WPS News

Video: Friends University creates special scholarship for Early College Academy students

Friends University recently announced a $13,000 per year scholarship for students in the Early College Academy at Northwest High School should they decide to complete their college education at Friends University.

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BOE video: LETRS presentation

At the June 14 BOE meeting, the Board heard a presentation on the Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading & Spelling (LETRS) program.

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BOE video: Budget Development Report

At the June 14 BOE meeting, the Board heard a Budget Development Report from the district's chief financial officer Susan Willis.

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Curtis instructional coach named to Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame

Johanna Forshee, an instructional coach at Curtis Middle School who retired this year after 38 years of service to the district, has been named to the Kansas Teachers’ Hall of Fame.

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Video: Jardine Magnet Middle School unveils Keeper of the Plains statue

Jardine STEM and Career Explorations Academy and Arts Partners Wichita recently unveiled the newest Together Wichita Keeper of the Plains statue: The Keeper of Planeview.

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Principal and district leadership changes for 2021-22

The district has announced principal and leadership changes for the 2021-22 school year.

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Video: First in Class: Shantal Knibb

Beech Elementary first-year teacher Shantal Knibb looks back on her experiences as a new teacher as this unique school year draws to a close.

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Video: First in Class: Panya Amphone

Panya Amphone, orchestra and choir teacher at Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School, reflects on his first year in the classroom.

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