Listserv Registration

AAA Defensive Driving Instructors

The DIPINSTRUCTORS listserv is for AAA Defensive Driving instructors. It provides important updates, program requirements, instructional guidance, and administrative information for certified defensive driving instructors across Kansas. The listserv is a one‑way communication tool and is not open for public subscription.

Agriculture Education Teachers

The AGTEACHERS listserv supports agriculture education teachers across Kansas by sharing updates, instructional resources, program announcements, and information related to CTE agriculture pathways and statewide agriculture initiatives. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

Alternate Assessment, DLM and assessment standards

The KAALIST listserv provides updates and resources related to the Kansas Alternate Assessment, Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM), and assessment standards. It offers guidance, training information, and materials to support the implementation of alternate assessments. The listserv is open to new members.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

Art, AV Technology and Communications

The ARTAVCOM listserv supports educators in the Art and AV Technology & Communications CTE pathways by providing updates, resources, and guidance on curriculum, standards, statewide initiatives, and professional learning. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

Board Clerks Budget Staff

The BDCLERKS listserv provides board clerks and budget staff in Kansas districts with updates, guidance, and resources related to budgeting, financial reporting, compliance, and board office responsibilities. The listserv is not open to public subscription and is used only by designated staff.

Business Educators

The BUSINESS_ED listserv supports business, marketing, and related CTE educators across Kansas by sharing curriculum updates, standards information, professional development opportunities, program requirements, and statewide announcements. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication, allowing educators to share information and collaborate statewide.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

CACFP–Centers

The C_ALLSP listserv provides Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) centers with important updates, program requirements, policy changes, and administrative guidance. It is not open for public subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool for authorized representatives and CACFP contacts.

CACFP–Homes Sponsors

The C_HOMESP listserv provides Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) Home Sponsors with essential updates, policy changes, guidance, and administrative instructions related to home‑based CACFP operations. It is not open for public subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool for authorized representatives and CACFP contacts.

CAPS (Personnel Categorical Aid System)

The CAPS listserv is a Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) communication channel used to share important updates related to the Categorical Aid Personnel System, including Personnel Categorical Aid (PCA) reimbursement guidance and other special education personnel reporting information.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

Categorical Aid Personnel System (CAPS)

The CAPS listserv provides authorized district staff with updates, requirements, and guidance related to categorical aid personnel reporting and related administrative processes. It is not open for general subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool to ensure districts receive timely information on CAPS procedures and reporting.

For more information, contact:  Joyce Broils

Civil Rights Data Collection

The CRDC listserv provides district staff with updates, reminders, guidance, and technical information related to the Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC). It is not open for public subscription and serves as a targeted one‑way communication tool to ensure districts receive accurate, timely information required for federal civil rights reporting compliance.

Computer Science

The CSLINKS listserv is for computer science teachers in Kansas schools. It provides updates, resources, announcements, and professional development opportunities related to computer science education. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication, allowing educators to receive KSDE updates and collaborate with peers statewide.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

Computer Science (CTE)

The CTECS listserv is for educators involved in Career and Technical Education – Computer Science (CTECS). It provides updates, resources, statewide announcements, curriculum guidance, and professional development opportunities related to CTE and Computer Science programs. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication, allowing educators to receive information and collaborate with colleagues across Kansas.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

Contracted School Transportation Providers

The SCHOOL_BUS_CONTRACTOR listserv provides contracted school transportation providers with timely updates, guidance, and resources. It is not open to the public and functions as a one‑way communication tool for sharing state requirements, safety expectations, reporting procedures, training opportunities, and other information supporting safe and compliant student transportation.

Counseling

The COUNSELING listserv supports Kansas school counselors with updates, resources, guidance, and professional development. It is open and two‑way, allowing counselors to receive information and collaborate with peers statewide.

To subscribe to this listserv, complete the Listserv Registration form.

CTE Coordinators

The CTE COORDINATORS listserv connects Career and Technical Education (CTE) coordinators across Kansas with key updates, resources, program requirements, and state and federal guidance. It is an open, two‑way communication channel that supports collaboration, KSDE announcements, and professional development for those overseeing local CTE programs.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator.

CTE Pathways

The PATHWAYS_CPPSA listserv is for educators and coordinators involved in Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways and the Career Pathway Program of Study Application (CPPSA). It provides updates, resources, deadlines, and guidance to support the creation, maintenance, and reporting of CTE Pathways across Kansas schools. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Curriculum Leaders

The CURRICULUM_LEADERS listserv is for curriculum leaders across Kansas and provides updates, resources, guidance, and announcements related to curriculum planning, instructional leadership, academic standards, and statewide initiatives. It is not open for general subscription and serves as a targeted communication channel for district curriculum leaders.

For more information, contact: Pat Bone

District Transportation Directors, Supervisors, and Personnel

The SCHOOLBUS listserv provides district transportation directors, supervisors, and school bus personnel with timely updates, guidance, and resources related to school transportation safety and operations. It shares information on requirements, training opportunities, safety initiatives, and regulatory updates.The listserv is a one‑way communication tool and is not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Keith Dreiling

Driver Education instructors, administrators, and curriculum leaders

The DRIVERED listserv provides Driver Education instructors, administrators, and curriculum leaders with updates, resources, policy guidance, and training information. It is open and supports two‑way communication, allowing KSDE to share information and enabling professionals to collaborate and ask questions.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator.

Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM)

The DLM listserv shares updates, guidance, training reminders, timelines, and documentation related to Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM), the alternate assessment for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities. It is maintained by KSDE staff who support DLM implementation statewide. The listserv is open for subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Early Literacy and Dyslexia

The EARLY LITERACY/DYSLEXIA listserv provides educators with updates, newsletters, and resources supporting Kansas’ early literacy and dyslexia initiatives. It offers curated guidance from KSDE’s Early Literacy/Dyslexia team. The listserv is open for subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Education Training Pathway (CTE)

The TEACHING_TRAINING listserv supports educators in the Education Career Cluster Design and pathways by providing updates, resources, and guidance on curriculum, standards, statewide initiatives, and professional learning. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator.

Elementary K-6 Educators

The ELEM_K6_EDUCATORS listserv is for elementary K–6 educators across Kansas. It supports sharing updates, resources, and information related to K–6 instruction, curriculum, and statewide initiatives. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

English as a Second Language (ESL)

The ESL listserv provides practical strategies, resources, and important updates to support multilingual learners across Kansas. Subscribers receive guidance, instructional tools, and professional learning opportunities. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication for collaboration among teachers.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

English Language Arts Literacy

The ELA_LITERACY listserv shares timely updates on English Language Arts standards, assessments, trainings, and instructional resources with educators across Kansas. The listserv is open for subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

E-RATE

The KS_ERATE listserv distributes official updates, deadlines, guidance, and resources related to the federal E‑Rate program. E‑Rate, part of the Universal Service Fund, provides eligible schools and libraries with discounts to improve access to high‑speed internet, telecommunications services, and internal connectivity. Administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) under FCC direction, the program helps ensure that all schools—including those in low‑income and rural areas—can maintain essential broadband infrastructure. The listserv is open for subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers

The FCS_TEACHERS listserv provides updates and supports information‑sharing for Family and Consumer Sciences teachers, a Career and Technical Education (CTE) content area. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Gifted Students

The GIFTED_ED listserv provides updates and supports information‑sharing for educators who work with gifted students—learners with exceptional intellectual ability, advanced potential, or high performance who may require specialized instruction. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Government and Public Administration

The GOVERNMENT_ADMINISTRATION listserv shares updates, resources, and information for educators and professionals working in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Government and Public Administration career pathway. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Health Science Teachers

The HEALTH_SCIENCE_TEACHERS listserv shares updates, resources, and program information for educators in the Health Science Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathway. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Higher Education Faculty

For more information, contact: Catherine Chmidling

Homeless

The HOMELESS listserv shares essential updates, guidance, training information, and resources related to the Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) program. It supports district McKinney‑Vento liaisons in identifying students experiencing homelessness and ensuring they receive required services. This listserv is a closed communication system; membership is restricted to individuals designated by KSDE and is not open to public subscription.

For more information, contact:  Joyce Broils

Kansas Advisory Council

The KAAC listserv shares essential updates, materials, and information related to the Kansas Assessment Advisory Council. It supports KAAC members in providing feedback and guidance on statewide assessment policies, processes, and test administration. The listserv is a closed communication system and is not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Joyce Broils

Kansas Course Codes Management System (KCCMS)

The KCCMS listserv is an open, two‑way communication list for users of the Kansas Course Codes Management System (KCCMS). KCCMS is the statewide tool schools use to enter, map, and manage course codes for reporting, transcripts, and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathways applications. This listserv supports updates, questions, and information sharing related to course coding, reporting requirements, and pathway alignment.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA)

The KESA listserv is a communication channel to share updates, guidance, and resources related to the Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA) process. It provides districts with timely information on accreditation requirements, school improvement expectations, and regional/cohort support. This listserv is open to new members, allowing interested district staff to subscribe and stay informed about ongoing KESA developments.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

KIDS Assignment Data Coordinators

The KIDS_ID_INFO listserv is a Kansas State Department of Education communication channel for sharing essential updates, guidance, and documentation related to the Kansas Individual Data on Students (KIDS) system. It is designed specifically for KIDS Assignment Data Coordinators, providing timely information on state ID assignments and data submission requirements. This listserv is open for public subscription.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

KIDS Information

The KIDSINFO listserv is a communication channel to share general updates, announcements, and resources related to the Kansas Individual Data on Students (KIDS) system. It provides districts with timely information about data submission requirements, system changes, training opportunities, and other guidance that supports accurate statewide student data reporting.  This listserv is open for public subscription.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security

The LPSCS listserv is an open, two‑way communication list for educators in the Law, Public Safety, Corrections, and Security (LPSCS) Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathway. It supports updates, resource sharing, and communication related to teaching and programming within the LPSCS career cluster.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Loading and Unloading Survey

The LOADINGSURVEY listserv provides school districts and transportation personnel with updates, instructions, and reminders related to the National School Bus Loading and Unloading Survey. This listserv is not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Keith Dreiling

Local Consolidated Plan

The LCP listserv provides district staff with timely updates, reminders, and announcements related to Local Consolidated Plan requirements, deadlines, and federal program guidance. Districts may join by emailing their name, email address, and organization to the KSDE LCP contact.

Email information to: Joyce Broils

Math Teachers

The KSDEMATH listserv provides updates, resources, and guidance related to mathematics education in Kansas, including standards, curriculum tools, assessments, and professional learning opportunities. The listserv is open for subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Migrant Education Program (MEP)

The MEP listserv provides timely updates, guidance, and resources related to the Migrant Education Program. It supports migrant coordinators, educators, recruiters, and support staff by sharing information on federal requirements, funding, identification and recruitment, and professional learning. This listserv is not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Joyce Broils

Perkins Contacts for CTE

The PERKINS_CONTACTS listserv is for individuals involved in Perkins‑eligible CTE programs and provides updates, requirements, resources, and guidance related to Perkins funding and compliance. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Physical Education and Health

Principals: Elementary

The PRINCIPAL_ELEM listserv provides elementary principals with updates, guidance, and resources related to instructional leadership, state initiatives, accountability, assessments, and professional learning. This listserv is closed and restricted to individuals designated by KSDE.

For more information, contact: Pat Bone

Principals: High School

The PRINCIPAL_HIGH listserv provides high school principals with updates, guidance, and resources on statewide initiatives, instructional leadership, graduation requirements, assessments, accountability, and professional learning. This listserv is closed and restricted to KSDE‑designated members.

For more information, contact: Pat Bone

Principals: Junior High-Middle School

The PRINCIPAL_JR_MI listserv supports junior high and middle school principals by providing updates, guidance, and resources related to instructional leadership, statewide initiatives, accountability, and professional learning. This listserv is closed and restricted to KSDE‑designated members.

For more information, contact: Pat Bone

School Mental Health Advisory Council

The SMHAC listserv provides members of the School Mental Health Advisory Council and education/mental health stakeholders with updates, guidance, and resources related to statewide mental health initiatives and council activities. This listserv is closed and restricted to KSDE‑designated members.

For more information, contact: Alysha Nichols

School Nutrition Food Service Directors and Program Staff

The SNPFSD listserv provides food service directors and nutrition staff with updates, guidance, and resources related to federal and state program requirements, menu planning, food safety, procurement, compliance, and professional learning. This listserv is closed and restricted to KSDE‑designated members.

For more information, contact: Kelly Chanay

School Nutrition Food Service Management Companies and Staff

The SNPFSM listserv shares updates, guidance, and resources with school food service management companies and staff, including procurement expectations, meal pattern guidance, training opportunities, and operational updates. This listserv is closed and restricted to KSDE‑designated members.

For more information, contact: Kelly Chanay

School Nutrition Program Authorized Representative

The SNPAR listserv provides updates, guidance, and resources for School Nutrition Program Administrative Review (SNP AR) contacts, food service directors, and staff. It shares information on review requirements, documentation, compliance, reporting, and training. This listserv is closed and restricted to designated members.

For more information, contact:  Kelly Chanay

School Nutrition Program Claim Contact

The SNPCC listserv provides claims contacts and nutrition program staff with updates on claims submission, reimbursement processes, deadlines, system updates, and training opportunities. This listserv is closed and restricted to designated members.

For more information, contact:  Kelly Chanay

School Nutrition Program Wellness Policy Contact

The SNPWP listserv provides wellness policy contacts, food service directors, and district committees with updates and guidance related to local school wellness policy requirements, implementation, assessments, and professional learning. This listserv is closed and restricted to designated members.

For more information, contact: Kelly Chanay

School Psychologists and Related Service Providers

The SCHOOLPSYCH listserv provides updates, guidance, and resources related to state and federal requirements, evaluation and eligibility, mental and behavioral health initiatives, and professional learning for school psychologists and related service providers. This listserv is closed and restricted to KSDE‑designated members.

For more information, contact:  Joyce Broils

School Social Workers

The SCHOOLSW listserv provides school social workers with updates, guidance, and resources related to state and federal requirements, mental and behavioral health initiatives, student support services, and professional learning. This listserv is open for public subscription.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Science Teachers

The SCIENCE_TEACHERS listserv shares updates, instructional resources, professional learning opportunities, assessment information, and standards guidance for science educators across Kansas. This listserv is open for public subscription.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Secondary Transition

The SECONDARY_TRANSITION listserv provides educators, administrators, and transition specialists with updates, guidance, and resources related to secondary transition requirements, Indicators 13 and 14, interagency collaboration, assessments, and professional learning. This listserv is open for public subscription.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator.

Social Studies

The SOCIAL_STUDIES listserv provides social studies educators, curriculum leaders, and instructional coaches with updates on standards, curriculum tools, assessments, professional learning, and statewide civic engagement initiatives. This listserv is not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Nathan McAlister

Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)

The SEAC listserv provides council members and stakeholders of the Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC) with updates, guidance, meeting materials, policy information, and resources related to special education in Kansas. The listserv is closed and not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Joyce Broils

Special Education Directors

The SPECIAL_EDUCATION_DIRECTORS listserv shares updates, requirements, policy guidance, funding information, accountability updates, and professional learning opportunities for Kansas special education directors. This listserv is not open for public subscription.

For more information, contact: Joyce Broils

Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)

The SFSP listserv provides sponsors, site supervisors, and program staff with updates, guidance, deadlines, reimbursement information, and training related to the Summer Food Service Program. This listserv is closed and restricted to designated members.

For more information, contact: Kelly Chanay

Superintendents

The SUPS listserv is for school superintendents and shares updates, announcements, and guidance relevant to district leadership. It is a closed listserv available only to individuals serving in the superintendent role.

For more information, contact:  Katie Albright

Technology Coordinators

The KS_TechCoord listserv provides district technology coordinators with updates on technology requirements, system changes, state reporting, IT guidance, digital learning initiatives, and technical notices. The listserv is open for subscription and functions as a one‑way communication tool.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Test Coordinators

The TEST_COORDINATORS listserv provides assessment and test coordinators with updates, reminders, and guidance related to statewide testing. This listserv is open for membership.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Trade Instructors

The TRADE_INSTRUCTORS listserv supports educators in skilled and technical trade programs within CTE by sharing updates, resources, and program information relevant to trade and industry instruction in Kansas. The listserv is open and supports two‑way communication.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.

Transportation Director

The TRANSPORTATION_DIRECTOR listserv shares updates, statewide guidance, safety expectations, reporting requirements, and operational information for district transportation directors. This is a closed listserv restricted to designated directors.

For more information, contact: Keith Dreiling

Virtual Schools and Online Learning Programs

The VIRTUAL listserv provides updates, guidance, and information related to virtual schools and online learning programs across Kansas. This listserv is closed and not open to public subscription.

For more information, contact: Julie Ewing

World Languages

The LANGUAGES listserv provides world language educators and program leaders with updates, resources, standards information, and professional learning opportunities supporting high‑quality language instruction across Kansas. This listserv is open for public subscription.

To subscribe to this listserv you will need to fill out this form. For more information on this listserv contact the listserv administrator specify which listserv you are inquiring upon.