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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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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Stronger Schools, Brighter Futures: How Kansas Improves Student Learning
Hear how teachers are using the science of reading, aligning lessons to clear standards, and making smarter use of assessment data.Nov 13, 2025 by Communications and Recognition Programs
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Raising Readers: What Every Parent Should Know
Every parent wants their child to be a confident reader. But what really helps children learn to read? In this episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast, Commissioner Randy Watson talks with literacy experts about the Science of Reading, the research that explains how the brain learns to read and why it matters for your child.Sep 11, 2025 by Communications and Recognition Programs
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