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.

Superintendent will present learning model recommendations at Jan. 11 BOE meeting

Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson will present recommendations for returning students to onsite learning and employee work status at the January 11 Board of Education meeting for their consideration.

WPS offering COVID-19 tests for symptomatic and asymptomatic employees

WPS is offering three Saturday COVID testing clinics for staff and their families who do not have symptoms.

WPS will continue COVID leave through May

WPS will continue to provide COVID leave coverage will continue through May 2021, even though Families First Coronavirus Response Act expired in December.

Employees can sign up to receive their W-2 statement electronically

The IRS requires that employers receive an employee’s written consent to only provide an electronic Form W-2, so we’ve made it quick and simple for you to do so.

Magnet school and special program application deadlines approaching

The Wichita Public Schools has amazing educational choices and opportunities available to our students and families. Applications for magnet schools and special programs are available online.

Nominate outstanding educators for Distinguished Classroom Teacher

Principals, staff and parents are encouraged to nominate outstanding educators for the 2021 Distinguished Classroom Teacher Awards. The deadline for mailed nominations is January 21 and hand-delivered nominations is January 22 at 12 p.m.