Podcasts
The Insight Podcasts from the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) are monthly audio episodes that explain important issues affecting Kansas schools in a way that students, families, and teachers can understand. They cover topics like how Kansas funds its schools, how to keep kids safe online, and how the education system has changed over time. Each episode features experts—such as Kansas education leaders—who talk about challenges, new ideas, and ways to support student learning. The goal is to help people across Kansas stay informed about what’s happening in education and why it matters.
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The Homework Debate: Helpful or Outdated?
In this episode, we explore the role of homework, what the research says and how schools are working to balance academic expectations with student well-being.Apr 16, 2026 by Communications and Recognition Programs
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Beyond the Diploma – What Parents Should Know About Readiness for Life After High School
Graduation is an important milestone, but true success after high school requires more than earning a diploma. In this episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast, we explore what it really means for students to be ready for life after graduation.Mar 12, 2026 by Communications and Recognition Programs
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Career and Technical Education: What It Really Looks Like Today
On this episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast, Kansas Education Commissioner Dr. Randy Watson talks with education leaders about how Career and Technical Education (CTE) helps students prepare for life after high school.Feb 12, 2026 by Communications and Recognition Programs
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How Kansas Funds Schools and Why It Matters for Families
School funding can feel complicated and disconnected from the classroom, but it plays a major role in the opportunities students experience every day.Jan 16, 2026 by Communications and Recognition Programs
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Civic Engagement Matters: Preparing Kansas Students for Life Beyond Graduation
This month on the KSDE Insight Podcast, we’re talking about something that affects every child’s future: civic readiness. Across the country, there’s growing momentum to give students richer opportunities to engage with real issues, collaborate with others, and contribute to their communities — and high-quality civic learning is helping make those meaningful experiences a reality.Dec 11, 2025 by Cheryl Franklin
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