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The Achievement & Assessment Institute (AAI) at the University of Kansas exists to improve the performance of students, adults, and public agencies.

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Congratulations to Lisa Dieker, Williamson Family Distinguished Professor in Special Education and director of AAI’s Flexible Learning through Innovations in Technology & Education (FLITE), for receiving the 2025 Romaine P. Mackie Leadership Award from the Division of Leaders and Legacy!
CEC 2025 Special Education Convention & Expo. Baltimore. March 12-15, 2025. 2025 DLL Romaine P Mackie Leadership Award. Dr. Lisa Dieker. DDL Awards Ceremony Annual Business & Board Meeting. Thursday, March 13 6:30 PM Room 331. Division of Leaders & Legacy Awards Ceremony followed by Annual Business & Board Meeting Thursday, March 13 6:30 PM Room 331 cecconvention.org Picture of Lisa Dieker
March 12, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Social work and its guiding principles drive many of our centers' initiatives, and we are fortunate to have dedicated social work professionals among our researchers and employees.
Social Card: Collage of sunflower, galaxy, and grid elements. Text: AAI Celebrates National Social Work Month.
March 4, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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🎉 Happy National TRIO Day! 🎉

AAI's Center for Educational Opportunity Programs proudly houses KU TRIO programs, working to support first-generation students, low-income students, and students with disabilities on their path to higher education.
Collage graphic. AAI Celebrates National TRIO Day.
February 21, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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AAI's Center for Educational Opportunity Programs (CEOP) is partnering with Haskell Indian Nations University's TRIO Student Support Services for a special event recognizing the impact of TRIO programs on student success.
National TRIO Day Celebration Join Haskell's TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) and University of Kansas' Center for Educational Opportunity Programs (CEOP) for a dat of celebrating our beloved TRIO programs across the country. RSVP with QR! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMzmL0mNB2fh24FOWCVr3xZOdO6HNVI-_2jPqrQ3xq_21byQ/viewform Keynote Speaker: Dr. Ferial Pearson Topic: The Secret Kindness Agents Haskell Indian Nations University Auditorium Feb. 21st, 2025 11:00 am -- 2:00 pm Open to all students and faculty KU The University of Kansas Center for Educational Opportunity Programs TRIO Haskell Indian Nations
February 20, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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We are proud that three AAI researchers are keynote speakers at this year’s CEC Special Education Convention & Expo.
CEC 2025 Special Education Convention & Expo. March 13, 4:00 - 5:00 PM EST Envisioning Tomorrow for All Learners: AI Revolutionizing Education Keynote Speakers: Lisa Dieker Director, Flexible Learning through Innovations in Technology & Education (FLITE) Jaime Basham Director, Center for Innovation, Design, and Digital Learning Eleazar “Trey” Vasquez III Achievement & Assessment Institute Operating Officer
February 13, 2025 at 9:22 PM
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Facilitated through AAI's Center for Educational Opportunity Programs, the Jerry Bailey Educational Opportunity Scholarship provides financial support for low-income and first-generation students as they pursue an undergraduate degree at the University of Kansas.

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Apply today! Jerry Bailey Scholarship One-time award, ranging from $750 to $1,500. Deadline: March 1, 2025 ceop.ku.edu/scholarship KU | The University of Kansas. Center for Educational Opportunity Programs.
January 31, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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A reflection on the life and works of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. from AAI Director Neal Kingston.
Reflecting on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we are inspired by his unwavering dedication to justice and equality. At the Achievement & Assessment Institute, his message aligns with our mission to enhance the lives of children and adults, ensuring access and opportunity in education, social services, technology, and policy. Across AAI's 17 centers, we work to dismantle barriers preventing individuals and communities from flourishing. Our work is deeply and regularly influenced by the example set by Dr. King, who tirelessly fought against unjust systems of discrimination, pervasive racial prejudices, and disenfranchisement. Dr. King, along with other leaders of his era, inspires us with their steadfast vision of a more just and equitable society. On this upcoming MLK Day, we honor Dr. King's transformative impact and reaffirm our commitment to advancing the ideals he championed. May his vision of equity and justice continue to inspire and guide us in our collective efforts toward meaningful change. Sincerely, Neal Kingston Vice Provost, Jayhawk Global and Competency-Based Education Director, Achievement and Assessment Institute University Distinguished Professor, Department of Educational Psychology
January 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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View images from Radlab!'s opening night in 2023 to see firsthand the vibrant results of the students' efforts.

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July 24, 2024 at 5:35 PM
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In Applied Innovations, we get to know some of the talented members of our team and their projects, across our many centers and various areas of impact.

Today we meet Hilary Cook-Borg, a Graphic Designer with
AAI's Center for Educational Opportunity Programs

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Graphic: Applied Innovations, from the Achievement & Assessment Institute, Aspire, Achieve, Inspire. Picture of Hilary Cook-Borg. “It is wonderful to see our students succeed and to be a small part of the center that is creating those successes.” Hilary Cook-Borg Graphic Designer Center for Educational Opportunity Programs
July 16, 2024 at 3:16 PM
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Learn about AAI's Arts & Humanities Grant, including a look at past winners.

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Abstract rendering of tulips. AAI Arts & Humanities Grant Research Funding Opportunity for KU Faculty in the Arts and Humanities Proposal Deadline: Sept 27 Learn more and apply: https://aai.ku.edu/arts-humanities-grant-2024 KU Achievement & Assessment Institute. Aspire | Achieve | Inspire
June 11, 2024 at 3:52 PM
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By partnering with educators, researchers, psychometricians, policy makers, and more, Kite Suite is able to deliver high-quality, large-scale assessments that go above guidelines and standards.

Learn about the Kite Suite from AAI's Assessment & Technology Solutions.

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Blue Mask over hands pointing at a laptop. White text: How ATS' Kite Suite Facilitates Educational Assessment In Kansas and Beyond. KU Achievement & Assessment Institute. Assessment & Technology Services.
December 6, 2023 at 5:44 PM
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The final 2023 session of Center for Educational Opportunity Programs' Antiracism in Data Management will feature Columbia University Professor and Director of the Edmund W. Gordon Institute for Urban and Minority Education Ezekiel Dixon-Román.

Register here:

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Antiracism in Data Management JOIN US FOR OUR NEXT WORKSHOP ON: THE ASSEMBLAGES OF DATA AND THE SOCIOPOLITICAL FEATURING: Ezekiel Dixon-Román, Ph.D. Columbia University Professor and Director of the Edmund W. Gordon Institute for Urban and Minority Education NOVEMBER 16 I 1-2:30PM CST ZOOM VIRTUAL WORKSHOP REGISTER AT: bit.ly/ardm-nov2023 After registering, you will receive confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
October 18, 2023 at 3:27 PM
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AAI's Center for Educational Opportunity Programs has selected 12 new honorees to appear on their annual I Am First Too poster. This poster honors KU first-generation students, alumni, faculty, and staff who have excelled as role models, leaders, and advocates of first-generation student success.
I AM FIRST TOO COMMEMORATIVE POSTER Join us for our 5th annual celebration to honor twelve individuals who have excelled as role models, trailblazers, and advocates for first-generation student success. November 8 at 4pm Burge Union, Forum C/D 2023 Am First Too Honorees: Anna Balmilero, Jacob Chamberlin, Deanna Hanson-Abromeit, Ph.D. Nikita Haynie, Erin Kelley-Garrison, Kylie Kookesh, Angel Martin Meza-Gonzalez, Michael Oliver, Irene Oliveres, Ph.D., Anna Pope, Ph.D., Dawn Tallchief, Ph.D., Ladazhia Taylor KU KUKANSAS UNVERSTY KANSAS Center for Educational Opportunity Programs
September 20, 2023 at 7:18 PM
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Our Strategic Centers are involved in testing and evaluation, education opportunity programs, education research, family optimization, software development, and more.

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Strategic Centers | KU Achievement & Assessment Institute, The University of Kansas
September 20, 2023 at 3:16 PM
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AAI's Center for Learner Agency Research and Action (CLARA) is hosting a Montessori Research Symposium as part of its larger Montessori Research Retreat. The Montessori Research Symposium includes a KU Community Invited Session.

Learn more:

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3 people and text that says 'CLARA: Decide. Create. Achieve. Center for Learner Agency Research & Action MONTESSORI SYMPOSIUM Join Leading Montessori Researchers In Person at KU Angela Murray University of Kansas Solange Denervaud Angeline Lillard École polytechnique fédérale University of Virginia de Lausanne (EPFL) OCTOBER 13, 2023 8.00 AM 10.00 AM KU INSTITUTE ACHIEVEMENT &ASSESSMENT The University Kansas Coffee & Snacks https://clara.ku.edu/ 8am 150 Joseph R. Pearson Hall'
September 18, 2023 at 9:02 PM
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The Secretary also met with researchers including AAI Directors and School of Education and Human Sciences faculty.
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona sits, foregrounded by the heads of attendees and KU mascot Big Jay. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona meets with AAI and School of Education and Human Sciences researchers. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona meets with AAI and School of Education and Human Sciences researchers. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona poses for a photo with AAI and School of Education and Human Sciences researchers.
September 7, 2023 at 9:54 PM
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Cardona’s visit to campus focused on diversity, access to education, and family engagement, specifically emphasizing federal TRIO programs' roles in addressing these issues.

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TRIO students chat with U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. TRIO students and CEOP Director Ngondi Kamatuka pose for a photo with U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona. CEOP Director Ngondi Kamatuka and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona shake hands. TRIO students chat with U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona.
September 7, 2023 at 9:53 PM
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It was inspiring and refreshing to hear Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona speak on campus earlier this week, as part of the launch for his Back to School Bus tour.

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U.S Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona high-fives KU mascot Big Jay as he arrives for his University of Kansas visit. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona and School of Education and Human Sciences Dean Rick Ginsberg shake hands, while KU Chancellor Doug Girod and Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor Barbara Bichelmeyer look on. U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona addresses the KU Band as he arrives for his visit to the KU campus. KU Chancellor Doug Girod and TRIO students chat with U.S Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona.
September 7, 2023 at 9:52 PM
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"We have been able to enhance and grow our Kite Suite solution, providing many new features for the outstanding educators we support through both the Kansas Assessment Program and Dynamic Learning Maps."

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"We have been able to enhance and grow our Kite Suite solution, providing many new features for the outstanding educators we support through both the Kansas Assessment Program and Dynamic Learning Maps. We are continuing to grow our team capabilities allowing us to be better postured to provide comprehensive assessment delivery to potential clients. We continue to foster a culture where all employees focus on delivering what the customer wants." Susan Martin Director Assessment & Technology Solutions
August 30, 2023 at 9:30 PM
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One month until the proposal deadline for AAI's Arts & Humanities grant.

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AAI Arts & Humanities Grant. Proposal Deadline Sept 29. Learn more and apply at https://aai.ku.edu/aai-arts-humanities-grant. Achieve | Aspire | Inspire. KU, Achievement & Assessment Institute.
August 28, 2023 at 7:32 PM
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We are just over a month away from the proposal deadline for AAI's Arts & Humanities Grant.

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AAI Arts & Humanities Grant. Proposal Deadline Sept 29. Learn more and apply at https://aai.ku.edu/aai-arts-humanities-grant. Achieve | Aspire | Inspire. KU, Achievement & Assessment Institute.
August 21, 2023 at 1:34 PM
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AAI's Assessment & Technology Solutions seeks to add a Curriculum and Assessment Specialist-Item Writer to join their growing team.

https://employment.ku.edu/jobs/staff/curr-and-assessment-specialist-item-writer/25693br
Job Opportunity Curr & Assessment Specialist-Item Writer KU Achievement & Assessment Institute The University of Kansas Assessment & Technology Solutions (ATS)
August 9, 2023 at 6:12 PM
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According to Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor Barbara Bichelmeyer, "AAI and its centers have been and will continue to be essential partners in building an exceptional learning community at KU."

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AAI and its centers have been and will continue to be essential partners in building an exceptional learning community at KU. Over the past 10 years, the work done at AAI has consistently embodied the three mission-based priorities of Jayhawks Rising: Student success, Healthy and Vibrant Communities, and Research and Discovery. I am excited to see AAI continue its mission of improving lives and communities in the years to come." Barbara A. Bichelmeyer KU Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor
August 9, 2023 at 3:50 PM