WPS News

Check your eligibility for free or reduced school fees

Check to see if your family qualifies for free or reduced-fees and be sure to fill out the fee waiver if you do!

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Superintendent Presents 2021-22 Safety and Operations Plan

On Wednesday, June 30, Superintendent Thompson presented the Wichita Public Schools 2021-22 Safety and Operations Plan to the Board of Education. The plan that will ensure our schools continue to be trusted as safe places as our students and staff begin the 2021-22 school year.

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WPS students named Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation scholars

More than 40 graduating seniors from the Wichita Public Schools have received scholarships from the Kansas Hispanic Education & Development Foundation.

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Video: 2020-21 Year in Review

The 2020-21 school year had its challenges, but thanks to our staff and students, we have many reasons to celebrate.

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BOE video: Budget Development Report

At the May 24 special BOE meeting, the Board heard a budget update from the district's chief financial officer, Susan Willis.

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Video: All-City Band concert

This year's All-City Band concert has gone virtual! Middle and high school students who were invited to participate recorded their parts individually. The concert was produced by Erik Cooke-Stone, WPS Instrumental Music Teacher and Maranda Wilson, WPS Winds and Percussion (Band) Curriculum Coach.

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Summer Food Program begins June 1

Free meals will be provided at 30 locations throughout Wichita.

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Senior Spotlight — Rosario Vargas, Towne East Learning Center

Rosario Vargas has had quite a journey to obtain her high school diploma. Two years ago she dropped out of high school during her junior year. Last year, she had a baby and the father of her son died unexpectedly. Now she's headed to college.

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