The Kansas State School for the Blind (KSSB) has been in existence since 1867 and demonstrates the long-standing commitment by the State of Kansas to the area of special education. This agency is governed by the Kansas State Board of Education, and provides an environment rich in comprehensive education services, curriculum, and transition planning specifically tailored to blindness and deaf-blindness. KSSB leads through partnerships with parents, local school districts, and community resources to ensure equal access to a high quality education for all Kansas students who are blind or visually impaired.
The mission of KSSB is to empower students with the knowledge, attitudes, and skills needed to assume responsible roles in society and to lead fulfilling lives. With an environment rich in comprehensive services, education specialists, an individualized accredited curriculum, and transition planning, KSSB will lead through partnerships with parents, local schools, and community resources to ensure equal access to a high quality education for all Kansas students who are blind or visually impaired regardless of where they attend school.
1100 State Avenue
Kansas City, Kansas 66102
Phone:913-281-3308 Fax:913-281-3104
Website: http://www.kssb.net
| Title | Name | Phone | |
| Superintendent | William Daugherty | Ext. 307 | bdaugherty@kssb.net |
| Principal | Madeleine Burkindine | Ext. 326 | mburkindine@kssb.net |
| Athletic Director | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Boys Track Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Girls Track Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Wrestling Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Cheerleading Coach | Cherie Hill | Ext. 366 | chill@kssb.net |
| Boys Swim Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Girls Swim Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Forensics Coach | Helen Boduch-Hahn | Ext. 365 | shahn@kssb.net |
| Boys Goal Ball Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Girls Goal Ball Coach | Tim Schierbeck | Ext. 341 | tschierbeck@kssb.net |
| Recreation Director | Erin Kelly | Ext. 408 | ekelly@kssb.net |
| Mascot | Eagles | ||
| School Colors | Royal Blue and Red |