2024 Great Ideas in Education Conference Schedule

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About the Conference Program

When considering which session to attend be aware that most sessions will address more than one strand so be sure to look at the full descriptions.

Cookies and Conversations on Thursday are designed to give attendees the opportunity to network with others who have similar job responsibilities. You may choose any of the sessions to attend, so if you are more interested in learning from a different group, you are welcome.

If you have questions about the program of events, please contact by email at Pat Bone or by phone (785) 296-2303.

Dr. Jay Scott

Kansas Department of Education

Director, Accreditation and Design

Topeka, KS

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About me

Jay Scott is Director of the KSDE Division of Learning Services Accreditation and Design team. Jay joined the staff of the Kansas State Department of Education in June 2012 as assistant director on the Career, Standards, and Assessment Services team, overseeing Career and Technical Education. In July 2017, Jay became the Secondary School Redesign Specialist of the Kansans Can School Redesign Project. Beginning spring of 2022, Jay became the Director of the newly formed Accreditation and Design team at KSDE. Prior to joining the State Department, Jay spent 15 years as an educator in Kansas schools. He was a teacher, coach, and an administrator in four school districts located in northeast Kansas. Jay earned his bachelor’s degree in secondary science education from Baker University (1993), master’s in educational leadership from Emporia State University (2003), and doctorate degree in educational leadership from Kansas State University (2023).

My Speakers Sessions

10:15am CDT

General Session Eagle BallroomDr. Ben Proctor • Dr. Jay Scott