KSDE Weekly

Nov. 13, 2025

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Posted: Nov 13, 2025
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Members of the Kansas State Board of Education were updated during their monthly meeting in Topeka this week on the requested federal waiver related to supports and resources for the five- to 10% lowest performing schools in Kansas as determined by the U.S. Department of Education. 

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Posted: Nov 13, 2025
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What does “school improvement” really mean, and how does it help your child? In the current episode of KSDE’s Insight Podcast, we explore how Kansas schools are working together to strengthen learning for every student. 

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Posted: Nov 12, 2025
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By Amanda Petersen, director, KSDE early childhood 

The first five years of a child’s life are an incredible opportunity to set a positive direction. Strong relationships between families and teachers lay the foundation for a successful school year.  

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Posted: Nov 12, 2025
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School staff members who are new to the Educator Data Collection System will have the chance to participate in three more training sessions in December.

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