Kirk Thompson

Operates as a non-profit cooperative that provides finance for electric infrastructure

Generates and distributes electricity

Provides electric utility services

Retails propane, repump fuels, gasoline, oil, gas & air filters and provides cleaning services

Southwest Kansas Area Cooperative District 613 is an accredited interlocal educational cooperative serving 14 independent school districts across over 6,500 square miles in southwest Kansas. The private company is based in Dodge City, KS. The organization employs approximately 500 staff members and provides comprehensive special education and related services in more than 40 schools, supporting students from kindergarten through graduation. Its programs include early childhood special education, secondary special education, gifted education, transition services, and specialized support teams such as speech-language pathology, school psychology, emotional support, assistive technology, and student health services. The district supports educators through instructional coaching, paraprofessional assistance, teacher training, tuition assistance, and professional development accredited by the Kansas State Department of Education. It also manages business operations including human resources, finance, payroll, IEP compliance, language services, Medicaid, and student records. The language services department provides oral interpretation and written transcription primarily between English and Spanish, as well as services in over 200 languages. Transition services help students with disabilities move through life stages by collaborating with community agencies and offering resources. The district is governed by a board of directors and serves diverse communities, maintaining compliance with federal non-discrimination laws.