Video: 2021-2022 Year in Review

We have many reasons to be proud of all that our students and staff accomplished this year! Here's a look back at some of the highlights of the 2021-2022 school year.

WPS Division Director of Operations wins Excellence in Public Service Award

Fabian Armendariz, Division Director of Operations for the Wichita Public Schools, received the 2022 Excellence in Public Service Award from the Wichita Public Schools.

WPS named one of the Best Communities for Music Education

This is the sixth time the Wichita Public Schools has received the recognition, having been honored in 2013, 2014, 2016, 2020 and 2021. 

WPS schools receive Challenge Awards

Eight Wichita Public Schools have been named 2021 Challenge Award winners. The award recognizes schools that are making a notable difference in student achievement.

Wichita Collective Impact collaboration to support early childhood literacy

A collaboration between WPS, Cargill, United Way of the Plains, Greater Wichita YMCA and Wichita State will help support early childhood literacy.

McLean Magnet Elementary science teacher wins presidential award

Zerrin Oelze has received a Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST).

BOE approves 2022-23 school year calendar

The Board of Education approved the 2022-23 school year calendar during its February 7, 2022 meeting. The first day of school for all students is August 15.

All-City Honor Concerts showcase Wichita’s finest student musicians

The Wichita Public Schools present the annual All-City Honor Concerts at Century II.

2021-22 School Supply List

Each elementary-age student in Wichita Public Schools will need the below supplies. Schools may ask for additional supplies for specific classes or projects.

Video: Get to Know McLean Science and Technology Magnet Elementary School

Students at McLean are routinely exposed to the latest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) concepts which are a vital component in preparing students for careers in fast-growing STEM industries.

Dillons Community Rewards

Do you have a Dillons Plus Card? If so, you can help raise money for a new video mixer for McLean! Just log in to your reward account online and sign up for community rewards.