Education EDGE funds help support high school theatre programs

Thanks to the the district's Education EDGE foundation, WPS high school theatre programs will each have an opportunity to learn how to create a custom backdrop with guidance from Rachel Downs at PAINTology. One of the designs was created by Wichita Southeast High School grad Michael Downs who is a noted set designer.

WPS participates in 2021 United Methodist Open Door Turkey Drive

For the 15th year, the Wichita Public Schools participated in the United Methodist Open Door Turkey Drive. This year we collected 441 turkeys, 47,965 side items and $27,121.

WPS and Greater Wichita Athletic League to start clear bag policy for scanned events

The Wichita Public Schools and the Greater Wichita Athletic League will implement a clear bag policy beginning December 2, which will speed up the entry process and create the safest-possible game day experience.

WPS students named to SCKMEA district honor groups

More than 90 WPS students have been named to the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association district honor groups

Video: Caldwell Elementary opens school store

Thanks to a grant from Education EDGE and donations from Giving the Basics Wichita, Caldwell Elementary School has opened a school store where students can buy personal care items, snacks and toys.

WPS asks for feedback for ESSER II and III investment planning

Please share your thoughts as the Wichita Public Schools continues to focus its ESSER II and ESSER III investment planning on the high-impact items that will help WPS students recover from and excel following the COVID crisis that has impacted us all.

BOE Video: Strategic Plan update on Goal 4

Here is an update on goal 4 of the district's strategic plan -- ensuring schools are trusted as safe places.

BOE video: Presentation on Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Funds

At the Nov. 8 BOE meeting, the Board heard a presentation on the district's plans for spending Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) Funds

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