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The following is a formal acknowledgment of service for three outgoing members of the KSDE Professional Standards Board: 

The Professional Standards Board extends its sincere appreciation to Ms. Jill Bergerhofer, Ms. Libby Schmitz, and Ms. Candace Landers for their exemplary service and steadfast commitment during their tenure on the Board. 

For the latest updates and valuable insights into the KESA 2.0 accreditation process, school districts and systems are invited to attend in-person information sessions this August and September. 

Please note: These fall 2025 information sessions will be repeated for those who couldn’t attend the sessions this past spring.  

The window for submitting information to the Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways student data management system is now open. The deadline to submit this information is Aug. 15.  

Schools electing the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) for the 2025-26 school year must complete the CEP application in KN-CLAIM by Monday, June 30.