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KIDS FIRST MEANS CLOSING THE PUBLIC EDUCATION FUNDING GAP

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KIDS FIRST MEANS RETAINING AND RECRUITING HIGH QUALITY PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHERS

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KIDS FIRST MEANS A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR KENTUCKY

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Our Mission

ABOUT KIDS FIRST KY

Kids First Kentucky is an initiative by the Kentucky Association of School Superintendents (KASS) to make sure our children and teachers can be at their best every day. We believe in

wisely investing public dollars to support public schools. We believe in empowering local school districts to make the best decisions for their communities. Most of all, we believe improving our public schools means greater opportunities and brighter futures for all Kentuckians.

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ABOUT KASS

The Kentucky Association of School Superintendents is a statewide, non-profit organization representing Kentucky’s 171 superintendents in their pursuit of successful schools and academic excellence. For over 70 years, KASS has remained focused on equipping Kentucky students with the tools, skills and confidence to succeed in the classroom, at work and in the community.

KASS supports superintendents and their school districts by influencing education policies and legislation, facilitating networking and mentoring, enhancing professional development and sustaining relationships with other Kentucky education organizations.


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NEWS & UPDATES

KASS Live with Terry Brooks: Children, Data, and Superintendent Leadership

March 16, 2026
Terry Brooks: Children, Data, and Superintendent Leadership
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Why Kentucky’s Final Budget Decisions Will Shape What Districts Can Deliver Next Year

March 15, 2026
Kentucky superintendents are focused on House Bill 500 because final budget decisions on SEEK, transportation, and Tier 1 will directly shape what districts can deliver next year.
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Don’t Cut the Rope While Kentucky Schools Are Climbing

March 12, 2026
Kentucky schools are making real progress, but proposed legislation could restrict local school board taxing authority at the worst possible time. Here’s why KASS says now is the time to protect local investment and strengthen the state-local funding partnership.
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