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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


September 29, 2026
December 6-8 at the Louisville Marriott Downtown Organizations that support Kentucky public school districts can now register to exhibit, sponsor, or join as a Preferred Partner at the 2026 KASS Annual Conference, December 6-8 at the Louisville Marriott Downtown. The Annual Conference is the largest KASS gathering of the year, bringing Kentucky's school superintendents together for professional learning, peer connection, and conversation about the work ahead for their districts. For superintendents, the partners in the room are part of that work. For organizations, it is a direct and personal way to understand what district leaders need. What This Conference Means for Districts and Partners Kentucky's superintendents are the chief decision-makers for districts across the Commonwealth. They are accountable for governance, operations, and long-term student outcomes, and they come to KASS events to learn alongside peers and find partners who can help them do the job well. Because KASS is the state organization dedicated solely to superintendents, partners at the Annual Conference are in the room with the leaders who set direction and shape priorities for their districts. This year's conference theme is The Power of Possibility: Empowering Learners. Igniting Innovation. Transforming Education. Conference at a Glance
kass fall summit
July 28, 2026
The KASS Fall Superintendents Summit brings Kentucky district leaders together September 8–9 in Lexington for focused conversation and peer connection. Limited sponsorship opportunities available for organizations committed to Kentucky public education.
April 15, 2026
Join Kentucky superintendents at the KASS Summer Summit in Lexington. Limited sponsorship opportunities available for meaningful, relationship-driven engagement.
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