Information Technology Team Director
Kathy Gosa
Phone: (785) 296-7931
E-mail:  kgosa@ksde.org

IT Security Policies

The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has developed a Data Quality Certification (DQC) program with specialized tracks for data entry personnel, data coordinators, program staff, and administrators. These tracks include instruction on general data quality practices and techniques, as well as intensive role-based training with the KSDE web-based applications, including the Kansas Individual Data on Students (KIDS) system, and their support resources.

The Kansas Individual Data on Students (KIDS) system was implemented by the Kansas State Department of Education during the 2004-2005 school year to meet the reporting requirements of the Federal No Child Left Behind legislation. The KIDS system maintains student confidentiality while allowing for the submission of timely, accurate data in multiple formats.

 
The Kansas State Department of Education has partnered with other technology leaders throughout the state and nation to network technology and funding resources and to offer a place where Kansas schools can get the answers and support they need.  TAKE focuses on providing quality products and superior services through teamwork, technology, staff development, and user empowerment!