2020-21 calendar approved – School year starts September 8

The Board of Education approved a revised 20-21 school year calendar with September 8 as the first day of school for all students and May 25 as the last day of school.

BOE discusses learning options for families and delaying start of school year

On July 23, the Board of Education approved three learning options for families when they return to school in the fall that best fits their child’s needs. They also directed the Calendar Committee to come back with a recommendation that starts the school year after Labor Day.

BOE workshop provides update on plans for Employee Support for returning to school

On July 17, the BOE held a workshop to look at Employee Supports and protocols to support physical, mental and professional development needs for staff.

BOE workshop provides update on district learning options for returning to school

On July 15, the BOE held a workshop to look at Learning Options that will be available for students, as well as plans for busing and feeding students this school year,

BOE hears update on district operations plans for returning to school

On July 13, the BOE held a workshop to look at district operations and plans that will be implemented to provide safe and healthy environments when school resumes.

BOE hears update on the Future Ready Return for Fall 2020

WPS Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tiffinie Irving gave an update to the Board of Education about the progress towards developing the Future Ready Return to School Plan.

An open letter to the students of the Wichita Public Schools

Dr. Alicia Thompson has written an open letter to students in the Wichita Public Schools about the crisis of discrimination and inequity currently facing our community and our country.