Kansas State Department of Education
Linda Smith has extensive experience in project management and information technology application development. At the Kansas State Department of Education, Linda serves as the Project Management Manager overseeing the Education Data Exchange Network (EDEN) effort and civil rights data collection. Linda also works as the Information Technology Application Development Supervisor, supervising a team of web application developers. Prior to this, Linda worked at Sprint as the E-911 Network Operations Manager and Network Design and Evolution Manager, where Linda led successful transitions and managed network systems. Linda holds a Master's degree in Management from Baker University.
Kansas State Department of Education
The Department promotes the mission of the Kansas State Board of Education through leadership and support for student learning in Kansas. The Board is charged with the general supervision of public education and other educational interests in the state. While clearly acknowledging the role and importance of local control, the Board has the responsibility to provide direction and leadership for the supervision of all state educational institutions under its jurisdiction.