This March, we’re celebrating #NationalNutritionMonth and the powerful role nutrition plays in student success. Students eating healthy meals helps them stay focused, energized and ready to learn!

A new episode of the Insight Podcast is out now!🎙️ In this episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast, we explore what it really means for students to be ready for life after graduation. Tune in now on: Spotify: buff.ly/UtFmM3g YouTube: buff.ly/k1FWZi1 Apple: buff.ly/uctssus

When students participate in state assessments, they are showing what they have learned in the classroom. The results help teachers and principals understand where students are thriving and where additional support can help every learner succeed. Learn more: buff.ly/J2I0o8c

A new episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast comes out tomorrow! The newest episode is about 'Beyond the Diploma – What Parents Should Know About Readiness for Life After High School.' In the meantime, catch up on previous episodes: Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education will conduct a special meeting on Thursday, March 12. They will immediately go into executive session to receive the slate of candidates for the next commissioner of education. No action is expected at the conclusion of the meeting.

The Kansas State Board of Education will meet today, Feb. 10, beginning at 10 a.m. View the agenda and meeting materials here: buff.ly/vO3jkoU

“Career and Technical Education is for all students, regardless of your postsecondary plans,” Dr. Lindsay King, of Maize USD 266, said about the skills built in CTE that will make any student more successful after they graduate from a Kansas high school. Tune in now on Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0

CTE gives Kansas students hands-on exposure to real careers, including the work their parents do. It allows students to experience professions firsthand, not just hear about them. Listen now on: Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 Apple: buff.ly/5b4oxxA YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

Now Hiring! The Kansas State Department of Education is recruiting for a Senior Administrative Specialist on the Division of Fiscal and Administrative Services Deputy Commissioner's team. Apply here: buff.ly/kF2gb5U

Higher school attendance is the result of students involved in CTE according to Dr. Lindsay King of Maize USD 266. She says CTE leads to more engagement, excitement to be at school, and the ability to apply learning to real-world experiences. Tune in now on Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0

Nutritious meals help children not just for one day, but over time. Students who have regular access to healthy food often show stronger learning outcomes, including higher test scores. #NationalSchoolBreakfastWeek

As part of #ReadAcrossAmerica, Kansas Commissioner Dr. Randy Watson read to the kindergarteners at Green Springs Elementary in Olathe USD 233 (Photo credit: Olathe Public Schools)

Paige Kibbee (left) and Reese Black, juniors at Santa Fe Trail High School and National Honor Society members, read to preschoolers for #ReadAcrossAmerica (photo credit @SFTSschools)

School breakfast supports learning by helping students begin the day nourished and prepared to engage in the classroom. Nutrition and education go hand in hand. School meals support attendance, classroom engagement, and student mental health which are all foundations for learning.

Confidence starts with getting the words right. Small, careful steps today lead to strong readers tomorrow. Drop the title of your child’s current favorite book in the comments! #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek

Kansas Commissioner Dr. Randy Watson had a great time reading to first graders at @TPS_501 Whitson Elementary this morning as part of #ReadAcrossAmerica this week.

During National School Breakfast Week, we recognize the role school breakfast plays in supporting student learning. Access to nutritious meals helps remove barriers to education and supports students’ ability to participate, grow, and succeed throughout the school day.

Career exploration helps students discover what they do and don’t enjoy. When Kansas students understand the industries available in their Kansas communities, they’re more likely to envision themselves in the field. Listen now on: Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

Happy Read Across America Week! Join the nationwide celebration of literacy and grab a book to share with a young reader. Let's make reading a lifelong adventure!

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education will conduct a special meeting on Tuesday, March 3. They will immediately go into executive session to receive the slate of candidates for the next commissioner of education. No action is expected at the conclusion of the meeting.

"What do you want to be when you grow up?” The infamous question kids are often asked, but sometimes don’t know the answer. Through CTE, Kansas students can align their interests with future career possibilities. Learn more on: Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

Celebrating #FFAWeek, Lizzy Vajnar, Hays High School's FFA chapter treasurer and Northwest District president, says FFA gives her and her peers a place to belong and chart their paths beyond graduation. “I knew I wanted to be part of FFA as well as keep the agriculture industry in my future.”

As we celebrate National FFA Week, we congratulate Washington County High School's FFA team for placing first in agronomy at the 98th National FFA Convention! The team will be recognized Tuesday on the floors of the Kansas House and Senate with @KansasFFA state officers.

Dr. Lindsay King of Maize USD 266 shares which professions students in her area of Kansas are interested in and how these students are paired with mentors in those careers. Tune in now on: Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 Apple: buff.ly/5b4oxxA YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

Did you know? Kansas CTE concentrators have graduated from high school in the 98-99% range since 2021, about 10 percentage points higher than all Kansas high school students. #CTEmonth

Did you know? Kansas CTE concentrators have consistently scored higher on the reading, math and science state assessments since 2021 than all Kansas high school students scoring at academically proficient Levels 3 and 4. #CTEmonth

As #LoveTeaching Week comes to a close, 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year regional finalist Troy St. Clair remembers something that recently made him smile and rekindle how much he loves teaching. buff.ly/EO1lqbV Tell us why you love teaching!

Do you know the difference between career pathways and career clusters? KSDE’s Natalie Clark explains how these two CTE terms differ and when students benefit most from learning about them. Learn more on: Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 Apple: buff.ly/5b4oxxA YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year regional finalist Tranda Strnad shares how she brings fun into the classroom to make her #LoveTeaching. buff.ly/tyY1x71 What makes your classroom special?

For Thankful Thursday of #LoveTeaching Week, 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year regional finalist Susan Rogers thanks a colleague who has encouraged her. buff.ly/Q8rgFtT Who encouraged you along the way?

What motivates 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year regional finalist Tracie Betz to go to work every day? Find out why this makes her #LoveTeaching in the video below. buff.ly/QX3fStC What motivates you to show up for your students every day?

ICYMI: A new episode of the Insight Podcast is out now! In this episode, we talk with education leaders about how Career and Technical Education (CTE) helps students prepare for life after high school. Tune in now on Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 Apple: buff.ly/5b4oxxA YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

For #LoveTeaching Week, 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year Rachel Marlow shares what inspired her to go into the teaching profession. buff.ly/SuS5UMD Tell us about your own story!

Kansas’ high school graduation rate is 90.5%. Behind the number are real students, real achievement, and a strong foundation for long-term success after high school. Graduation Matters.

Meaningful Monday: 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year Regional Finalist Lauren Sage looks back on meaningful pieces of advice she’s received from other teachers to help her #LoveTeaching. buff.ly/hqWExME What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

For this Sharing Sunday of #LoveTeaching Week, Jason Peters, 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year regional finalist, tells a time when a student mastered something that helped him #LoveTeaching. buff.ly/sHVyfBb When did you know teaching was your calling?

Today kicks off #LoveTeaching Week, designed to celebrate teaching, leading and learning in a way that unites and invigorates educators. Julie Smith, 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year regional finalist, shares one of her favorite memories of teaching. buff.ly/O5zwP1S What’s your favorite memory?

Graduation is more than a ceremony; it’s a turning point for your child’s future. A 90.5% graduation rate means more Kansas students have the foundation they need to pursue college, technical training, military service or careers - and that matters. Graduation matters.

A new episode of the Insight Podcast is out now! In this episode, we talk with education leaders about how Career and Technical Education (CTE) helps students prepare for life after high school. Tune in now on Spotify: buff.ly/QI79Dd0 Apple: buff.ly/5b4oxxA YouTube: buff.ly/PxlnmWP

Graduation is more than a milestone; it’s a launching point. With a 90.5% high school graduation rate, Kansas students are opening doors to what comes next. Graduation matters.

A new episode of the KSDE Insight Podcast comes out tomorrow! The newest episode is about 'Career and Technical Education: What It Really Looks Like Today.' In the meantime, catch up on episodes: Spotify –https://buff.ly/df6LxKJ YouTube –https://buff.ly/feUNTq1 Apple –https://buff.ly/tlyAwUu

The funding for Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses is a different weighting than others. This is because it is skilled-based work which requires smaller class sizes and costly equipment. Learn more on: Spotify: buff.ly/df6LxKJ Apple: buff.ly/tlyAwUu YouTube: buff.ly/feUNTq1

The Kansas State Board of Education will meet today, Feb. 10, beginning at 10 a.m. View the agenda and meeting materials here: buff.ly/vO3jkoU

“Staffing drives most of the budget.” KSDE Deputy Commissioner Dr. Frank Harwood shares how the budget isn’t about what all you can buy, but about having great people working with students. Available on: Spotify: buff.ly/df6LxKJ Apple: buff.ly/tlyAwUu YouTube: buff.ly/feUNTq1

As we celebrate #CTEmonth in February, Mame Saye Drame, a senior at Olathe North High School and president of Kansas DECA, says CTE gives students real world skills and experiences to take into their future careers. @KSDECA

February is national #CTEmonth. Riley Sturgis, president of the Riverton FFA chapter and the @Kansas FFA Southeast District, says CTE and FFA have not only prepared him for his postsecondary success but also for life.

Amber Patel is a Winfield High School graduate and vice president of the HOSA-Future Health Professionals of Kansas. As we celebrate #CTEmonth in February, Amber said CTE gives students the chance to observe careers they may be interested in before committing to a postsecondary path. @KansasHOSA

Just as you put money in your savings account, districts also put money into a ‘rainy day’ fund which is called ‘carryover.’ Districts must fund each month of the school year even if they do not receive funding until later on. (buff.ly/c8Tj8rt) Listen now on Spotify: buff.ly/df6LxKJ

For Kansans whose highest level of education is a high school diploma, graduates earn about 9% more over a lifetime than non-graduates. (Source: U.S. Census American Community Survey) A high school diploma is the first step toward opportunity. Graduation matters.

KSDE Deputy Commissioner Dr. Frank Harwood explains how declining enrollment can mean less funding for small districts (buff.ly/yjtvvqB). This often leads to combined classes, fewer support staff, or reduced extracurricular offerings. More on: Spotify: buff.ly/df6LxKJ YouTube: buff.ly/feUNTq1