Reopen Kansas Schools
If you support the safe, on-time reopening of Kansas schools, this page is for you! Local school districts know what's best for their community.
The governor's one-size-fits-all approach to delaying school openings isn't sensible.
Yesterday was a HUGE win for folks looking to return local control to their communities, and re-open schools in the time frame they see fit. Thank you for your participation and engagement. We'll leave this page open in case another need arises. Way to go, team!
Looks like we have the votes!!
22/07/2020
Watch the Kansas State Board of Education meeting live here!
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In an interview last night, State BOE member, Ann Mah, said she's mainly hearing from parents who support the governor's order to delay the start of schools. If that's NOT your opinion, let her know. Be nice! Simply ask her to vote no on the governor's executive order and allow decisions to be made by the local school boards. Here's her contact info.
(785) 231-0823 (cell) [email protected]
21/07/2020
From our great friend Representative Renee Erickson:
Here is a link to the executive order delaying the start of schools. https://drive.google.com/file/d/198WbW2KGOXCAAwoEhtapciFo50TMv-n2/view?usp=drivesdk
We anxiously await Governor Kelly's executive order relating to the delayed opening for schools in Kansas. When the order is available, we'll post it here. In the meantime, send those emails to the State School Board! It's our understanding the input has been HUGE! Keep it up!
19/07/2020
From the Wall Street Journal's editorial board: "The evidence—scientific, health and economic—argues overwhelmingly for schools to open in the fall." https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-case-for-reopening-schools-11594681985
19/07/2020
Reminder...call or email members of the Kansas Board of Education now and ask them NOT to support Governor Kelly's executive order delaying the start of school. Keep it simple and polite, and ask your friends to do the same! Click before for their contact info:
Board of Education The Mission of the State Board of Education is to prepare Kansas students for lifelong success through rigorous, quality academic instruction, career training and character development according to each student's gifts and talents. The Kansans CAN Vision is to Lead the World in the Success of Each S...
19/07/2020
There's a point relating to private schools opening on the Key Points document that needs clarification. See below for Kristey Williams House 77th District 's post. Thanks, Representative Williams!
18/07/2020
While local boards know their communities best, here are some other reasons to support the reopening of Kansas schools. The Wall Street Journal article referenced is here, though a subscription is required: https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-case-for-reopening-schools-11594681985
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Please share this page with your friends. The State Board of Education will likely vote this coming week. Later today we'll post some points to help guide your discussions with friends. Stay tuned, and stay engaged!
18/07/2020
Governor Kelly plans to issue an executive order delaying the start of Kansas schools until after Labor Day. However, a new state law passed during the 2020 legislative session requires the Kansas Board of Education to approve orders that affect the opening or closing of schools. If you want schools to open on time, contact your state school board member. You can find yours by clicking the link below. Simply let them know you support your school opening this fall, and politely ask them to vote against the governor's executive order. It's easy, and they're eager to hear from you!
Board of Education The Mission of the State Board of Education is to prepare Kansas students for lifelong success through rigorous, quality academic instruction, career training and character development according to each student's gifts and talents. The Kansans CAN Vision is to Lead the World in the Success of Each S...
18/07/2020