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Several education-related bills signed into law ahead of veto session

The Kansas Legislature is back this week as the veto session began Thursday, April 9. Gov. Laura Kelly signed several education-related bills into law, while vetoing others.

Apr 9, 2026

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Kansas State Board of Education selects Dr. Jake Steel as next education commissioner

TOPEKA — A product of Kansas public schools will soon lead the state’s education system. The Kansas State Board of Education on Tuesday named Dr. Jake Steel as the next Kansas commissioner of education during its April 14 meeting.

Apr 14, 2026

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Second candidate to interview for Kansas School for the Deaf superintendent today

OLATHE — Michele Handley, a candidate for superintendent of the Kansas School for the Deaf (KSD), will interview today, Thursday, March 26, followed by a public forum for community members to meet her.

Mar 26, 2026

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Kansas State Board of Education to meet April 14-15

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education will meet on April 14, for their monthly meeting in the first floor board room, Landon State Office Building, 900 S.W. Jackson, Topeka.

Apr 10, 2026

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