI programs or potential loss of federal funding

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Join us on Wednesday, February 26th, at 4 pm (CDT) for a discussion concerning the recent Executive Order by President Trump to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) issued a Dear Colleague letter on Feb. 14 demanding that state agencies and […]

Emporia – School Board Preboarding Session

Lyon County Courthouse 402 Commercial St., Emporia, Kansas

EVENT DETAILS February 26, 2025 Lyon County Courthouse 402 Commercial St., Emporia, KS 66801 6 pm – 7 pm   EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for an event designed to recruit student-focused candidates to run for their local school board. We understand there are outstanding potential candidates who are interested in improving our schools so our students can […]

Manhattan – School Board Preboarding Session

K-State Student Union; Cottonwood Room 918 M.L.K. Jr. Dr, Manhattan, Kansas

EVENT DETAILS March 12, 2025 K-State Student Union; Cottonwood Room 918 M.L.K. Jr. Dr, Manhattan, KS 66506 6 pm – 7 pm   EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for an event designed to recruit student-focused candidates to run for their local school board. We understand there are outstanding potential candidates who are interested in improving our schools so […]

Topeka – School Board Preboarding Session

The Beacon 420 SW 9th St., Topeka, Kansas

EVENT DETAILS March 13, 2025 The Beacon, Topeka 420 SW 9th St., Topeka, KS 66612 6 pm – 7 pm   EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for an event designed to recruit student-focused candidates to run for their local school board. We understand there are outstanding potential candidates who are interested in improving our schools so our students […]

Wichita – School Board Preboarding Session

Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex 5015 East 29th St N, Wichita, Kansas

EVENT DETAILS March 17, 2025 Eugene M. Hughes Metropolitan Complex; RM 138 6 pm – 7 pm   EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for an event designed to recruit student-focused candidates to run for their local school board. We understand there are outstanding potential candidates who are interested in improving our schools so our students can be prepared for […]

Overland Park – School Board Preboarding Session

KU Edwards Campus; Room BEST 135 Edwards Campus 12600 Quivira Road, Overland Park, KS

EVENT DETAILS March 20, 2025 KU Edwards Campus; Room BEST 135 6 pm – 7 pm   EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for an event designed to recruit student-focused candidates to run for their local school board. We understand there are outstanding potential candidates who are interested in improving our schools so our students can be prepared for […]

8 Things to Know About Running for School Board

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Join us on Thursday, April 3rd, at 4 pm (CDT) for an interactive discussion designed to provide confidence and guidance if you are considering serving your district as a school board member. Dave Trabert, author of 8 Things to Know about Running for School Board, will discuss key points in his new book. This book provides coaching for potential school board candidates and current board members on finding the information […]