USA-Kansas upcoming events

KADPF Core Certification Program (14 Sep 2025)

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Our Core Certification program covers all the bases of facility management, and it is led by experienced professionals with real experience and practical knowledge.

Graduation Requirements to attend seven of the eight Modules although all 8 are encouraged.

Once you've paid for the complete course you are able to attend future courses at no charge to obtain new content as it is always updating.

2026-2027 Coaching & Consulting Services (01 Aug 2026)

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT

STRONG SYSTEMS START WITH STRONG LEADERSHIP.

Our coaching and consulting services empower school and district administrators to take their leadership into their own hands—and take it a step further—through focused, high-impact support tailored to your needs.

Audience: All building and district level leaders.

Cost Per One-Hour Session:

Non-Member - $500

USA-Kansas Member - $350

PLN District Member - $250

(Plus Mileage)

2026-2027 New Principal Support (04 Aug 2026)

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

KSLN - Practicing Leaders (01 Sep 2026)

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

Aspiring Superintendent Workshops (03 Sep 2026)

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Elevate Leadership Program (Year 1) (08 Sep 2026)

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Content: Sessions will focus on building capacity in developing strong instructional leadership skills, a laser sharp focus on best practices, how to effectively lead change, and how to build a purposeful school community. Sessions will be collaborative and include time to work on a customized action plan.

Audience: New & Experienced Administrators, Teacher Leaders, Special Education Leaders

Cost:

Non-Member - $2,000
USA-Kansas Member - $1,000
PLN District Member
- *With Individual USA-Kansas membership - $0
- *Without Individual USA-Kansas membership - $125
Cost includes 6 sessions

Location:

Regional monthly onsite meetings, 9:00 to 2:00 (lunch provided), held at the following sites: Dodge City, Salina, Topeka, Goddard, Hays, and Kansas City

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Elevate Leadership Program (Year 2) (15 Sep 2026)

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Content: Leaders who have completed Elevate Leadership Year 1 are encouraged to join an Elevate 2 Cohort to take a deeper dive into how to create healthy building cultures and effectively lead the learning process. Research confirms the vital role school leaders play in positively impacting student achievement.

Audience: Leaders who have completed the Elevate Leadership Year 1 Program

Cost:

Non-Member - $2,000
USA-Kansas Member - $1,000
PLN District Member
- *With Individual USA-Kansas membership - $0
- *Without Individual USA-Kansas membership - $125
Cost includes 6 sessions

Location:

Regional monthly onsite meetings, 9:00 to 2:00 (lunch provided), held at the following sites: Hays, Topeka, Garden City, Goddard, Kansas City

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Elevate Forward (Year 3) (22 Sep 2026)

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Content: The Elevate Forward series is focused on enhancing your instructional leadership skills through analyzing system coherence and implementation of changes based upon the areas you have targeted for your building through the What Matters Most framework in Elevate Leadership 1 & Elevate Leadership 2 and your KESA 2.0 goals. We hope you will continue to prioritize your learning by joining us in Elevate Forward in 2026-2027!

Audience: Leaders who have completed Elevate Leadership 1&2

Cost:

Non-Member - $2,000
USA-Kansas Member - $1,000
PLN District Member
- *With Individual USA-Kansas membership - $0
- *Without Individual USA-Kansas membership - $125
Cost includes 6 sessions

Location:

Regional monthly onsite meetings, 9:00 to 2:00 (lunch provided), held at the following sites: Garden City, Goddard, Kansas City

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Western Kansas Leadership Academy (28 Sep 2026)

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

Kansas Institute for Special Education Leadership (29 Sep 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

September 29-30, 2026
October 29, 2026
January 27, 2027
February 17, 2027
April 22, 2027

The September session will be held in Topeka. Monthly coaching meetings will be in the participants district. Quarterly meetings will be selected based on the participants.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

Instructional Leadership Academy (29 Sep 2026)

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 05:00:00 GMT

NEWTON

October 1, 2026
November 12, 2026
February 2, 2027
March 30, 2027
May 4, 2027

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Launching League Leadership (07 Oct 2026)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Launching League Leadership is a dynamic professional development series designed to empower building-level leaders to elevate their impact across their schools. Through a focused blend of collaboration with other leaders in the league, reflection, and practical application, participants will strengthen their ability to cultivate a purposeful and inclusive school culture, lead meaningful learning through strong instructional leadership, and inspire sustainable change. Emphasizing innovation and forward-thinking practices, this series equips leaders with the tools and mindset needed to foster growth, energize staff, and drive continuous improvement within their school communities.

League business will be discussed following lunch.

KanSPRA Fall Retreat: KanSPRA's Amazing Race (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Welcome to KanSPRA’s Amazing Race, where school communicators become racers navigating the twists and turns of an ever-changing profession! Start by building a strong foundation, tackle the toughest roadblocks, choose your path through engaging detours, and uncover goldmine ideas in fast pass sessions. Along the way, recharge at pit stops, connect with fellow racers, and collect practical tools to help you communicate faster, smarter, and stronger. The race is on...are you ready?

Social Information:

Wednesday: Welcome Social (Dinner & Entertainment Provided) at Big Grove Brewery, Prairie Village Taproom, 7060 Mission Road

Thursday: Social (Dinner & Entertainment Provided) at Game Show Battle Rooms, 10520 Metcalf Lane, Overland Park

2026 KPA Secretary Workshop (14 Oct 2026)

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Please remit payment online or make check payable to:

KPA

990 SW Fairlawn Rd.

Topeka, KS 66606

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

USA-Kansas Learning Circle - Budget & Fiscal Management (21 Oct 2026)

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Budget & Fiscal Management

Dr. Kellen Adams

Participants will:

Take a deep dive into the core basics of the KSEEA
Analysis of mill rates, mill levies, and how revenue is generated in Kansas school districts
Understanding the impacts that enrollment and other weightings will have upon a district
Budgeting and management principles to live by, both for buildings/departments, as well as districts
Strategies for sharing and messaging to the stakeholders of a district

Leading a Culture of Literacy (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Elementary Level Leaders will meet from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

KPA Bourbon & Wine Tasting (03 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT

2026 Kansas Principals Conference (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made after October 31, 2026 will be charged 1/2 of the registration fee.

Please remit payment online or make check payable to:

KPA

990 SW Fairlawn Rd.

Topeka, KS 66606

2026 Kansas Principals Conference Vendors (04 Nov 2026)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Please remit payment online or make check payable to:

KPA

990 SW Fairlawn Rd.

Topeka, KS 66606

2026 KIAAA Fall Workshop (08 Nov 2026)

Sun, 08 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Start: Sunday, November 8, 2026 (LTI Courses)

End: Monday, November 9, 2026 (Workshop)

Base Fee: $85

For those registering for the Fall Workshop, you may also register ($250 registration fee) for the Spring KIAAA Conference to be held in Wichita, Kansas on April 9-12 at the Drury Plaza Hotel Broadview Wichita.

Leadership Training (LTI) Courses Offered on Sunday, November 8

Link to Course Descriptions: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ej2ncJu-L60jHEMXyBPFbHPb8tkRdR0Lvlr6ECheNvE/edit?usp=sharing

LTI 501 (9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) - Guiding Foundations, Philosophies, and Resources

LTI 502 (2:00 to 6:00 p.m.) - Fundamentals of Education-Based Athletic Management

Do not register for LTI 501 and 502 here. These courses are part of our KIAAA Outreach Program for those ADs who want to work on obtaining their RAA Certification and want to take the courses at no charge. E-Mail Al Sersland at alsersland@gmail.com to request information regarding the outreach.

LTC 508 (2:00 to 6:00 p.m.) - Legal Issues III (Hazing, Constitutional Law, Disabilities Law, Employment Law & Labor Law) $100

LTC 790 (2:00 to 6:00 p.m.) - Instructional Methods and Techniques $100

Aspiring Leaders Workshop - Topeka (12 Nov 2026)

Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

Leading a Culture of Literacy (17 Nov 2026)

Tue, 17 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Elementary Level Leaders will meet from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Launching League Leadership (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

League business will be discussed following lunch.

Change and the Instructional Leader - Topeka (18 Nov 2026)

Wed, 18 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

School Finance University 101 (19 Nov 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026 Innovation & AI Summit (02 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 06:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026 Innovation & AI Summit Vendors (02 Dec 2026)

Wed, 02 Dec 2026 06:00:00 GMT

USA-Kansas Learning Circle - Budget & Fiscal Management (16 Dec 2026)

Wed, 16 Dec 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Budget & Fiscal Management

Dr. Kellen Adams

Participants will:

Take a deep dive into the core basics of the KSEEA
Analysis of mill rates, mill levies, and how revenue is generated in Kansas school districts
Understanding the impacts that enrollment and other weightings will have upon a district
Budgeting and management principles to live by, both for buildings/departments, as well as districts
Strategies for sharing and messaging to the stakeholders of a district

SPED & the Building Leader - Goddard (07 Jan 2027)

Thu, 07 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Launching League Leadership (13 Jan 2027)

Wed, 13 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

League business will be discussed following lunch.

SPED & the Building Leader - Topeka (13 Jan 2027)

Wed, 13 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

USA-Kansas Learning Circle - Budget & Fiscal Management (20 Jan 2027)

Wed, 20 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Budget & Fiscal Management

Dr. Kellen Adams

Participants will:

Take a deep dive into the core basics of the KSEEA
Analysis of mill rates, mill levies, and how revenue is generated in Kansas school districts
Understanding the impacts that enrollment and other weightings will have upon a district
Budgeting and management principles to live by, both for buildings/departments, as well as districts
Strategies for sharing and messaging to the stakeholders of a district

Aspiring Leaders Workshop - Goddard (26 Jan 2027)

Tue, 26 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

Leading a Culture of Literacy (28 Jan 2027)

Thu, 28 Jan 2027 06:00:00 GMT

Elementary Level Leaders will meet from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

SPED & the Building Leader - Garden City (29 Jan 2027)

Fri, 29 Jan 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Launching League Leadership (10 Feb 2027)

Wed, 10 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

League business will be discussed following lunch.

USA-Kansas Learning Circle - Budget & Fiscal Management (17 Feb 2027)

Wed, 17 Feb 2027 15:00:00 GMT

Budget & Fiscal Management

Dr. Kellen Adams

Participants will:

Take a deep dive into the core basics of the KSEEA
Analysis of mill rates, mill levies, and how revenue is generated in Kansas school districts
Understanding the impacts that enrollment and other weightings will have upon a district
Budgeting and management principles to live by, both for buildings/departments, as well as districts
Strategies for sharing and messaging to the stakeholders of a district

Leading a Culture of Literacy (11 Mar 2027)

Thu, 11 Mar 2027 06:00:00 GMT

Elementary Level Leaders will meet from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

School Finance University 202 (24 Mar 2027)

Wed, 24 Mar 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.

2026-2027 Launching League Leadership (07 Apr 2027)

Wed, 07 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

League business will be discussed following lunch.

USA-Kansas Learning Circle - Budget & Fiscal Management (21 Apr 2027)

Wed, 21 Apr 2027 14:00:00 GMT

Budget & Fiscal Management

Dr. Kellen Adams

Participants will:

Take a deep dive into the core basics of the KSEEA
Analysis of mill rates, mill levies, and how revenue is generated in Kansas school districts
Understanding the impacts that enrollment and other weightings will have upon a district
Budgeting and management principles to live by, both for buildings/departments, as well as districts
Strategies for sharing and messaging to the stakeholders of a district

Leading a Culture of Literacy (27 Apr 2027)

Tue, 27 Apr 2027 05:00:00 GMT

Elementary Level Leaders will meet from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Cancellations made within two weeks of the event date will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 50% of the event registration fee.