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Beginning July 1, 2028, Kansas veteran educators serving in the positions listed below will be required to demonstrate knowledge of the science of reading to renew their professional license.
This knowledge may be demonstrated by completing state-approved training or passing a state-approved literacy exam.
• Elementary Reading/English Language Arts teacher. • Elementary History Government and Social Studies teacher. • Elementary Special Education teacher. • Elementary School Psychologist. • Elementary Reading Specialist. • Elementary Administrator.
As it pertains to licensure, elementary indicates grades PreK-6. When elementary is referenced grades PreK-6 are implied. Educators who have completed this requirement will receive an embossed Seal of Literacy on their State Board of Education issued license.
Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
KSDE Attention: Teacher Licensure 900 S.W. Jackson Street, Suite 106 Topeka, KS 66612-1212
TLALicense@ksde.org (785) 296-2288
The Kansas State Department of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. (more information...)
To accommodate people with disabilities, on request, auxiliary aides and services will be provided and reasonable modifications to policies and programs will be made. To request accommodations or for more information please contact the Office of General Counsel at gc@ksde.org or by 785-296-3201.