Staff Directory
This directory provides contact information for the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) staff members to help you connect with the right person or department. It is designed to support educators, administrators, and the public in accessing resources and assistance efficiently. Please use the search and filtering options to locate staff by name, title, or division.
Staff List
Find our team members quickly with this alphabetical staff list, sorted by last and first name for easy navigation.
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Katie Albright
Administrative Specialist
School Finance
(785) 296-3872
Evelyn Alden
Public Service Administrator
Special Education
(785) 296-3868
Stephanie Alderman-Oler
Program Manager - STEM/Science
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-8108
Stephen Anderson
Education Program Consultant
Special Education
(785) 296-7262
Jessica Apodaca
Education Program Consultant
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Christine Armstrong
Systems Software Staff Consultant
Information Technology
(785) 296-5711
Jen Ashley
Senior Administrative Specialist
Division of Fiscal and Administrative Services
(785) 296-3871
Jessica Askew
Administrative Specialist
Special Education
(785) 296-3743
ChapLynn Askins
Education Program Consultant
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-3152
Makayla Auldridge
Administrative Officer
Office of the Commissioner
(785) 296-3202
Trey Austin
System Software Staff Consultant
Information Technology
(785) 296-1203
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Steve Backman
Education Program Consultant
Special Education
(785) 296-2267
Trish Backman
School Mental Health Coordinator
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-6937
Arely Baeza
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Barbara Bahm
Senior Administrative Assistant
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 291-3538
Josh Bailey
Database Administrator
Information Technology
(785) 296-0758
Hallie Berens
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Tammy Blaess
IT Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-2316
Sharon Bloom
Project Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-3915
Emily Bonilla, MPH
Assistant Director
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Abi Boxberger, RDN, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Amber Boyington
Teacher Leader Consultant - Mathematics and English Language Learners (ELL)
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-3142
Deborah Bremer
Executive Secretary
Kansas State Board of Education
(785) 296-3203
Kevin Bronson
Coordinator
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-6214
Lindsey Brown
Auditor II
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Kat Browning
Administrative Specialist
Kansas Volunteer Commission
(785) 368-7436
Laurie Bruce
Public Service Executive
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Nick Brummet
Counselor Leader Coordinator
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Dale Brungardt
Director
School Finance
(785) 296-3872
Melissa Brunner
Teacher Leader Consultant - Early Literacy and Dyslexia
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Kim Burd
Audit Manager
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Amy Bybee
Teacher Leader Consultant - Dyslexia
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Kelli Byrne
Contract Specialist
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-3637
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Cassie Callaway
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
John Calvert
Head School Safety Specialist
Safe and Secure Schools Unit
(785) 296-7056
Kathy Camarena
Education Program Consultant
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-3152
Heather Campbell
Education Program Consultant - Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS)
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-2307
Karen Campbell
Assistant Director
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Chris Carter
Senior Education Research Analyst
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-1859
Shane Carter
Director
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Kelly Chanay, MEd, RDN, LD
Director
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Christa Chesmore
Coordinator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Catherine Chmidling, PhD
Assistant Director - Educator Preparation
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Natalie Clark
Assistant Director
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-4351
Nicole Clark
Public Service Executive
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-4925
Stacy Clarke
State Interagency Coordinating Council Coordinator
Early Childhood
(785)296-3953
Cindy Coleman
Public Service Administrator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Dr. Zach Conrad
Deputy Commissioner
Division of Accountability and Technology
(785) 296-7931
Effie Conway
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Julie Cook
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-3300
Tristen Cook
Technology Support Technician
Information Technology
(785) 296-4036
Jennifer Cook-Miller
Project Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-7943
Matt Cortez
Requirements Analyst
Information Technology
(785) 296-6916
Teresa Cotton
Education Program Consultant
Special Education
(785) 296-3388
Dr. Laurie Curtis
Assistant Director
Teaching and Learning - Structured Literacy
(785) 296-2749
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Denise Dallman
Accountant III
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-5060
Denise Davis
Requirements Analyst
Information Technology
(785) 368-7192
Eryn Davis, RDN, LD
Registered Dietitian
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Eric Dehner
Requirements Analyst
Information Technology
(785) 296-4961
Angela Deines
Communications Specialist
Communications and Recognition Programs
(785) 296-7921
Cherryl Delacruz
Teacher Leader Consultant - Mathematics
Standards
(785) 296-3142
Brian Dempsey
Assistant Director
Special Education
(785) 296-5522
Robert Dillman, MS, RD, LD
Procurement/ FSMC Specialist
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Angela Dittmer
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Valerie Donelan, MS, RDN, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Keith Dreiling
State Director
School Transportation Safety Unit
(785) 296-4567
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Sarah Eaverson
Education Program Consultant
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Dr. Tina Ellsworth
Teacher Leader Consultant - History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS)
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Parker Erikson
Application Developer
Information Technology
(785) 291-3514
Sarah Evans
Teacher Leader Consultant - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Andy Ewing
Executive Director
Kansas Volunteer Commission
(785) 296-3163
Julie Ewing
Assistant Director
Assessments
(785) 296-2325
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Josh Fairman
Auditor III
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Patrick Falta
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Michael Flenthrope
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Christopher Fletcher
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-1067
Jennifer Flewelling
Project Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-6331
Todd Flory
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Cheryl Franklin
Graphic Designer Specialist
Communications and Recognition Programs
(785) 296-4909
Wendy Fritz
Director
Human Resources
(785) 296-5363
Angie Funk
Assistant Director
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-3264
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Jeanie Galemore
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Cathy Garcia
Public Service Administrator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Dessa Gifford
Public Service Administrator
School Finance
(785) 296-4965
Joel Gillaspie, PhD
Coordinator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Jenna Giordano
Public Service Administrator
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-4908
John Girodat
Project Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-8676
Ronald Gish
Special Investigator
Office of General Counsel
(785) 296-3204
Jessica Gomez
Auditor II
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Lindsey Graf
Director
Special Education
(785) 296-4949
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Kerry Haag
Assistant Director
Special Education
(785) 296-4952
Jennifer Hamlet
Assistant Director
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-8447
Hilary Hanvey
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Sarah Harter-Shove
Senior Administrative Assistant
School Transportation Safety Unit
(785) 296-3551
Dr. Frank Harwood
Deputy Commissioner
Division of Fiscal and Administrative Services
(785) 296-3871
Katy Hatch, MEd
Public Service Executive
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Joe Haverkamp
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Hailey Hawkinson
Teacher Leader Consultant - Early Literacy and Dyslexia
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Julie Henry
Public Service Executive
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
John Hess, PhD
Director
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-4962
Andrew Higgins
Enterprise Support Specialist
Information Technology
(785) 296-6766
Peggy Hill
Public Service Administrator
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Greg Hiszczynskyj
Database Administrator
Information Technology
(785) 296-4928
Laura Hodgson
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Sean Hoffman
Public Service Executive
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Gail Hook
Public Service Administrator
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Brian Hosey
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-3709
Jason Howe
Webmaster
Information Technology
(785) 296-3544
Trevor Huffman
Data Coordinator
Early Childhood
(785) 296-1944
Gabrielle Hull
Legislative Coordinator
Division of Fiscal and Administrative Services
(785) 296-7840
Carrie Hurd
Public Service Administrator
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-2078
Joyce Huser
Education Program Consultant - Fine Arts
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-4932
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Rose Ireland
Public Service Administrator
School Finance
(785) 296-4973
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Mallory Jacobs
Teacher Leader Consultant - Counseling
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Joe Jewett
Assistant Director
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-2600
Lee Jones
Public Service Executive I, ACT
Assessments
(785) 296-7922
Mike Jordan
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-1970
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Denise Kahler
Director
Communications and Recognition Programs
(785) 296-4876
Daniel Kalas
Assistant Director
School Finance
(785) 296-4972
Ed Kalas
Education Program Consultant - Professional Development/Mentor
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Lisa Karney
Education Program Consultant
Special Education
(785) 296-6765
Grace Keating
Administrative Specialist
Human Resources
(785) 296-7795
Hanna Kemble
Teacher Leader Consultant - Content Literacy Continuum
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Dr. Stephen King
Education Program Consultant
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-1893
Tierney Kirtdoll
Monitoring and Grants Coordinator
Kansas Volunteer Commission
(785) 368-6211
Kathy Kochersperger
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Dayna Kriley, MS, RD
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
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Denise Lauber
Perkins Coordinator
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-4912
Betsy Lawrence
Teacher Leader Consultant - Content Literacy Continuum
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Brittney Lewis
Communications Specialist
Communications and Recognition Programs
(785) 296-5223
Shuming Li
Application Developer II
Information Technology
(785) 296-7976
Stuart Lillie
Systems Software Staff Consultant
Information Technology
(785) 368-7127
Mary Lonker
Program Manager - English Language Arts
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-2144
Reylli Lopez
Technology Support Technician
Information Technology
(785) 296-8392
Kyle Lord
Assistant Director
Information Technology
(785) 296-6155
Todd Lowe
Assistant Director
Information Technology
(785) 296-7115
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Christine Macy
Coordinator
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-3287
Jenni Marlatt
Senior Administrative Specialist
Division of Accountability and Technology
(785) 296-7931
Stacie Martin
Public Service Executive/Transition Coordinator
Special Education
(785) 296-6855
Jennifer Martinez
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Richard Matteson
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 291-3534
Natalie McClane
Preschool Programs Coordinator
Early Childhood
(785) 296-5081
Josie McClendon
Education Program Consultant
Special Education
(785) 296-5608
Karen McClintock
Technology Support Technician II
Information Technology
(785) 291-0599
Luke McClurg
Public Service Administrator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-5138
Noalee McDonald-Augustine
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Brittanie McKenna
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Rocky McKenzie
Assistant Director
Information Technology
(785) 291-3622
Anthony Meals
Agriculture Education Consultant - Kansas FFA Advisor
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-3956
Casey Meier
Teacher Leader Consultant - History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS)
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Mitch Mellick
Transportation Specialist
School Transportation Safety Unit
(785) 296-4545
Jamie Merklein
Accountant III
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-3674
Joe Midgley
Licensure Operations Coordinator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Dr. Amber Miller
Public Service Executive
Implementation and Supports
(620) 765-7490
Hannah Miller
Attorney
Office of General Counsel
(785) 296-3204
Jonathan Miller
Body Venture Coordinator
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Laurel Murdie
Director
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
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Cordell Neely
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Sarah Nelson
Training and Engagement Coordinator
Kansas Volunteer Commission
(785) 296-7801
Hannah Neufeld
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Alicia Newland
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Alysha Nichols
Travel Specialist
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-6066
Amanda Noll
Financial Specialist
Kansas Volunteer Commission
(785) 368-6207
Stacey Noll
Data Coordinator
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-3129
Dr. Renee Nugent
Deputy Commissioner
Division of Learning Services
(785) 296-2303
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Charles Ohlrich
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Christopher Ortega
Senior Trainer
Information Technology
(785) 291-3512
Lynette Osner, RD
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Melissa Ostermeyer
Public Service Administrator - Training Coordinator
School Transportation Safety Unit
(785) 296-5659
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Casey Peine
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Chelsea Pelfrey
Assessment Coordinator
Assessments
(785) 296-0040
Amanda Petersen
Director
Early Childhood
(785) 296-7929
Ian Preston
Senior Administrative Assistant
Information Technology
(785) 296-0574
Matthew Preston
Application Developer II
Information Technology
(785) 291-3679
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Jessica Reece, RD, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Sarah Reed
Contract Specialist
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-1222
Donna Reinert
Application Developer III
Information Technology
(785) 296-1208
Jamie Ribordy
Auditor III
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Angela Rice
Education Program Consultant
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-1785
Freddy Richter
IT Requirements Analyst
Information Technology
(785) 296-8438
Tanae Richter
Public Service Administrator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Marcia Ricklefs
Public Service Administrator
School Finance
(785) 296-4209
Cary Rogers
Education Program Consultant
Special Education
(785) 296-0916
Pam Rosebaugh
Public Service Administrator
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Angela Rosier
Accountant IV
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-0784
Jean Rush
Public Service Executive
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-7884
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Phillip Salyer
System Software Staff Consultant
Information Technology
(785) 368-8040
Aysha Satterlee
Public Service Administrator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Rachel Schiferl, RD, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Susie Schlegel
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Denise Scott
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Emily Scott
Coordinator
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-4941
Dr. Jay Scott
Director
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-6818
Marisa Seele
Human Resources Professional
Human Resources
(785) 296-3906
Karen Seymour, RD, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Jennifer Shaffer
Assistant Director
Information Technology
(785) 296-5240
Josie Smith
Public Service Administrator
Fiscal Services and Operations
(785) 296-3263
Angel Spann
Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator
Early Childhood
(785) 296-8965
Education Research Analyst Senior
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-4924
Twyla Sprouse, PhD
Assistant Director
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-6714
Lara Staker
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Dr. Jake Steel
Commissioner of Education
Office of the Commissioner
(785) 296-3202
Kelly Steele
Coordinator
Special Education
(785) 296-2050
Hayley Steinlage
Senior Education Research Analyst
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-6177
Holly Steinlage, MPH, RD, LD
Training Coordinator
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Mark Stephenson
Coordinator - National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), International Assessments
Assessments
(785) 296-7933
Ashley Stites-Hubbard
General Counsel
Office of General Counsel
(785) 296-3204
Myra Stithem
Public Service Administrator
Teacher Licensure
(785) 296-2288
Brian Swaim
Education Program Consultant
Teaching and Learning - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-2221
Helen Swanson
Public Service Executive
Special Education
(785) 296-1712
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Maureen Tabasko
Education Program Consultant
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-1101
Janis Taylor
Auditor IV
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Yale Taylor
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Heather Terrill
Education Program Consultant
Implementation and Supports
(785) 296-6770
Sara Thomas
Auditor I
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Ben Thursby
School Safety Specialist
Safe and Secure Schools Unit
(785) 296-4946
Hannah Tillery
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Adam Topliff
History, Government and Social Studies Program Manager
Teaching and Learning - Standards
(785) 296-3892
Tom Tosh
Data Coordinator
Information Technology
(785) 296-5039
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Sai Sindhu Venigandla
System Software Staff Consultant
Information Technology
(785) 296-6143
Mason Vosburgh
Special Education Data Manager
Special Education
(785) 296-4945
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Amy Walker
Teacher Leader Consultant - History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS)
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Mark Ward, JD
Attorney
Special Education
(785) 296-0920
Philip Watkins
Technology Support Technician II
Information Technology
(785) 296-5229
Nathan Weedin
IT Security Analyst
Information Technology
(785) 296-5084
Brooke Wells
Education Research Analyst Senior
Research and Accountability
(785) 291-3574
Julia Whalen
Child Nutrition Consultant
Child Nutrition and Wellness
(785) 296-2276
Jared Wiley
Requirements Analyst
Information Technology
(785) 296-5080
Amanda Williams
Public Service Administrator
School Finance
(785) 296-2020
Kira Williams
Public Service Administrator
Communications and Recognition Programs
(785) 296-4950
Lisa Williams
Kansas Parents as Teachers Coordinator
Early Childhood
(785) 296-4964
Mary Williams
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and
(785) 296-3142
Amanda Witty
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Benjamin Wolf
Application Developer
Information Technology
(785) 296-4958
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Dean Zajic
Assistant Director
Special Education
(785) 296-2425
Roxanne Zillinger
Coordinator
Research and Accountability
(785) 296-7260
Raymond Zwiener
Information Systems Manager
Information Technology
(785) 296-2226
Divisions and Units
The Office of the Commissioner provides leadership and direction for Kansas education, overseeing statewide policies, programs, and initiatives to support schools and student success.
Dr. Jake Steel
Kansas Commissioner of Education
(785) 296-3202
Makayla Auldridge
Administrative Officer
(785) 296-3202
Amanda Petersen
Chief of Staff
(785) 296-6602
The Communications and Recognition Programs team manages internal and external communications—promoting KSDE priorities, media outreach, and district-level support—and oversees recognition programs honoring outstanding schools, educators, and students.
Denise Kahler
Director
(785) 296-4876
Angela Deines
Communications Specialist
(785) 296-7921
Cheryl Franklin
Graphic Designer Specialist
(785) 296-4909
Brittney Lewis
Communications Specialist
(785) 296-5223
Kira Williams
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-4950
The Office of General Counsel provides legal advice to the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) on regulations, policies, disciplinary actions, and public records. It publishes guidance on Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), open records, session laws, and more—but does not advise school districts or individuals.
Ashley Stites-Hubbard
General Counsel
(785) 296-3204
Ronald Gish
Special Investigator
(785) 296-3204
Hannah Miller
Attorney
Office of General Counsel
(785) 296-3204
The Human Resources office manages hiring, employee support, and workforce planning. It posts agency job openings through the Kansas Employment Center and promotes teaching positions statewide via Educate Kansas. The office also handles staff records, benefits, and professional development to ensure the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) attracts and retains qualified employees who support education across Kansas.
Wendy Fritz
Director
(785) 296-5363
Grace Keating
Administrative Specialist
(785) 296-7795
Marisa Seele
Human Resources Professional
(785) 296-3906
The Division of Fiscal and Administrative Services manages the Kansas State Department of Education's (KSDE’s) financial operations, budgeting, auditing, accounting, and administrative support to ensure compliance, transparency, and efficient use of resources for Kansas education.”
Dr. Frank Harwood
Deputy Commissioner
(785) 296-3871
Jen Ashley
Senior Administrative Specialist
(785) 296-3871
Gabrielle Hull
Legislative Coordinator
(785) 296-7840
The Child Nutrition and Wellness team provides resources, guidance, and program information to support healthy meals and nutrition services in Kansas schools and childcare settings.
Kelly Chanay, MEd, RDN, LD
Director
(785) 296-2276
Emily Bonilla, MPH
Assistant Director
(785) 296-2276
Karen Campbell
Assistant Director
(785) 296-2276
Arely Baeza
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Abi Boxberger, RDN, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Laurie Bruce
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-2276
Cassie Callaway
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Eryn Davis, RDN, LD
Registered Dietitian
(785) 296-2276
Robert Dillman, MS, RD, LD
Procurement/ FSMC Specialist
(785) 296-2276
Angela Dittmer
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Valerie Donelan, MS, RDN, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Jeanie Galemore
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Hilary Hanvey
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Katy Hatch, MEd
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-2276
Julie Henry
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-2276
Laura Hodgson
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Sean Hoffman
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-2276
Dayna Kriley, MS, RD
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Jonathan Miller
Body Venture Coordinator
(785) 296-2276
Cordell Neely
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Alicia Newland
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Lynette Osner, RD
Senior Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Jessica Reece, RD, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Pam Rosebaugh
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2276
Rachel Schiferl, RD, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Karen Seymour, RD, LD
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Holly Steinlage, MPH, RD, LD
Training Coordinator
(785) 296-2276
Hannah Tillery
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Julia Whalen
Child Nutrition Consultant
(785) 296-2276
Fiscal Auditing checks school district spending and funding to make sure money is used correctly and follows state and federal rules.
Laurel Murdie
Director
(785) 296-4976
Peggy Hill
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-4976
Hallie Berens
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Lindsey Brown
Auditor II
Fiscal Auditing
(785) 296-4976
Kim Burd
Audit Manager
(785) 296-4976
Josh Fairman
Auditor III
(785) 296-4976
Patrick Falta
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Jessica Gomez
Auditor II
(785) 296-4976
Joe Haverkamp
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Brittanie McKenna
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Charles Ohlrich
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Jamie Ribordy
Auditor III
(785) 296-4976
Susie Schlegel
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Janis Taylor
Auditor IV
(785) 296-4976
Sara Thomas
Auditor I
(785) 296-4976
Fiscal Services and Operations oversees the Kansas State Department of Education's (KSDE’s) budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting, ensuring compliance with state and federal requirements while supporting efficient resource management for Kansas schools.
John Hess, PhD
Director
(785) 296-4962
Angie Funk
Assistant Director
(785) 296-3264
Kelli Byrne
Grant Fiscal Officer
(785) 296-3637
Denise Dallman
Accountant III
(785) 296-5060
Jamie Merklein
Accountant III
(785) 296-3674
Alysha Nichols
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-6066
Sarah Reed
Contract Specialist
(785) 296-1222
Angela Rosier
Accountant IV
(785) 296-0784
Josie Smith
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-3263
School Finance manages state and federal education funding for Kansas schools, including budget calculations, payments, and compliance, ensuring resources are distributed fairly and according to law.
Dale Brungardt
Director
(785) 296-3872
Daniel Kalas
Assistant Director
(785) 296-4972
Katie Albright
Administrative Specialist
(785) 296-3872
Dessa Gifford
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-4965
Rose Ireland
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-4973
Marcia Ricklefs
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-4209
Amanda Williams
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2020
The School Transportation Safety Unit oversees programs and guidance to ensure safe student travel, including driver training, vehicle inspections, and compliance with state and federal safety standards.
Keith Dreiling
State Director
(785) 296-4567
Sarah Harter-Shove
Senior Administrative Assistant
(785) 296-3551
Mitch Mellick
Transportation Specialist
(785) 296-4545
Melissa Ostermeyer
Public Service Administrator - Training Coordinator
(785) 296-5659
Kansas Safe and Secure Schools provides resources, training, and guidance to help schools create safe learning environments, address emergencies, and support student well-being.
John Calvert
Head School Safety Specialist
(785) 296-7056
Ben Thursby
School Safety Specialist
(785) 296-4946
The Division of Learning Services supports Kansas schools with programs, resources, and guidance in areas like curriculum, instruction, assessment, special education, and student support to improve learning outcomes statewide.
Dr. Renee Nugent
Deputy Commissioner
(785) 296-2303
Early Childhood programs support learning from birth to age 8 (third grade) by providing resources, guidance, and services that help families, educators, and communities prepare young children for success in school and beyond. Our goal is that each student enters kindergarten at age 5 socially, emotionally and academically prepared for success.
Amanda Petersen
Director
(785) 296-6602
Stacy Clarke
State Interagency Coordinating Council Coordinator
(785)296-3953
Trevor Huffman
Data Coordinator
(785) 296-1944
Natalie McClane
Preschool Programs Coordinator
(785) 296-5081
Angel Spann
Early Childhood Special Education Coordinator
(785) 296-8965
Lisa Williams
Kansas Parents as Teachers Coordinator
(785) 296-4964
Implementation and Supports oversees Kansas Education Systems Accreditation (KESA) and school redesign efforts, helping districts improve quality, innovate, and meet state standards for student success.
Dr. Jay Scott
Director
(785) 296-6818
Joe Jewett
Assistant Director - Support for Federally-identified Schools
(785) 296-2600
Trish Backman
School Mental Health Coordinator
(785) 296-6937
Christine Macy
21st Century After-School Programs Coordinator
(785) 296-3287
Dr. Amber Miller
Public Service Executive - West Region
(620) 765-7490
Jean Rush
Public Service Executive - East Region
(785) 296-7884
Emily Scott
ESOL and Title III Coordinator
(785) 296-4941
Maureen Tabasko
Education for Homeless Children and Youth (McKinney-Vento) Consultant
(785) 296-1101
Heather Terrill
Neglected and Delinquent Program Consultant
(785) 296-6770
The Teaching and Learning team develops academic standards, assessments, and resources to guide instruction, measure student learning, and support Kansas schools.
Vacant
Director
(785) 296-2325
Gail Hook
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-3142
Amber Boyington
Teacher Leader Consultant - Mathematics and English Language Learners (ELL)
(785) 296-3142
Nick Brummet
Counselor Leader Coordinator
(785) 296-3142
Melissa Brunner
Teacher Leader Consultant - Early Literacy and Dyslexia
(785) 296-3142
Amy Bybee
Teacher Leader Consultant - Dyslexia
Teaching and Learning
(785) 296-3142
Effie Conway
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Cherryl Delacruz
Teacher Leader Consultant - Mathematics
(785) 296-3142
Dr. Tina Ellsworth
Teacher Leader Consultant - History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS)
(785) 296-3142
Sarah Evans
Teacher Leader Consultant - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
(785) 296-3142
Michael Flenthrope
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Todd Flory
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Hailey Hawkinson
Teacher Leader Consultant - Early Literacy and Dyslexia
(785) 296-3142
Mallory Jacobs
Teacher Leader Consultant - Counseling
(785) 296-3142
Hanna Kemble
Teacher Leader Consultant - Content Literacy Continuum
(785) 296-3142
Kathy Kochersperger
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Betsy Lawrence
Teacher Leader Consultant - Content Literacy Continuum
(785) 296-3142
Jennifer Martinez
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Noalee McDonald-Augustine
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Casey Meier
Teacher Leader Consultant - History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS)
(785) 296-3142
Hannah Neufeld
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Casey Peine
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Denise Scott
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Lara Staker
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Yale Taylor
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Amy Walker
Teacher Leader Consultant - History, Government and Social Studies (HGSS)
(785) 296-3142
Mary Williams
Teacher Leader Consultant
Teaching and
(785) 296-3142
Amanda Witty
Teacher Leader Consultant
(785) 296-3142
Career and Technical Education
Natalie Clark
Assistant Director - Career and Technical Education
(785) 296-4351
Barbara Bahm
Senior Administrative Assistant
(785) 291-3538
Jenna Giordano
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-4908
ChapLynn Askins
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-3152
Kevin Bronson
Coordinator
(785) 296-6214
Heather Campbell
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-2307
Denise Lauber
Perkins Coordinator
(785) 296-4912
Anthony Meals
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-3956
Brian Swaim
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-2221
Standards
Jennifer Hamlet
Assistant Director - Standards
(785) 296-8447
Carrie Hurd
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2078
Stephanie Alderman-Oler
Program Manager - STEM/Science
(785) 296-8108
Joyce Huser
Education Program Consultant - Fine Arts
(785) 296-4932
Dr. Stephen King
Program Manager - STEM
(785) 296-1893
Mary Lonker
Program Manager - English Language Arts
(785) 296-2144
Adam Topliff
History, Government and Social Studies Program Manager
(785) 296-3892
Structured Literacy
Dr. Laurie Curtis
Assistant Director - Structured Literacy
(785) 296-2749
The Kansas Volunteer Commission mission is to empower Kansans to meet community needs through service by providing resources, leadership, grants, and training to strengthen volunteerism, mentoring, civic engagement, and AmeriCorps programs throughout the state.
Andy Ewing
Executive Director
(785) 296-3163
Tierney Kirtdoll
Monitoring and Grants Coordinator
(785) 368-6211
Sarah Nelson
Training and Engagement Coordinator
(785) 296-7801
Amanda Noll
Financial Specialist
(785) 368-6207
Kat Seeley
Administrative Specialist
(785) 368-7436
The Special Education team helps schools follow state and federal laws, supports early childhood and special education programs, and provides resources to ensure all students have access to quality learning.
Lindsey Graf
Director
(785) 296-4949
Brian Dempsey
Assistant Director
(785) 296-5522
Kerry Haag
Assistant Director
(785) 296-4952
Dean Zajic
Assistant Director
(785) 296-2425
Evelyn Alden
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-3868
Stephen Anderson
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-7262
Jessica Askew
Administrative Specialist
(785) 296-3743
Steve Backman
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-2267
Teresa Cotton
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-3388
Lisa Karney
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-6765
Stacie Martin
Public Service Executive/Transition Coordinator
(785) 296-6855
Josie McClendon
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-5608
Stacey Noll
Data Coordinator
(785) 296-3129
Cary Rogers
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-0916
Kelly Steele
Coordinator
(785) 296-2050
Helen Swanson
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-1712
Mason Vosburgh
Special Education Data Manager
(785) 296-4945
Mark Ward, JD
Attorney
(785) 296-0920
The Teacher Licensure team issues and renews educator licenses, reviews and accredits educator preparation programs, supports professional learning, manages background checks, and oversees a variety of license types and endorsements—ensuring qualified, well-prepared teachers for Kansas students.
Shane Carter
Director
(785) 296-2288
Catherine Chmidling, PhD
Assistant Director - Educator Preparation
(785) 296-2288
Jessica Apodaca
Educator Program Consultant
(785) 296-2288
Christa Chesmore
Coordinator
(785) 296-2288
Cindy Coleman
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2288
Sarah Eaverson
Education Program Consultant
(785) 296-2288
Cathy Garcia
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2288
Joel Gillaspie, PhD
Coordinator
(785) 296-2288
Ed Kalas
Education Program Consultant - Professional Development/Mentor
(785) 296-2288
Luke McClurg
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2288
Joe Midgley
Licensure Operations Coordinator
(785) 296-2288
Tanae Richter
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2288
Aysha Satterlee
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2288
Myra Stithem
Public Service Administrator
(785) 296-2288
Division of Accountability and Technology leads KSDE’s accountability, assessment, research, evaluation, information technology, and reporting functions. This Division will ensure Kansas maintains a transparent, coherent, and effective system for measuring educational performance, directing resources, and improving outcomes for students.
Dr. Zach Conrad
Deputy Commissioner
(785) 296-7931
Jenni Marlatt
Senior Administrative Specialist
(785) 296-7931
The Kansas State Department of Education's (KSDE’s) Information Technology team manages secure, reliable technology services, including data systems, network support, and cybersecurity, to ensure efficient operations and protect education data statewide.
Kyle Lord
Assistant Director
(785) 296-6155
Todd Lowe
Assistant Director
(785) 296-7115
Rocky McKenzie
Assistant Director
(785) 291-3622
Jennifer Shaffer
Assistant Director
(785) 296-5240
Christine Armstrong
Systems Software Staff Consultant
(785) 296-5711
Trey Austin
System Software Staff Consultant
(785) 296-1203
Josh Bailey
Database Administrator
(785) 296-0758
Tammy Blaess
IT Information Systems Manager
(785) 296-2316
Sharon Bloom
Project Manager
(785) 296-3915
Julie Cook
Information Systems Manager
(785) 296-3300
Tristen Cook
Technology Support Technician
(785) 296-4036
Jennifer Cook-Miller
Project Manager
(785) 296-7943
Matt Cortez
Requirements Analyst
(785) 296-6916
Denise Davis
Requirements Analyst
(785) 368-7192
Eric Dehner
Requirements Analyst
(785) 296-4961
Parker Erikson
Application Developer
(785) 291-3514
Christopher Fletcher
Information Systems Manager
(785) 296-1067
Jennifer Flewelling
Project Manager
(785) 296-6331
John Girodat
Project Manager
(785) 296-8676
Andrew Higgins
Enterprise Support Specialist
(785) 296-6766
Greg Hiszczynskyj
Database Administrator
(785) 296-4928
Brian Hosey
Information Systems Manager
(785) 296-3709
Jason Howe
Webmaster
(785) 296-3544
Mike Jordan
Information Systems Manager
(785) 296-1970
Shuming Li
Application Developer II
(785) 296-7976
Stuart Lillie
Systems Software Staff Consultant
(785) 368-7127
Reylli Lopez
Technology Support Technician
(785) 296-8392
Richard Matteson
Information Systems Manager
(785) 291-3534
Karen McClintock
Technology Support Technician II
(785) 291-0599
Christopher Ortega
Senior Trainer
(785) 291-3512
Ian Preston
Senior Administrative Assistant
(785) 296-0574
Matthew Preston
Application Developer II
(785) 291-3679
Donna Reinert
Application Developer III
(785) 296-1208
Freddy Richter
IT Requirements Analyst
(785) 296-8438
Phillip Salyer
System Software Staff Consultant
(785) 368-8040
Tom Tosh
Data Coordinator
(785) 296-5039
Sai Sindhu Venigandla
System Software Staff Consultant
(785) 296-6143
Philip Watkins
Technology Support Technician II
(785) 296-5229
Nathan Weedin
IT Security Analyst
(785) 296-5084
Jared Wiley
Requirements Analyst
(785) 296-5080
Benjamin Wolf
Application Developer
(785) 296-4958
Raymond Zwiener
Information Systems Manager
(785) 296-2226
Julie Ewing
Assistant Director
(785) 296-2325
Twyla Sprouse, PhD
Assistant Director
(785) 296-6714
Chris Carter
Senior Education Research Analyst
(785) 296-1859
Nicole Clark
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-4925
Lee Jones
Public Service Executive I, ACT
(785) 296-7922
Stacey Noll
Data Coordinator
(785) 296-3129
Chelsea Pelfrey
Assessment Coordinator
(785) 296-0040
Angela Rice
Public Service Executive
(785) 296-1785
Education Research Analyst Senior
(785) 296-4924
Hayley Steinlage
Senior Education Research Analyst
(785) 296-6177
Mark Stephenson
Coordinator - National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), International Assessments
(785) 296-7933
Brooke Wells
Education Research Analyst Senior
(785) 291-3574
Roxanne Zillinger
Coordinator
(785) 296-7260
Julie Ewing
Assistant Director
Assessments
(785) 296-2325
Lee Jones
Public Service Executive I, ACT
Assessments
(785) 296-7922
Chelsea Pelfrey
Assessment Coordinator
Assessments
(785) 296-0040
Mark Stephenson
Coordinator - National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), International Assessments
Assessments
(785) 296-4926
