KSDE Weekly

Accountability, Accreditation and Assessments

Posted: Jan 8, 2026
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By Myron Melton, KSDE accreditation and design team 

The Kansas State Department of Education is updating the Star Recognition program, which continues to recognize system improvement and highlights the important work occurring in schools across Kansas. 

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Posted: Jan 8, 2026
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By Jay Scott, KSDE accreditation and design team  

Information about the January KESA virtual update, the 2026-27 schedule and guidance document for hosting School Improvement Days and the protocol for canceling a School Improvement Day are included in the following update from the KSDE accreditation and design team. 

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