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Video: Get to Know Black Traditional Magnet Elementary School
Through standardized dress, a focus on discipline, and a "back to the basics" curricular foundation, our traditional magnet elementary school offers a rigorous approach to learning while setting high expectations for students. Residents within the USD 259 boundaries are assigned a traditional elementary based on their address.
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BOE approves transitioning students back to onsite learning
The BOE approved the plan to transition back to onsite learning with elementary students returning January 13 and middle and high school students returning January 25.
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BOE video: Department of Equity, Diversity and Accountability.
At the Jan. 11 Board of Education meeting, the Board heard a presentation on the district’s Department of Equity, Diversity and Accountability.
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BOE elects Stan Reeser and Ben Blankley to lead school board
Stan Reeser and Ben Blankley will lead the Wichita Board of Education for the 2021 calendar year
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Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson will share recommendations to BOE for return to school plan
Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson sent a message to parents about a recommendation for students returning to school that will be presented to the Board of Education during their January 11 meeting.
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BOE video: Employee Leave and Quarantine Update
At the Dec. 14 BOE meeting, the district’s Chief Human Resources Officer, Sean Hudspeth, presented an update on employee leave and quarantines that result from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Fall Good Apple Award recipients honored
More than 340 employees, representing 70 schools and support centers were surprised with awards during Good Apple Week beginning on Dec. 7.
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BOE votes to transition to remote learning for all grade levels effective Dec. 2
The Wichita Board of Education voted to transition to remote learning for all grade levels effective Wednesday, Dec. 2. This directly affects elementary students who are currently learning onsite.
