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Kansas Adult Education Association
We strive to offer professional development, networking, and advocacy for the field of Adult Education in the state of Kansas.
Our mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in today's rapidly changing job market. Join us now and take the first Welcome to the Kansas Adult Education Association.
We strive to offer professional development, networking, and advocacy for the field of Adult Education in the state of Kansas.
Our mission is to empower individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in today's rapidly changing job market. Join us now and take the first step towards a brighter future.
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KAEA Awards
KAEA wishes to acknowledge the efforts of individuals within the field of adult education in Kansas including students, educators, volunteers and other individuals whose efforts deserve public recognition. As such, each year KAEA selects nominations in several difference categories of recognition. The selected nominees are then presented with a plaque acknowledging their contributions and achievements at the annual conference during an awards ceremony.
Know somebody who really deserves some public recognition for the hard work they've done? Nominate them to receive an award at the 2024 KAEA Conference. Categories are open for students, educators, volunteers and other notable individuals who've contributed to adult education in Kansas.
KAEA also annually awards one $500 grantr for individuals or institutions undertaking special projects related to adult education.
If you are interested in nominating somebody for a job well done, or applying for the special projects grant, click the links below. You can hover over the links for a brief description of the award.
Nominations are now closed for nominations and applications.
Thank you to everyone who submitted. Winners will be announced at the annual conference meeting!
KAEA Distinguished Service Award
Individual, in an area other than teaching, who has demonstrated outstanding service promoting, developing, or implementing adult education in the state of Kansas.
KAEA Volunteer Service Award
An individual who has given outstanding volunteer service to the field of adult education in Kansas.
KAEA Master Adult Educator Award
An individual who exemplifies professional adult education instruction in the state of Kansas
KAEA TYRO Adult Educator Award
An individual who has recently become involved in teaching and has made an outstanding contribution to Kansas adult education during the five years preceding the annual KAEA conference.
KAEA Outstanding Adult Learner of the Year Award
A student who represents the diversity of adult learners in our state and exemplifies adult education students throughout Kansas.
KAEA Past Presidents' Special Project Grant
Apply today for a $500 grant to showcase your creative ideas, solve a problem, and/or advance your Adult Education program.
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