WPS offering grab-and-go meals twice a week

Meals will be offered to any child ages 1-18 at 18 sites around Wichita.

Video: Reading Along With SUPERintendent Thompson - The Very Impatient Caterpillar

Prior to the COVID-19 restrictions, Wichita Mayor Brandon Whipple joined Dr. Thompson to read the latest book in her "Read Along with SUPERintendent Thompson" series "The Very Impatient Caterpillar," by Ross Burach.

Video: Growing Up WPS - Phonological awareness

This video shows parents how to help their child develop phonological awareness skills with a game of "Odd One Out," where the object is to listen for the word with a different beginning or ending sound.

BOE video: Budget Development Report

At the March 9 BOE meeting, the Board heard a budget development report from Susan Willis, the district's chief financial officer.

BOE video: Demography study findings

As part of the district's strategic plan, the Board of Education approved RSP & Associates to conduct a demography study to assist the district in making long-term decisions.

BOE video: Update on Standards Referenced Grading

At the March 9 BOE meeting, the Board received an update on Standards Referenced Grading.

BOE video: Strategic Plan Goal 2 Data Review

At the March 9 BOE meeting, the Board heard an update on long-term goal #2 of the district's strategic plan: Increase 3rd grade reading proficiency.

Safe and Civil School Survey