Kansas World Language Association
Promoting and improving teaching. Providing professional development. Encouraging cooperation. Advocating for language teachers.
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Upcoming Events
- Fri, Nov 03University of Kansas Student UnionNov 03, 8:30 AM CDT – Nov 04, 4:30 PM CDTUniversity of Kansas Student Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS 66045, USADon't miss this opportunity to connect with Language Teachers across the state of Kansas.
- Fri, Nov 03University of Kansas Student UnionNov 03, 8:30 AM CDT – Nov 04, 4:00 PM CDTUniversity of Kansas Student Union, 1301 Jayhawk Blvd, Lawrence, KS 66045, USADon't miss this opportunity to connect with Language Teachers across the state of Kansas.
AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS
Call for Nominations
Every year, KSWLA recognizes outstanding Kansas World Language teachers and students. We do that by soliciting nominations from KSWLA members. See the Awards & Scholarship page for more information (including deadlines) and online nomination forms. Deadline is June 15th. Nominate a colleague or student, or apply for a grant or VIP status in one of the following categories:
Leading Diverse Learners to Proficiency
Congratulations 2022 Award Winners
Garinger Scholarship for High School and College Students
Yareli Ortiz, University of Kansas
Kansas World Language Teacher of the Year
Alyssa Rumple, Wichita High School North
Alexander Award for Pre-Service Teachers
Kayley Kuck, University of Kansas
Phyllis Farrar Leadership Award
Jan Denning, Salina Public Schools (retired)
Service to the Profession Award
Regina L. Pezsat, Topeka Public Schools
Friend of the Kansas World Language Association
Jonathan Elliot, Circle High School
Conference VIPs
Gabbie Baiza, Osawatomie High School
Allisson Fernanda Restrepo, Kansas State University
Best of Kansas from 2021 Conference
Heather Potter, Goddard Middle School
