KHSA Executive Director to Serve on Governor's Early Childhood Transition Task Force

KHSA Executive Director Jennifer Adhima has been chosen to serve on Governor Laura Kelly's Early Childhood Transition Task Force.  The Task Force is "charged with reviewing Kansas’ early childhood programs and developing a roadmap for the creation of a new state, cabinet-level agency focused solely on supporting the success of our youngest Kansans."

**Note: Two of the other members of the Task Force are KHSA State Children's Champions!  Amanda Petersen (2022) and Senator Pat Pettey (2018)**

Appointments to the Early Childhood Transition Task Force are:

  • Barry Downing, Wichita—Honorary Chair

  • Cornelia Stevens, Wichita—Co-Chair

  • Sam Huenergardt, Shawnee—Co-Chair

  • Secretary Laura Howard, Topeka

  • Secretary Janet Stanek, Topeka

  • Melissa Rooker, Fairway

  • Amanda Petersen, Lawrence

  • Sara Bloom, Hays

  • Lona Duvall, Garden City

  • Kelly Davydov, Overland Park

  • Betsy Wearing, Salina

  • Jennifer Adhima, Lawrence

  • David Jordan, Hutchinson

  • Monica Murnan, Pittsburg

  • Senator Pat Pettey, Kansas City

  • Senator Brenda Dietrich, Topeka

  • Representative Susan Ruiz, Shawnee

  • Representative Troy Waymaster, Bunker Hill

 
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Childcare and Early Education Advocacy Day at the Kansas Capitol

Childcare and Early Education Advocacy Day at the Kansas Capitol

Connect, Learn, and Make a Difference!

Wednesday, March 1, 2023, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (Check-in begins at 9:00 AM)

*Connect with elected officials, families, and professionals to advocate for safe, quality childcare and early education opportunities for every Kansas kid.

*Learn more about how public policy has an impact on childcare and early education programs.

*Make a difference by sharing your experiences with lawmakers.

Check-in begins at 9:00 AM; Programs start at 10:00 AM. Lunch is provided.

Register here>>