Bostic Traditional Magnet Elementary named 2020 National Blue Ribbon School

Bostic Traditional Magnet Elementary School has been recognized as one of 367 schools nationwide, and one of six in Kansas, as a National Blue Ribbon School for 2020.

WPS opens Family Help Centers to provide extra support

In order to provide extra support for families as we start the school year, WPS is opening three Family Help Centers as part of its Future Ready Return to School Plan.

Video: First in Class

In our First in Class series, we’ll follow first-year choir and orchestra teacher Panya Amphone. In this episode, Panya talks about beginning his teaching career at Mayberry Middle School in the midst of a pandemic.

Video: Wichita Public Schools opens Family Help Centers

We opened our Family Help Centers last week at North High, South High and the district's Alvin E. Morris Administrative Center for families who need help for technology and bi-lingual issues. The centers are open 8 - 11:30 am and 12:30 - 3:10 pm Monday through Friday. Starting Thursday, Sept. 17, the West High center will move to South High School.

How to watch WPS High School sporting events

Video: First Day of School

Students are welcomed back to school for the 2020-2021 school year, both virtually and in person.

Six WPS students named National Merit semi-finalists

The 2019 semi-finalists are East High IB students Azaria Au, Alexander Mandanis, Gabriel Murphy, Magan Stuhr and Aryan Waghmode.

Video: Welcome Back!

We're Ready for You! Superintendent Dr. Alicia Thompson is joined by staff from around the district to welcome everyone back for the 2020-2021 school year.

BOE video: Superintendent Athletics and Activities Plan

At the Sept. 1 special BOE meeting, the BOE approved the Superintendent Athletics and Activities Plan, which reinstates sports and activities. Secondary students will still start the school year in MySchool remote.

BOE approves Superintendent Athletics and Activities Plan

On September 1, the BOE approved the Superintendent Athletics and Activities Plan, which reinstates sports and activities. Secondary students will still start the school year in MySchool remote.