New Chapter Will Support School District Technology Leaders Across Kansas

 

Washington, D.C. (April 22, 2025) – CoSN today announced that the Mid-America Association for Computers in Education (MACE) has been approved by the CoSN Board of Directors as an official State Chapter.

CoSN State Chapters play a crucial role in advancing the organization’s mission at the local level. These chapters provide a platform for education technology leaders to collaborate, share best practices and advocate for innovative solutions in their regions. Through networking events, professional development opportunities and policy influence, CoSN State Chapters empower members to drive impactful change in their school districts.

“We’re excited to announce a new partnership with MACE. Through this collaboration, EdTech leaders and their teams across Kansas will have access to CoSN’s comprehensive collection of learning tools and professional resources. By joining CoSN’s growing community, MACE will help strengthen EdTech leadership and support more dynamic, student-centered learning environments statewide,” said Keith Krueger, CEO, CoSN.

MACE is a nonprofit corporation dedicated to advancing educational technology by fostering collaboration, sharing best practices and supporting educators in the effective use of technology. The organization works to enhance education through responsible use of hardware and software, engage with industry partners to establish technical standards and connect professionals in the field.

“MACE-KS is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community where educators actively using or intending to integrate technology can connect, share innovative ideas, effective techniques, valuable materials and proven procedures within educational settings. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with existing educational organizations in Kansas to contribute meaningfully to strategic leadership and system-level technology planning. This represents a joint effort to fortify the overall EdTech ecosystem within our state,” said Travis True, President-Elect, MACE.

The MACE leadership team includes:

  • Mike Ribble, Executive Director
  • Lori Rice, President/Webmaster
  • Megan Nussbaum, Past-President
  • Travis True, President-Elect
  • Ginny Duncan, Secretary

To learn more about CoSN State Chapters and their efforts, visit cosn.org/networking-community/cosn-chapters/.

About CoSN
CoSN, the world-class professional association for K-12 EdTech leaders, stands at the forefront of education innovation. We are driven by a mission to equip current and aspiring K-12 education technology leaders, their teams, and school districts with the community, knowledge, and professional development they need to cultivate engaging learning environments. Our vision is rooted in a future where every learner reaches their unique potential, guided by our community. CoSN represents over 13 million students and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. cosn.org

MEDIA CONTACTS:
For CoSN: Grace Helsing, ghelsing@fratelli.com
For MACE: Lori Rice, lori.rice@mace-ks.org