Video: First in Class - Ricayah Hayden

In our First in Class video series, we’ll be following two teachers as they begin their first year in the classroom. Ricayah Hayden is a kindergarden teacher at Clark Elementary School. A graduate of Northwest High School, Ricayah is excited to get the year started and introduce the love of learning to her students.

Video: First in Class - Sam Belsan

Meet first-year teacher Sam Belsan. A graduate of Wichita State, Sam will be teaching 8th grade social studies at Coleman Middle School. He's eager to teach students how the history of our country affects current events.

Video: WPS receives grant to help make schools safer

A grant from the Kansas State Department of Education will be used to upgrade security cameras and recording equipment, and entry systems for latchkey programs.

First Week of School 2019-20

WPS wrapped up its first week of school. Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson reflects on the week of activities and looks ahead to what the new year has in store.

WPS breakfast programs receive state recognition

Wichita Public Schools’ breakfast programs have been recognized by the Kansas State Department of Education for outstanding practices in Child Nutrition and Wellness programs that help support the Kansans Can vision.

Video: Hadley Middle School rolls out the red carpet for 6th grade students

The goal of the red carpet event is to help students make a smooth transition to middle school.

Video: Back to School message - How Do You Impact Student Success?

Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson and WPS employees talk about how they impact student success in a fun video to kick off the new year.