District News

Distinguished Classroom Teachers announced

The Wichita Public Schools is proud to announce the 2020 Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award recipients in their respective categories.

Comments (-1)
Fresh fruit and vegetable program allows students to try new foods

Thanks to a grant from the Kansas State Department of Education, students at 32 WPS elementary schools get to try exotic fruits and vegetables twice a week in their classroom.

Comments (-1)
BOE video: Budget update

At the Feb. 10 BOE meeting, the Board received a budget update from Susan Willis, the district's chief financial officer.

Comments (-1)
BOE video: Strategic Plan Goal 3 Data Review

At the Feb. 10 BOE meeting, the Board received an update on long-term goal #3 of the district's strategic plan: Increasing college and career readiness.

Comments (-1)
Nominate a Wichita Public Schools employee for the Excellence in Public Service Award

The deadline for nominations is Friday, Feb, 28, 2020.

Comments (-1)
Nominate employees, principals, partners or volunteers for Good Apple Award

All schools and support centers are encouraged to honors employees, volunteers and school partners for exemplary service. NEW THIS YEAR, a special award category was added to honor principals, assistant principals and other district administrators.

Comments (-1)
Video: Superintendent's Strategic Plan Van visits East High School

February is CTE month so Dr. Thompson visited the Blue Aces Construction program at East High School to see how students are getting hands-on training to help them with college and career opportunities.

Comments (-1)