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February 13, 2023

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February 17, 2023

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February 20, 2023

Presidents Day holiday
February 21, 2023

6:00 PM All-City Fifth Grade Honor Choir Concert
7:30 PM All-City Middle and High School Honor Choir Concert

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WPS staff surprised with Education EDGE mini grants

Thirty teachers and school-based staff members across the district were recently surprised with Education EDGE Classroom Mini-Grants to support their classroom projects.

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Nominate a Wichita Public Schools employee for the Excellence in Public Service Award

Employees and residents are encouraged to nominate public service employees for the annual Excellence in Public Service Award. Nominations will be accepted through 5 p.m., Feb. 24.

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WPS magnet schools win national recognition

Seven WPS magnet schools have won national recognition from the Magnet Schools of America, the national association for magnet and theme-based schools.

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

The Wichita Public Schools present the annual All-City Honor Concerts at Century II Concert Hall. These concerts showcase the talents of hundreds of Wichita Public Schools students ranging from grades 5-12. The concerts, sponsored by Friends University, are free and open to the public.

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North High senior named WSU Gore Scholar

Maley Hansen, senior at North High School, received the Harry Gore Memorial Scholarship at Wichita State University.

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Video: BOE looks at feedback – develops superintendent profile

During the January 23, 2023 Board of Education meeting, BOE members heard from search firm Ray & Associates about feedback they received from online surveys and listening sessions about desired qualities for the new superintendent. The BOE used the feedback to develop a profile for what they want in the new leader.

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BOE approves 2023-24 school year calendar

The Board of Education approved the 2023-24 school year calendar during its January 23, 2023 meeting. The first day of school for all students is August 15, 2023 and the last day of school is May 23, 2024. New for the 23-24 school year, all schools will have Parent-Teacher Conferences on the same dates.

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Video: Strategic Plan Goal 4 - Schools are Trusted as Safe Places

During the January 23 Board of Education meeting, members heard a report about behavior and safety challenges, and how the district has responded with new solutions in student discipline, employee support, and community resources.

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