All questions regarding licensure renewal should be directed to Jenny Koonce in the Human Resources department at the Education Center. You can reach Jenny at (913) 780-8040, district direct 5001-8040, or by email @ jlkoonce@olatheschools.org

How do I renew my Professional License?

The process of renewing your professional license is now an online process through the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) Portal. If you do not already have a login established with KSDE, you must register a user name and password first.

 Steps for completing an online renewal application:

1. Access the Kansas Licensure Application System (KLAS) website
2. Login to our account (New users or prior users with 3 years of inactivity will need to create a new account under the New User Registration section).
3. Choose the appropriate application for your renewal.
4. Submit your application and monitor your license application status for updates or additional action if needed.

You can monitor the process of your application using the License Look-up link.

When can I renew?

If you are within six months of your license renewal, you may start the process of relicensing. The links below provide information on renewing your teaching license with the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE).

How do I submit my new or renewed license to Olathe Public Schools?

KSDE does not notify us when your license is issued, renewed or updated with a new endorsement. See printing your Kansas Teaching License for instructions on updating your license with Olathe Public Schools Human Resources Department.

How do I renew based on accredited experience?

If you are renewing your professional license based on verification of three years of accredited experience, you should direct the verification form to Jenny Koonce in Human Resources at jlkoonce@olatheschools.org

How do I renew based on professional development points?

If you are renewing your professional license based on professional development points, KSDE will send a request for your official transcript to Jenny Koonce in Human Resources. Your official transcript will be uploaded directly to KSDE. We no longer need to print paper transcripts.

How do I use college credits to renew my license?

If you need to convert college credits into professional development points for your professional licensing requirements, please send an official paper college transcript to: Olathe Public Schools, Attn: Jenny Koonce, 14160 S. Black Bob Road, Olathe, KS 66063-2000. Once your transcript has been ordered, please enter the coursework in Frontline Education Professional Growth (formerly MyLearningPlan) for approval. Courses should be entered on the CERT/College Credit form. You should submit one form for each course. When your credits are posted, an official professional development transcript will be uploaded to KSDE.