The afternoon has been full of collaboration and connection as our leaders spent time in mixed groups focused on collective sharing and problem-solving before taking time to chat with our vendors. Thank you to our group leaders, vendors, and conference sponsors for all you do!
We are off to a great start at the 2026 #KSPrincipals Conference in Wichita. It has been a great morning of learning with some awesome breakout sessions, and our opening keynote, Jimmy Casas, has offered great insights and challenges to our group! #edleadershipmatters
Registration for the 2027 Women's Leadership Summit is open now! Visit the summit webpage to learn more about our keynote speakers, register, and book your hotel. Stay tuned as we release breakout information in the coming weeks. We have a seat waiting just for you! #WLS2027
The Aspiring Leaders Workshop is coming up quick! If you or someone you know is looking to take the next step in their leadership journey, then sign up for the one-day Aspiring Leaders Workshop today! Learn more @ https://www.usakansas.org/page/aspiring-leaders-workshop-2026-2027
Last Friday, we heard from AI Thought Leader Jeff Utecht on the current state of AI and how we can lead and design our schools for "New Collar" jobs. It was a great 30-minute session that left us even more excited to hear from Jeff at the Innovation and AI Summit. Listen to his whole session here (https://youtu.be/f2x2TQCk_7w) and sign up for the conference at https://www.usakansas.org/page/innovation-and-ai-summit
We are launching another cohort for our workshop "Leading a Culture of Literacy" in collaboration with @OrionEducation. This new cohort kicks off on November 17th. You can register and get all of the dates by visiting https://www.usakansas.org/page/leading-a-culture-of-literacy
Join us this morning at 9:00 am for our AI Learning Circle. This morning's circle will feature AI thought leader Jeff Utecht. You can grab the Zoom link and join us this morning by visiting https://www.usakansas.org/page/ai-learning-circle See you soon!
Our KELI Year 2 Building Level Leaders are in Salina today. This PD is provided in partnership with K-State who facilitates the #KELI Mentoring Program. Today, building leaders spent time discussing internal & external accountability, working through scenarios, and action planning.
Yesterday, we hosted Leading a Culture of Literacy in Topeka. We spent the day focused on getting the culture right for staff to implement the work of the Blueprint for Literacy. We appreciate the opportunity to collaborate with KBOR on this program. #edleadershipmatters
Our Innovation & AI Summit is just over a month away & we are gearing up by bringing our keynote speakers to you through our AI Learning Circles. Hear from Jeff Utecht tomorrow 10/30 in our 9:00 am Learning Circle. Grab the link @ https://www.usakansas.org/page/ai-learning-circle
Leading change to improve instruction is not easy & sometimes the change doesn’t stick. Join us in Topeka on November 18th for a hands-on workshop designed exclusively for Instructional Coaches, Curriculum Leaders, & Instructional Leaders. Use the QR or visit www.usakansas.org.
The need for teacher leadership is at an all time high. Who within your organization needs to be tapped on the shoulder and encouraged to take the next step? Have them enroll in our Aspiring Leaders program to get started! Use the QR code or enroll online at www.usakansas.org.
Join us this Friday at 9:00 am to hear from our Innovation and AI Summit Closing Keynote, Jeff Utecht. Jeff is an AI thought leader who travels the world speaking on AI. Grab the link and join us this Friday (10/30). https://www.usakansas.org/page/ai-learning-circle
We were at Shawnee Heights High School today providing customized training & support to their BLT. We focused on collective purpose, collaborated around action plans, & did work to build trust. It was a great day working on-site! Contact us if this could be right for you.
The Kansas Principal's Conference is next week! If you haven't yet, be sure to register and reserve your spot today. It will be a great two days of networking and learning. Register at https://www.ksprincipals.org/o/kpa/page/kansas-principals-conference
Our USA-Kansas Board of Directors is meeting today in Topeka. Thank you to our board members for your leadership across our state and on our board. #edleadershipmatters
We are in Overland Park, Hays, and Goddard today working with leaders in Elevate Leadership 2. Leaders are digging in on intentional leadership discussing ways they can leverage What Matters Most to drive impact in their buildings and climate and culture. #edleadershipmatters
We are expanding our Leading a Culture of Literacy workshop to the Wichita area in collaboration with @OrionEducation. This location kicks off November 17th. Visit us online to register at https://usakansas.wildapricot.org/sys/website/system-pages/?pageId=18008
USA-Kansas in partnership with @KASBPublicEd & @EducatorEpic (Educator Perceptions and Insights Center) is pleased to share the 2026 KS Administrator Survey. This brief 10-minute survey allows you to share insights on KS issues in education. Check your email for the survey link!
Today is day 2 of Elevate Leadership 2 with our Topeka group. We are focused on intentional leadership and building strong relationships within our school communities. #elevateleadership #edleadershipmatters
