First Week of School 2019-20

WPS wrapped up its first week of school. Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson reflects on the week of activities and looks ahead to what the new year has in store.

WPS breakfast programs receive state recognition

Wichita Public Schools’ breakfast programs have been recognized by the Kansas State Department of Education for outstanding practices in Child Nutrition and Wellness programs that help support the Kansans Can vision.

Video: Back to School message - How Do You Impact Student Success?

Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson and WPS employees talk about how they impact student success in a fun video to kick off the new year.

BOE looks at details on the proposed 2019-20 budget

The budget reflects 87% of all operating funds directly supporting students.

WPS Nutrition Services announces new programs, menu items

New offerings include Titan Parent Portal, YumYummi digital school lunch menus and new menu items.

Video: Truck Safety for Super Smart Students

Our Nutrition Services truck drivers offer their safety tips to make sure students stay safe when food deliveries are made to schools.

Board of Education and SEIU agree on tentative salary and benefit package for two employee groups

The Wichita Board of Education and the Service Employees International Union (Local 513) have reached tentative agreements on the 2019-20 salary and benefit package for SEIU and the Uniformed Security Officers and Security Dispatchers groups.

Welcome to our new superintendent of schools, Dr. Alicia Alicia Thompson Thompson