
CANCELLATION NOTICE: Due to inclement weather, the Elevate 2 training in Salina slated for 1/16/24 will now take place 3/21/24. The Lunch and Learn in Topeka slated for 1/16/24 will be postponed. Registrants, please check your email for further details. Thank you!


We've nearly reached capacity for the 2024 Women’s Leadership Summit! If you wish to attend and have not yet registered, we recommend registering now to secure your spot. https://usakansasks.sites.thrillshare.com/page/womens-leadership-summit


We are in @USD443 and @DerbySchoolsKS today with new principals talking about leading vs managing and how to create a safe and trusting environment. Leaders are reflecting on their practice, collaborating, and planning for a strong 2nd semester. #edleadershipmatters



Back by popular demand: School Finance University! We will be in Salina on January 31st for another full day of learning around school budgets, finance, and more. Learn more about this workshop and register by visiting https://usakansas.wildapricot.org/event-5510927


What can you do on a snow day to relax but still feed your professional growth? Open and explore this month's Under the Umbrella, of course! The January 2024 issue is in your inbox and packed full of readings around legislative advocacy, leadership, and more! #edleadershipmatters


As we gear up for workshops & winter weather this week, know that safety is our number one priority! We will ensure that all workshops are hosted when folks can travel safely. If you have questions about your workshop, email the trainer or our office at usaoffice@usakansas.org

Did you know we host various PLCs that you can attend from the warmth of your own office? This Wednesday, January 10th, you can join us for PLCs around budgets, legislative advocacy, and the superintendency. We would love to learn with you! #edleadershipmatters


The office is back open and we are ready to help you meet all of your professional learning needs this year! Visit our upcoming events to learn more about how you can get involved in USA Kansas this new year! https://www.usakansas.org/page/2023-2024-workshops #edleadershipmatters


One event we are extra excited about this new year is our "Elevate Your Building Leadership Team" summer series! Your district can still host. Ask us how! usaoffice@usakansas.org #elevateleadership #edleadershipmatters


Dr. Marty Stessman, Director of Executive Services, coleads our Western Kansas Career Showcase Program alongside @SWPlains. This is all part of the #startherestayhere initiative. Learn more here: www.startherestaryhere.org #edleadershipmatters


Sara Warnow, Executive Assistant, was most proud of the Vendor Showcase held during the Uniting Leaders Conference in June. Learn how to be a vendor/sponsor here: https://www.usakansas.org/page/2024-exhibitor-access #edleadershipmatters #unitingleaders


Jerry Henn, Assistant Executive Director, @USAKansas, shared that his highlight of 2023 was seeing the success of the Uniting Leaders Conference held each June with over 800 school leaders attending in 2023! Join us this year! #edleadershipmatters #unitingleaders


Houston Chinn, Outreach Coordinator, shared his highlight of 2023: The #KSSA Reception at Kauffman Stadium and watching the hotdog race! Don’t miss out on the SOY Awards Banquet on Jan. 17, 2024. Check your email for details or contact our office at usaoffice@usakansas.org


Jessica Clark, Communications Coordinator, shared her highlight of 2023: Women's Leadership Summit. Join us in 2024 by registering here: https://usakansasks.sites.thrillshare.com/page/womens-leadership-summit #edleadershipmatters


As a reminder, our office will be closed beginning today, Thursday, December 21st, and we will be reopening January 3, 2024. In the meantime, we will be sharing staff highlights from this past year! See you in 2024! #edleadershipmatters


We are introducing the "Did you know?" campaign that is meant to bring accurate information to communities about popular education topics. To kick off the #dykkansaskids campaign, schools are posting information about their special education programs. Follow the hashtag for more!


Our team extends a "Happy Holidays" to each of you as this year comes to a close. Note, our office will be closed beginning Thursday, December 21st, and we will be back open for business on Wednesday, January 3rd. If you need anything from us, please reach out soon!


Another great day of Elevate training with @USD265_Goddard serving as host! Participants took time to reflect and share while also learning more about building a purposeful community. #edleadershipmatters #elevateleadership


Our Western Kansas Career Showcase is in year 3, and we couldn't be more excited to share the numbers from our 4 showcases this fall! We could not do this without our partners! Check out www.startherestayhere.org to learn more. @swplains #startherestayhere #edleadershipmatters




Check out what our attendees are saying about Elevate Leadership 1 and 2! If you are interested in learning more, visit our website at https://usakansasks.sites.thrillshare.com/page/2023-2024-workshops #edleadershipmatters #elevateleadership

