New East High retail and coffee shop provides hands-on experience for CTE students

The Landing will serve coffee drinks, beverages and pastries as well as sell East High-branded apparel and gift items before school and during lunch.

Elementary schools to compete in Battle of the Books

A record 47 elementary schools will participate in this year's Battle of the Books program, January 21-29.

Isely special education teacher wins Golden Apple Award

Ali Moore was nominated by the parent of a student.

BOE video: Budget Development Update

At the Jan. 13 BOE meeting, the Board heard a Budget Development Report from chief financial officer Susan Willis.

BOE video: Update on WPS graduation rates

At the Jan. 13 BOE meeting, the Board heard a presentation with an update on the district's strategic plan goal of improving Wichita Public Schools’ high school graduation rates.

BOE approves 2020-21 school year calendar

The Board of Education approved the 2020-21 school year calendar during its Jan. 13 meeting. The first day of school for all students is August 13.

Board of Education elects leadership

Board of Education members elected Sheril Logan as president and Julie Hedrick as vice-president.