Announcements

Attention Class of 2020-

As reported last week “The public health crisis that we continue to face in the Wichita community is prompting the Wichita Public Schools to make a change to our plans for in-person commencement ceremonies at the end of July. We have made the decision to cancel indoor commencement ceremonies scheduled for July 24-26. Though we know this will come as a disappointment to our graduating seniors, we believe it to be the best decision for the safety and health of our students, families and staff.” -Branden Johnson, USD 259 Executive Director of Secondary Schools

Southeast High School will host a drive through commencement celebration on Saturday, July 25 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm in the main parking lot of Southeast HS. Participants will enter and exit through the Pawnee entrance to the school. One family at a time will be allowed to exit their vehicle, with a mask, and receive their diploma from Southeast Administration. Families will be able to take photos of their graduates at this time. We recommend that graduates wear their cap and gown.

In an effort to reduce wait times and to socially distance our graduates, we are recommending the following times for diploma pick up.

By last name:
A-H 9:00 am - 10:00 am
I- Q 10:00 am - 11:00 am
R- Z 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Seniors who owe an obligation (student fees), will not be issued a diploma until that obligation is paid. If you would like to make sure you do not owe an obligation you may call our bookkeeper at 973-2714 or our head secretary at 973-2716. Diplomas will be held at Southeast HS until the obligation has been paid.

If you would like to pick up your diploma from school before the celebration day, you may come to the school from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm today through July 22. All diplomas that are not picked up before or at the celebration will be kept at Southeast HS.

We look forward to seeing you on July 25th!

Congratulations Buffs!
SE Administration

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Senior Prom ICT 2020

Seniors/2020 Graduates, follow this link if you’re interested in city wide Prom, not a USD 259 sponsored event:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/senior-prom-ict-2020-tickets-103175049350

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NEED HELP? QUESTIONS ABOUT CORONAVIRUS?

If you are needing help or have general questions regarding the Coronavirus contact 211, United Way’s information and referral service. Dial 2-1-1 to talk with a call specialist or text your ZIP code to 898-211. United Way is working with local and state agencies to have accurate, current information.

FAMILYWIZE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY & DISCOUNTS

In the midst of the coronavirus, you shouldn’t have to worry about going out to get your prescriptions. Our partner, FamilyWize, can help coordinate home delivery of your prescriptions from participating pharmacies while they also help reduce the cost of your Rx. Their free prescription discount card can be used at most major retailers, regardless of whether or not you have health insurance. To learn more and get the card, click here . For help coordinating home delivery of your meds, call FamilyWize at 1-800-222-2818.

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For information regarding the Pandemic-EBT Click Here

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Convoy of Hope: On July 25, 2020, area churches, businesses, nonprofits and government agencies will participate in Convoy of Hope-WICHITA to give tangible hope to families living in situations of desperate human need. You are invited to share in this united act of compassion.

On this special day, thousands of guests from across our community will receive free groceries, health services, haircuts, family portraits, community services, prayer, live entertainment, lunch, games and activities for children, and more!

GATES OPEN AT 10:00AM

TWO SITES:

Bethel Life Center McAdams Park

3777 S. Meridian 1329 E. 13th St. N.

Wichita, KS 67217 Wichita, KS 67214

Please see link below to apply for relief, to donate or to volunteer!

https://www.convoyofhopewichita.com/

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Should you be in need for any local food resources, find information below for open food banks.

Click Here to additional Information

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District News

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.

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Important changes to indoor graduation ceremonies scheduled for the end of July

Due to the continuing public health issues in the Wichita community, and to keep students, families and staff safe and healthy, WPS will cancel indoor commencement ceremonies at the end of July. Each high school will hold a ceremony on their school campus that same weekend to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2020.

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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 for August. The plan will be finalized and shared with families and staff on Monday, July 20, and would keep the safety of students and staff in the forefront.

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BOE video: Budget update

The district's chief financial officer provided a year-end budget update at the June 30 BOE meeting.

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Summer food program update: No food service on Monday, July 6.

WPS Nutrition Services is providing free grab-and-go meals twice a week with breakfast and lunch items for any child ages 1-18 during their Summer Food Program, which begins on Monday, June 1.

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How to update contact information in ParentVUE

If you want to be sure to receive notifications about snow day cancellations, school emergencies and school information, you need to make sure your contact information is up-to-date in ParentVUE.

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BOE videos: District announces major technology initiatives and renames Wichita Virtual School to Education Imagine Academy

At the June 15 BOE meeting, the Board approved the renaming of Wichita Virtual School and authorized the funds to purchase $24,000,000 in technology for students and staff.

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