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Video: Get to Know Woodland Health and Wellness Magnet Elementary School
Students at Woodland are routinely exposed to the latest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) concepts which are a vital component in preparing students for careers in fast-growing STEM industries.
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Video: Get to Know Spaght Science and Communications Magnet Elementary School
Students at Spaght are routinely exposed to the latest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) concepts which are a vital component in preparing students for careers in fast-growing STEM industries.
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Video: Get to Know Mueller Aerospace and Engineering Discovery Magnet Elementary School
Students at Mueller are routinely exposed to the latest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) concepts which are a vital component in preparing students for careers in fast-growing STEM industries.
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Video: Get to Know Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School
In addition to a robust selection of unique Fine Arts opportunities, students at Mayberry Cultural and Fine Arts Magnet Middle School learn about their core subjects through a lens of cultural exploration and social issues.
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Video: Get to Know Jardine STEM and Career Explorations Magnet Middle School
In addition to being one of only two middle schools in the district that has a state-of-the-art, stand-alone STEM lab, Jardine STEM and Career Explorations Academy teachers also integrate STEM concepts into all of their instruction and build on those opportunities by spotlighting various career choices that students may be interested in.
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Video: Get to Know Brooks Center for STEM and Arts Magnet Middle School
In addition to an extensive focus on the fine arts, Brooks also houses one of only two middle school STEM labs in the district. These unique stand-alone classes are just where their theme begins, as STEM and Fine Arts Concepts are integrated into core curriculum building-wide.
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Video: Get to Know Minneha Core Knowledge Magnet Elementary School
Being able to take initiative, see a project to completion, and be a productive member of the community are critical elements that all WPS students learn. However, learning these skills take priority at Minneha where students are routinely given opportunities to grow in this capacity.
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Video: Get to Know L'Ouverture Career Explorations and Technology Elementary School
In addition to exposing students to various career opportunities, L'Ouverture Career Explorations and Technology Magnet is a district leader in using technology to engage learners.
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Video: Get to Know Riverside Leadership Magnet Elementary School
Being able to take initiative, see a project to completion, and be a productive member of the community are critical elements that all WPS students learn. However, learning these skills take priority at Riverside where students are routinely given opportunities to grow in this capacity.
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Video: Get to Know Hyde Leadership and International Explorations Magnet Elementary School
Being able to take initiative, see a project to completion, and be a productive member of the community are critical elements that all WPS students learn. However, learning these skills take priority at Hyde where students are routinely given opportunities to grow in this capacity.
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Video: Get to Know Enders Community Service and Leadership Magnet Elementary School
Being able to take initiative, see a project to completion, and be a productive member of the community are critical elements that all WPS students learn. However, learning these skills take priority at Enders where students are routinely given opportunities to grow in this capacity.
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Video: Get to Know Earhart Environmental Magnet Elementary School
The oldest magnet program in Wichita, Earhart has a rich, 45-year history of giving students hands-on experiences in learning about the Environmental Sciences. Students at Earhart go on multiple camping trips every year, learn about different habitats on their expansive property, don beekeeping suits as they harvest honey from their apiary, and host a massive Earth Day celebration every April.
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Video: Get to Know Horace Mann K-8 Dual Language Magnet School
Horace Mann is one of the district’s two K-8 magnet schools and the district's only dual-language magnet. Students at Horace Mann benefit from being immersed in Spanish and English from the day they begin kindergarten.
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Video: Get to Know Price-Harris Communications Magnet Elementary School
We are one of three elementary magnet schools in the district where the focus is on communications.
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Video: Get to Know Dodge Literacy Magnet
We are one of three elementary magnet schools in the district where the focus is on communications.
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Video: Get to Know Gordon Parks Academy
Gordon Parks Academy is a K-8 magnet school where students learn about the artistic mediums that were used by their school's namesake, Gordon Parks, including Audio/Visual Production, Photojournalism and Writing, and Film Directing and Production.
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Video: Get to Know Buckner Performing Arts and Science Magnet Elementary School
Buckner Performing Arts and Science Magnet is one of the district’s art-themed magnet schools where students focus on the performing arts such as drama, music, and dance.
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Video: Get to Know Allison Traditional Magnet Middle School
Allison is the district's only traditional magnet middle school. Students attending one of our four traditional magnet elementary schools are given priority to attend Allison when they apply. Though there is plenty of innovation at Allison, the traditional theme focuses on academic basics and providing a structured environment to support students.
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Video: Get to Know Isely Traditional Magnet Elementary School
Through standardized dress, a focus on discipline, and a "back to the basics" curricular foundation, our traditional magnet elementary school offers a rigorous approach to learning while setting high expectations for students. Residents within the USD 259 boundaries are assigned a traditional elementary based on their address.
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Recent
- Wichita Southeast High School eSports team earns national recognition in its first year
- North High students to build an airplane thanks to Airbus partnership
- Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson will share recommendations to BOE for return to school plan
- Employee reporting requirements for Friday, January 22
- BOE video: Department of Equity, Diversity and Accountability.
- BOE elects Stan Reeser and Ben Blankley to lead school board
- BOE approves transitioning students back to onsite learning
- WPS will continue COVID leave through May
- Superintendent will present learning model recommendations at Jan. 11 BOE meeting
- Employees can sign up to receive their W-2 statement electronically
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