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Being Brian: District Vision Guides Student Success
School boards are tasked with making decisions that boost student success and improve their districts. But what sets the best boards apart? Research shows that the most effective boards share
October 22, 2024
Keeping Your Focus on “The Main Thing”
As we step into the new school year, there’s an unmistakable buzz of excitement in the air. The kids are back in their classrooms and teachers are back to inspiring young minds. As a school board,
September 18, 2024
Being Brian: Embracing Paradoxes in Leadership
As you kick off a new fiscal year and tackle the challenges of reorganizing your board team, it’s the perfect moment to reflect on what makes leadership truly effective. With new leaders stepping in
July 23, 2024
Being Brian: Put Your Planning into Action
In a recent blog, we touched on the importance of aligning resources to your strategic plan. As we move into the summer months, it’s the perfect time to start discussing the next steps.
Zig Ziglar
June 20, 2024
Being Brian: Staff Appreciation and Support in the Classroom and Beyond
School districts often become so focused on improving outcomes and achievements that they overlook the crucial role that staff happiness and dedication play in student success. Teaching isn't just a
May 15, 2024
Being Brian: Reflecting on the Past, Shaping the Future
As graduation season approaches, it's natural to reflect on the journey of education. We often find ourselves drawn to nostalgic memories of our own school days, colored by an idealized view of the
April 24, 2024
Create Coherence by Aligning Goals and Resources
I often tell school board members through the strategic planning process they can do anything they want as a school district, just not everything. It is the time of the year when school boards
March 27, 2024
Strategies for Teacher Retention and Recruitment
Teacher retention and recruitment are more than just buzzwords; they're critical challenges faced by school districts across the nation. As education leaders, it's our responsibility to ensure that
February 28, 2024
In Kansas, the Good Work Continues
As I write this, not even 24 hours have passed since the news that the Kansas Supreme Court would release oversight of the Gannon settlement that aimed to restore adequate and equitable funding to
February 27, 2024
Building Relationships with Legislators
It's that time of year again when the state legislature convenes for the 2024 legislative session in Topeka. You might be thinking, "What does this have to do with me, a local school board member?"
January 29, 2024
Celebrating the Past, Looking to the Future
As we approach the end of the year, it's not just a time for festivities and holiday cheer; it's also the perfect time for reflection. It is easy to get caught in the trap of continually pushing
December 19, 2023
Navigating Transitions in Your Board
As we enter November, it's not only the holidays that are around the corner, but also board elections. Elections usher in new board members, bringing fresh faces and perspectives to the table.
November 1, 2023
Building Strong Community Relations
Educational leaders must understand the profound impact that our schools have on our communities. Schools reflect the values, aspirations, and dreams of the neighborhoods they serve. To foster a
September 28, 2023
Looking Beyond the Test Scores
State reading and math assessment results have long been a benchmark for student achievement in public education. But as education evolves, you may question the value of these scores and their
August 29, 2023
Strategies for Effective Leadership
Just like January starts the beginning of a new calendar year, in public education, July starts the beginning of the fiscal year for districts. There are probably new faces in your district and new
July 26, 2023
Creating Policies that Guide Student Success
In a world where progress is constant, updating education policies is essential to continue providing the best environment for student success. KASB provides our members policy updates twice a year
July 5, 2023