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These are the real stories of how our KC-region public schools help our kids and our communities thrive.

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In the Driver’s Seat for their Futures

A unique partnership is helping high school students match childhood dreams to reality. Two graduates from south Kansas City school districts earned their Commercial Driver’s Licenses before graduation, giving them a head start on their careers.

Banking on their Future Success

From student customers learning how to manage their money to student employees operating a real credit union branch, Winnetonka High School is turning financial education into an everyday experience.

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Our Kids. Our Communities. Our Future: shining a light on public school success stories

A powerful campaign in support of public education has reached well over 1.6 million people since its launch in fall 2023. Our Kids, Our Communities, Our Future tells true stories from Cooperating School Districts Greater Kansas City member districts via a campaign webpage, newsletter, social media posts and advertising.

CSDGKC expands its reach, adding another new member this year

CSDGKC represents urban, suburban and rural school districts with student populations ranging from around 250 to more than 20,000.

Celebrating CSDGKC’s 11-year streak of clean annual audits

Cooperating School Districts of Greater Kansas City recently earned its 11th consecutive positive audit from Marr and Company, P.C., of Kansas City.

The power of partnerships: Helping keep CSDGKC districts’ membership dues the same since 2007

“We are grateful for our partners and their support for public education,” said Dr. Kenny Southwick, CSDGKC executive director. “Thanks to their financial support, we’ve been able to keep our membership dues at just $2 per student since 2007.”

Arming education leaders to act as effective advocates for public schools

CSDGKC’s Education Policy Leadership Program (EPLP) and Advanced Education Policy Leadership Program (AEPLP) provide school leaders with the knowledge and tools necessary to help influence elected officials.

Recognizing our outgoing CSDGKC Board of Directors members

Thanks to our volunteer Board of Directors members, Cooperating School Districts of Greater Kansas City is better equipped to serve our 36 member districts and their more than 179,000 students.

From professional development to graduate hours, CSDGKC offers free training and opportunities to member districts

Cooperating School Districts of Greater Kansas City recently wrapped up an impactful year of professional development with more meaningful sessions planned for 2026-27.

Close to 50 advocate for our schools during Jefferson City trip

Communicating with our state elected officials and advocating for public schools are top priorities for Cooperating School Districts. As part of this effort, our organization was well represented during CSDGKC’s second annual Legislative Day at the Capitol, held on February 25.

CSD Retirement Trust offers strong performance, low fees, value-added services

The CSD Retirement Trust continues its steadfast commitment to improving retirement planning and outcomes while reducing employees’ costs. Membership stands at 68 participating school districts in 2025.

MOCAAT Update

With the support of Cooperating School Districts of Greater Kansas City and three other sponsoring associations, MOCAAT launched on September 24, 2020, and a Board of Directors was formed to oversee the operations and performance of the Program. M

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