WPS News

Video: 2020-21 Year in Review

The 2020-21 school year had its challenges, but thanks to our staff and students, we have many reasons to celebrate.

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BOE video: Budget Development Report

At the May 24 special BOE meeting, the Board heard a budget update from the district's chief financial officer, Susan Willis.

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Video: All-City Band concert

This year's All-City Band concert has gone virtual! Middle and high school students who were invited to participate recorded their parts individually. The concert was produced by Erik Cooke-Stone, WPS Instrumental Music Teacher and Maranda Wilson, WPS Winds and Percussion (Band) Curriculum Coach.

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Summer Food Program begins June 1

Free meals will be provided at 30 locations throughout Wichita.

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Senior Spotlight — Rosario Vargas, Towne East Learning Center

Rosario Vargas has had quite a journey to obtain her high school diploma. Two years ago she dropped out of high school during her junior year. Last year, she had a baby and the father of her son died unexpectedly. Now she's headed to college.

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Senior Spotlight — Lacey Parmenter, Wichita Alternative High School

After realizing that she needed a smaller setting to achieve her academic goals, Lacey transferred to Wichita Alternative and finished her high school degree a semester early. She plans to pursue a career in pediatric nursing.

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First cohort named for WPS Aspiring Leader Program

Sixteen WPS staff members have been chosen to participate in the program.

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Video: Retirement and Longevity Reception

The district celebrated retirees and and other long-serving district personnel at a special gathering at Botanica on May 12.

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