Ready transition: Bedell says KCPS will be in good hands with Collier

“It’s time,” Superintendent Mark Bedell said, as he prepares after six years to leave a district that has regained full accreditation and is positioned for a strong transition and greater achievement with Interim Superintendent Jennifer Collier. “Brighter days are ahead.”

Fully accredited: KCPS community rejoices

The six years it took for Superintendent Mark Bedell to lead the Kansas City Public Schools to the promised land of full accreditation would have been wilderness enough.

But the joy that swept over the resilient school district Tuesday burst from 22 years of pain that longtime educators and a community of partners and supporters have carried since the state stripped accreditation in 2000.

Superintendent Bedell outlines strategic plan for KCPS

Superintendent of the Kansas City Public Schools Dr. Mark Bedell presented to the LINC Commission the district's strategic four pillar plan to improve student achievement and outcomes.

KCPS Town Hall this Wednesday, June 21

Join KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell for a productive conversation on how we can move forward together as a community to ensure all our children have a real opportunity to achieve their dreams.

Video: Randi Weingarten visits Woodland Early Learning Community School

Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, visited and toured Woodland Early Learning Community School while on a stop in Kansas City. Joining Weingarten on the tour were Dr. Mark Bedell, KCPS Superintendent, and Andrea Flinders, President of the Kansas City Federation of Teachers and School-Related Personnel.

New KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell speaks to LINC Commission

New Kansas City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell speaks about his vision and plans for the district at the July 2016 LINC Commission Meeting.