Video: WPS 2022-23 Year-in-Review

As the 2022-23 school year comes to a close, we're looking back at all the great things we accomplished that helped keep us connected, united and #WPSProud!

Wilbur science teacher wins Excellence in Public Service Award

Tim Elsen, a science teacher at Wilbur Middle School, received the 2023 Excellence in Public Service Award from the Wichita Public Schools.

WPS named one of the Best Communities for Music Education

The Wichita Public Schools has been named one of the 2023 Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants. This is the seventh time the district has received this recognition.

Distinguished Classroom Teachers recognized

The Wichita Public Schools recognized the 2023 Distinguished Classroom Teacher Award recipients in their respective categories during the April 10 Board of Education meeting.

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.

Distinguished Classroom Teachers announced

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

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.

January is Board of Education Appreciation Month

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