Wichita Southeast High School eSports team earns national recognition in its first year

Southeast High School’s eSports team recently competed in three national competitions taking two first place finishes and one third place finish. The success of the team is thanks in part to the district’s commitment to providing eSports opportunities and support for middle and high school students.

North High students to build an airplane thanks to Airbus partnership

Wichita Public Schools is partnering with Airbus to give high school students the opportunity to earn real-world experience in aviation manufacturing through Airbus’ Flying Challenge Program.

BOE approves transitioning students back to onsite learning

The BOE approved the plan to transition back to onsite learning with elementary students returning January 13 and middle and high school students returning January 25.

BOE video: Department of Equity, Diversity and Accountability.

At the Jan. 11 Board of Education meeting, the Board heard a presentation on the district’s Department of Equity, Diversity and Accountability.

BOE elects Stan Reeser and Ben Blankley to lead school board

Stan Reeser and Ben Blankley will lead the Wichita Board of Education for the 2021 calendar year

Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson will share recommendations to BOE for return to school plan

Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson sent a message to parents about a recommendation for students returning to school that will be presented to the Board of Education during their January 11 meeting.

WPS offering COVID-19 tests for symptomatic and asymptomatic employees

WPS is offering three Saturday COVID testing clinics for staff and their families who do not have symptoms.

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