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Welcome to the Learning Cooperative of North Central Kansas

  • The Learning Cooperative of North Central Kansas is a Special Education Cooperative that supports five participating unified school districts over three Counties:  Cloud, Republic, and Washington.
    • LCNCK provides a range of support services for students with exceptionalities, aged 3 to 21.

    • The Cooperative supports member districts in screening and identifying students with exceptionalities and in providing appropriate educational supports in the least restrictive environment. 

       

         
         
About Us

About Us

Welcome to the heart of the Learning Cooperative of North Central Kansas (LCNCK), where we're dedicated to nurturing a lifelong love of learning in every student. Our commitment to excellence, equity, and innovation guides us as we empower students to reach their full potential and make a positive impact on the world. Join us as we explore the exceptional educational opportunities and vibrant community that make our district a place where students thrive.

A high-quality education that empowers every student to reach their full potential and become a lifelong learner.

Our Purpose and Principles

At the heart of our organization lies a commitment to purpose, guided by a clear mission, an inspiring vision for the future, and core values that define who we are and drive everything we do.

LCNCK’s mission is to build positvie relationships to meet the needs of all students.

LCNCK’s vision is to promote growth through individualization, support, and collaboration.

  • All students learn academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills to be successful in all environments.
  • All educators accept students as they are, while helping them reach their full potential by focusing on the whole person.
  • Positive relatiosnhips are KEY! If students know you care and believe in them, they will want to please you and will put out much more effort!
  1. Communication
    1. To increase effective communication among USD #108, #109, #224, #333, AND #426 personnel, families, and community partners using a variety of strategies in order to build and sustain collaborative and productive relationships.
  2. Instruction
    1. To build the capacity of USD #108, #109, #224, #333, and #426 personnel, families, and community partners to provide a full continuum of effective and diverse instruction utilizing interventions, services, and supports for students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
  3. Compliance
    1. To expand the knowledge and skills of USD #108, #109, #224, #333, and #426 personnel, families, and community partners related to the processes and procedures aligned with federal, state, and local guidelines in order to enhance the effective implementation of IDEA.
  • LCNCK’s mission is to build positvie relationships to meet the needs of all students.

  • LCNCK’s vision is to promote growth through individualization, support, and collaboration.

    • All students learn academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills to be successful in all environments.
    • All educators accept students as they are, while helping them reach their full potential by focusing on the whole person.
    • Positive relatiosnhips are KEY! If students know you care and believe in them, they will want to please you and will put out much more effort!
    1. Communication
      1. To increase effective communication among USD #108, #109, #224, #333, AND #426 personnel, families, and community partners using a variety of strategies in order to build and sustain collaborative and productive relationships.
    2. Instruction
      1. To build the capacity of USD #108, #109, #224, #333, and #426 personnel, families, and community partners to provide a full continuum of effective and diverse instruction utilizing interventions, services, and supports for students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment.
    3. Compliance
      1. To expand the knowledge and skills of USD #108, #109, #224, #333, and #426 personnel, families, and community partners related to the processes and procedures aligned with federal, state, and local guidelines in order to enhance the effective implementation of IDEA.

We are committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where all students can thrive.

A teacher guides a student as she uses a microscope in a classroom setting.

Inspire the Next Generation

Join our dedicated team of educators and support staff and make a lasting difference in the lives of students.
 

Join Our Team

  • Director – Brandi Calahan

    Assistant Director – Rachel McVean

    Administrative Assistant – MacKenzie Cyr

    MIS and Records – Lisa McFadden

    Payroll – Jill Kirn

     

  • Sara Niehues – USD #333 PreK-4

    Cristi Wiegers – USD #333 5-12

    Carla Crutcher – USD #108, USD #224

    Jaci Siemsen – USD #109, USD #426

  • Jessie Doll – USD #108, USD #224

    Judy Edwards – USD #333 PreK-1

    Ciara Kearn – USD #109, USD #333 PreK Drop-Ins

    Lori Stahlman – USD #333 2-12, USD #426

  • Rachel Franz – All Districts

  • Kylie Williams – All Districts 

  • Angela Biems – All Districts

  • Nikki Goertzen – All Districts

  • NIkki Goertzen – USD #108, USD #109, USD #333 PreK-K, USD #426

    Rachel Kueker – USD #224, USD #333 1-12

  • Abbi Fiser – USD #109

    Bethany Wallin – USD #426

    VACANT – USD #108

    Renee Mason – USD# 224, USD #333