40+

Licensed professional staff at Kansas Connections Academy

30

Staff members have earned advanced degrees

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Specially trained to teach online and committed to providing individualized support

STAFF SPOTLIGHTS

Meet Some of Our Wonderful Educators

Get to know a few of the dedicated teachers and staff who contribute their time and talent to Kansas Connections Academy, every day.

Joseph Sailors

School Leader

"The teachers and staff do a wonderful job connecting with students and families and providing the support kids need to be successful in our school."

Read more about Mr. Sailors

Administrators

Mr. Droegemeier

Mr. Droegemeier

9–12 Principal
Ms. Hochman

Ms. Hochman

K–8 Principal
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Ms. Leyva-Hentges

Special Education Director

Counselors

Mr. Walrod

Mr. Walrod

Manager of Counseling Services and 11–12 Counselor
Ms. Lillis

Ms. Lillis

9–10 Counselor
Ms. Strobel

Mrs. Strobel

7–8 Counselor
Ms. Moore

Ms. Moore

K–6 Counselor

Teachers

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Ms. Bayard

High School
Ms. Blunt

Ms. Blunt

Elementary
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Mr. Duft

Secondary
Ms. Goree

Ms. Goree

High School
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Ms. Hall

Middle
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Ms. Higgins

Elementary
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Ms. Holland

High School
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Mr. King

High School
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Ms. Martin

Middle
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Ms. Mendoza

Elementary
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Ms. Patton

High School
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Ms. Powell

High School
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Ms. Thomas

Elementary
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Ms. Wagner

Middle
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Ms. Wright

Elementary
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Mr. Wright

Secondary
ON THE JOB

Our Kansas Connections Academy Staff in Action

Whether they’re engaging students in interactive learning experiences, attending educational conferences to stay at the forefront of teaching methods, or leading field trips to expand our students’ horizons, our team is always committed to fostering a dynamic and enriching learning environment.

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Discover how teachers harness technology to connect with their classrooms and empower students to learn how they learn best.

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HOW ONLINE SCHOOL WORKS

Learn how online school works and how the staff at Kansas Connections Academy provide a high-quality and personalized education designed to help each student thrive.

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