KASBO Network Volume 13, Issue #2 |
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Take note of the change in location for the February 26th Winter Workshop in Salina. We will be meeting at the Smoky Hill Service Center at 605 East Crawford, Salina, Kansas.We will not have a Continental Breakfast to start the day as we have in the past. The workshop will commence with registration at 8:00 a.m. and adjourn at 4:30.
(Click here for a Winter Workshop Schedule and a Winter Workshop Registration Form) (PDF Format)
Judge Terry Bullock released his opinion in the state school finance litigation. If you would like to review the opinion, it is posted on the District Courts website, which is located at http://www.shawneecourt.org/. Click on "Court Decisions" on the left side of the homepage. Scroll down to December 2. 2003,99C 1738, Eric and Ryan Montoy et al. vs. State of Kansas.
Sixteen Kansans attended the Association of School Business Officials' national conference in Charlotte, N.C. Ron Clark, Disney's 2002 Outstanding Teacher of the Year and Oprah Winfrey's first "Phenomenal Man," was one of the conference highlights. Mr. Clark's ability to change lives in one of the most challenging districts in the U.S. is something truly commendable.
The Kansas delegates again hosted a dessert reception for ASBO director, Rob Balsters. Thank you to Kathy Johnson, Kathleen Whitley, and Jeannie Diener for their hard work putting together invitations and decorations for the event! Also thanks to Karen Schadel for her coordination with the hotel on food and space.
Next year's conference will be held October 15-19, 2004, in Cincinnati, Ohio. Mark your calendars now.
Linda Jones, CFO, USD 259 Wichita
The KASBO Board of Directors met October 8, 2003, at the Salina Holiday Inn, with president Kathy Johnson presiding. Jim Menze, USA Executive Director and liaison to KASBO attended the board meeting.
The Board discussed ideas and options concerning how to get the most out of the website as a communication tool while maintaining continuity of service and personnel.
Gary Diener, President-elect, shared information about the 2008 KASBO State Convention. The Marriott in Overland Park will be the convention hotel. Additional information will be solicited from the KASBO members at the upcoming State Convention.
Lawrence Holiday Inn will be the site of 2004 KASBO Convention. The dates are April 21-23, 2004. The convention committee is working on a '60's theme since KASBO will be celebrating 40 years of existence.
The Board approved the implementation of the Profession Development Recognition Program. The program was introduced to the membership by Jenni Newell and Gary Diener during the Fall Workshop program. The deadline for those seeking to begin the program will be March 1, 2004. This will allow for recognition at the 2004 Convention.
The KASBO Board of Directors voted to nominate a KASBO member for the USA Outstanding Service Award.
The next meeting of the KASBO Board of Directors will February 25, 2004 at the Salina Holiday Inn.
Southern hospitality and the weather was at its best during the ASBO Convention in Charlotte. The Exhibit Hall was chocked full of products, services and technology items that are needed and used in school districts. The give-away items are a challenge to pack for the trip home.
The Vice President, Melody Douglas, RSBO from Alaska and two Directors, John Musso, RSBA, from Colorado and Neil Sullivan from Washington were elected during the convention. The voting procedure will change with the 2004 election. A process will be in place for all ASBO members to be given the opportunity to vote for and elect the officers.
It is a special treat for the Kansans in attendance to have Dr, Rob Balsters as a member of the ASBO Board of Directors announced to the attendees. Because of Rob's position, he has the ability to influence ASBO governance decisions and make sure that states like Kansas receive full consideration
The Kansas delegation is to be commended for the fine job they did at the reception we hosted immediately after the President's Reception. Kansas hospitality was at its finest.
The upcoming year will have some challenges regarding education. Funding will be major issue. Maintain an ongoing dialogue with your legislators and keep them informed.
The KASBO homepage has a lot of good information. Take time to visit and check out some of the links. Let us know about additional items or articles that would be worthwhile for our membership.
Visit the KASBO homepage for updates on the 2004 Convention. Be looking for hula hoops and clothes from the '60's. They may be the ticket to fun and adventure KASBO style.