News Releases
Our press releases provide timely, accurate information about key initiatives, policy updates, and important events in Kansas education. They serve as an official source for news and announcements from the Kansas State Department of Education, helping educators, families, and communities stay informed about developments that impact schools statewide.
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Two Kansas schools recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools
TOPEKA — The National ESEA Distinguished Schools Program has recognized two Kansas schools for exceptional student achievement in 2025.Nov 19, 2025 by Angela Deines
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Kansas seeks federal waiver to create single accountability system, improve clarity for schools
TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has submitted a waiver request to the U.S. Department of Education to align state and federal school accountability systems into a single, coherent model focused on student achievement and school improvement.Oct 27, 2025 by Denise Kahler
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Kansas Education Commissioner announces retirement
TOPEKA – Dr. Randy Watson announced today he will be retiring as the Kansas Education Commissioner, saying his retirement will not be immediate as he will serve until the Kansas State Board of Education names his successor.Sep 10, 2025 by Denise Kahler
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2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year receives keys to car to use as education ambassador
Rachel Marlow, the 2026 Kansas Teacher of the Year, was presented with keys on Jan. 27, to a 2025 Nissan Altima by local representatives of Enterprise Rent-a-Car.®Jan 27, 2025 by Angela Deines
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2026 Kansas Horizon Award program recognizes 32 Kansas educators
TOPEKA — The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) has announced the 32 recipients of the 2026 Kansas Horizon Award, a program recognizing the outstanding teaching skills of new educators.Jan 7, 2025 by Angela Deines
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