The Success-Ready Students Network (SRSN) now offers tailored resources specifically designed to support classroom instruction. Explore this overview to learn about exciting new professional learning opportunities available to educators and those who support classroom environments. These offerings are ideal for instructionally focused educators seeking to deepen or refresh their understanding of personalized, competency-based learning practices

A brief review was provided of the college and career performance indicators utilized by the SRSN districts. A demonstration of one district dashboard was provided.

Do not miss this engaging Career and Technical Education (CTE) panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Travis Plume, Assistant Commissioner at DESE. State CTE leaders highlighted current opportunities for districts and shared exemplary Real World Learning (RWL) initiatives from various CTE programs. The discussion emphasized the alignment of CTE with the goals of the Success-Ready Students Network.

A second panel featured CTE and Innovation School leaders from the Kansas City region, who discussed their collaborative experiences with the Real World Learning initiative, offering insights into impactful partnerships and innovative approaches in education.

Panelists included: Roger Barnes, DESE CTE Coordinator, Lori Brown, DESE CTE Coordinator, Martin Hanley, Director, Lewis & Clark ACC, Gage Tiller, Director Carthage Technical Center, Cheryl Reichert, Director Herndon Career Center, Jeremy Bonnesen–Director/Principal–Summit Technology Academy, and Corey Devaull, Assistant Director Career & Technology Center at Fort Osage School District.

Check out our Professional Learning web page for free recordings and content from all of the previous learning sessions. These resources are a great place to stay apprised of the work from the System Design Zone Demonstration Project Waiver. Additionally, these learning sessions can be used by district leaders as professional learning opportunities for building capacity within your districts.