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KSDE Insight Podcast: Stronger Schools, Brighter Futures: How Kansas Improves Student Learning

What does “school improvement” really mean, and how does it help your child? In the next episode of KSDE’s Insight Podcast, we explore how Kansas schools are working together to strengthen learning for every student.

You’ll hear how teachers are using the science of reading, aligning lessons to clear standards, and making smarter use of assessment data. It’s all part of Kansas’ effort to create stronger schools and brighter futures.

We’ll also share simple ways families can get involved by learning about their school’s improvement goals and supporting learning at home.

Kansas Education Commissioner Dr. Randy Watson’s guests will be:

  • Dr. Rebecca Kramer, superintendent, South Brown County USD 430   
  • David Rebant, math teacher, Horton High School, South Brown County USD 430 
  • Jean Rush, KSDE east region KESA executive  

This episode will be released on Thursday, Nov. 13. In the meantime, catch up on previous episodes on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube.     

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Posted: Nov 6, 2025,
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