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By Christopher Fletcher, KSDE IT team
The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE), in partnership with the Mid-America Association for Computers in Education (MACE), will provide several reporting related sessions at the MACE event, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., on March 4, at the K-State Alumni Center, 1720 Anderson Ave., in Manhattan.
KEDS PowerSchool workshop
The Kansas PowerSchool Users Group will lead a hands-on workshop focused on troubleshooting and resolving common issues within the Kansas Education Data System (KEDS). This session is designed for K-12 technology, data, and student information staff who support state reporting and want to improve the accuracy, efficiency, and confidence of their KEDS submissions.
Participants will walk through real-world scenarios and proven strategies used by districts across Kansas to identify, diagnose, and resolve KEDS errors and dependencies in PowerSchool. The workshop will emphasize practical problem-solving techniques that can be immediately applied during reporting windows.
Key topics and goals:
By the end of this workshop, attendees will have a clearer understanding of KEDS troubleshooting processes, improved confidence in resolving errors, and practical takeaways to support accurate and timely state reporting. KSDE staff will also be in attendance to provide updates on guidance and to discuss validation processes in the KEDS Data Validation Portal (DVP).
KSDE data workshop
Registrars or reporting staff members looking to streamline their data management skills are invited to attend a data workshop led by KSDE staff, designed specifically for professionals managing student data in K-12 districts. From navigating reporting requirements to optimizing data workflows, attendees will gain valuable insights and practical skills to enhance their processes.
Register here for either event. The cost is $40. Registration includes lunch and parking.
Both events provide a unique chance to connect with fellow registrars, reporting staff, and IT professionals in a collaborative and informative environment.
Additionally, the MACE organization will also be hosting their Information Technology Network (ITN) event for K-12 technology staff and an AI bootcamp for K-12 staff on March 4. On March 5 and 6, the organization will hold their annual MACE conference for K-12 instructional staff.
For additional information on any of these events, go to https://www.mace-ks.org. Visit Sched to register for any of the events listed above. We look forward to seeing you there!
Contact Christopher Fletcher, christopher.fletcher@ksde.gov, with questions.
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