Orion Education & Training (formerly SCKESC) is one of seven service agencies in the state of Kansas designed to furnish more ... efficient and/or economical services to maximize educational opportunities for Kansas students. Service centers also act as liaisons between local districts and Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE). We also provide corporate organizations with a wide range of training services including human resources consulting and professional development. Our mission is to provide quality, cost-effective, progressive educational services that are relevant and responsive through positive relationships and open communication. Benefits to Schools * Save schools money through cost-effective cooperatives, centralized services, and pooled resources. * Provide specialized services otherwise unavailable. * Secure new resources for the region. * Provide leadership for innovative educational and administrative practices. * Build networks and cooperative arrangements among districts and other agencies. * Link schools with state and national educational resources. * Serve as liaison between schools, KSDE, and other agencies. Governance: Orion Education & Training is governed by a seven-member Board of Directors, one member appointed by each of the seven sponsoring school districts. Non-Discrimination Policy: Orion does not discriminate in admission to, access to, or operation of its programs, services, or activities. Contact Kris Misak, Affirmative Action/ADA Office, at 620-584-3300. read more