WPS News

Kelly Bielefeld named future Wichita Public Schools’ Superintendent

Kelly Bielefeld, Executive Director of College and Career Readiness, will lead the Wichita Public Schools as its future superintendent effective July 1, 2023.

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Distinguished Classroom Teachers announced

The Wichita Public Schools is proud to announce the 2023 Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award recipients.

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Video: Strategic Plan Van - Restorative Practices

Superintendent Thompson travels to Pleasant Valley Middle School to see how they use strategies learned in their Restorative Practices training to incorporate them into their school, their lessons, and their culture.

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BOE approves 2023-24 school year calendar

The Board of Education approved the 2023-24 school year calendar during its January 23, 2023 meeting. The first day of school for all students is August 15, 2023 and the last day of school is May 23, 2024. New for the 23-24 school year, all schools will have Parent-Teacher Conferences on the same dates.

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January is Board of Education Appreciation Month

It's a great time to thank our board members for their support of public education.

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27th Annual JROTC/Leadership Corps Superintendents' Breakfast

Students in the JROTC/Leadership program share their stories during the annual breakfast program.

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2022 Turkey Drive

WPS departments and schools came out in force to help our community at the 2022 Turkey Drive, donating nearly 400 turkeys, more than 42,000 side items and more than $30,000.

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28th annual JROTC and Leadership Corps Veterans Day ceremony

More than 1,200 middle and high school cadets participated in the Nov. 10 ceremony at Century II.

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