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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 is to Lead the World in the Success of Each Student.
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.
Agendas, Meeting Dates & Minutes Archived Board Media Streaming Board Vision for Kansas Education Board Policies and Guidelines (PDF) Committee Assignments (PDF) Current Events & Issues School Districts by State Board Dist. (PDF) School Districts in numerical order (PDF)
Board Secretary Peggy Hill 785-296-3203 plhill@ksde.org
Board Member Contact Information (PDF)
Kansas State Board of Education Monthly Board Meeting October 12 and 13, 2021 Topeka
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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 ogc@ksde.org or by 785-296-3201.