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The Kansas State Board of Education consists of 10 elected members, each representing a district comprised of four contiguous senatorial districts. Board members serve four-year terms with an overlapping schedule. (View each one's profile and contact information by selecting his/her photo). Every other year, the State Board reorganizes to elect a chair and vice chair. The current Chair is Jim Porter and the Vice Chair is Janet Waugh. The State Board appoints a Commissioner of Education who serves as its executive director. Current Commissioner is Dr. Randy Watson.
The mission of the State Board of Education is to prepare Kansas students for lifelong success through rigorous, quality academic instruction, career training and character development according to each student's gifts and talents.
The Kansans CAN Vision: Kansas leads the world in the success of each student.
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Board Office (785) 296-3203
Board Contact Information
Next Monthly Meeting April 11, 2023 - Topeka, Landon State Office Bldg April 12, 2023 - Visits to the Kansas School for the Deaf (Olathe) and the Kansas State School for the Blind (KCK)
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The Kansas State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. (more information...)
To accommodate people with disabilities, on request, auxiliary aides and services will be provided and reasonable modifications to policies and programs will be made. To request accommodations or for more information please contact the Office of General Counsel at gc@ksde.org or by 785-296-3201.