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Are You Faster Than a Fifth Grader Race and Walk Will Be Held on April 27
Posted Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Active learners do better in the classroom. That’s one of the objectives of the annual Are You Faster Than a 5th Grader event held by Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools. The two-mile race brings together 5th grade students, district administrators and staff, community leaders and patrons for a morning of friendly competition and physical activity. This year’s race will be on Friday, April 27 at Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) Field House, 7250 State Avenue, and at Eisenhower Middle School, 2901 N. 72nd Street, and will end at the Washington High School stadium, 7340 Leavenworth Road.
- The one-mile walk that will precede the race starts at 10 a.m. at Eisenhower Middle School and will end at the Washington High School stadium.
- The 2-mile run will start at 10:30 a.m., at KCKCC Field House and will end at the Washington High School stadium.
In all, approximately 1,300 5th graders will take part in the morning of physical fun. Read More
Help us Name the New Elementary School
Your help is needed to name the new elementary school that will be the result of combining White Church Elementary and Bethel Elementary schools. The construction of the large state-of-the art building is tentatively scheduled to begin in the Fall, 2018. The project, which is tentatively set for completion in time for the 2020-21 school year, is part of the 2016 zero-tax increase bond initiative.
Click here to access the survey with the five school names and the explanation of each. You can select one of the school names listed or you can add a name for consideration as well as an explanation of that name.
The survey will be open from Saturday, April 21, until Wednesday, April 25, at 4 p.m.
The survey results will be presented to the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Board of Education for final approval.
Thank you for participating in the survey.
Notice - Time and Place of Special Meeting - April 23, 2018
Posted Friday, April 20, 2018
A special meeting of the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education is hereby called for Monday, April 23, 2018, at 5:00 p.m., in the third floor Board room of the KCKPS Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas.
In addition to regular business itemized in the published agenda, the Board shall meet with consultants from Ray and Associates to review survey results, discuss themes heard during community input sessions and approve superintendent search flyer.
Job Fair Opportunities for KCKPS Seniors and KCKPS Families
Posted Friday, April 20, 2018
The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Diploma+ Steering Committee is hosting a unique series of job fairs, including one at each high school, for graduating seniors and KCKPS families. This marks the first year our school district has hosted hiring events of this magnitude on site. We currently have more than 30 employers participating and anticipate even more employer involvement next year, as the number of seniors graduating Diploma+ continues to grow.
All high school locations are reserved for their graduating seniors only. Adults who are interested in a new opportunity are encouraged to participate in the KCKPS Family Fair at the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Central Office (2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas) on May 2, from 1 to 3 p.m. Read More to Access Important Links
F .L. Schlagle High School Community Open House on May 7
Posted Tuesday, April 17, 2018
This Spring, F .L. Schlagle High School is excited to announce that we are organizing another Community Open House. This event will take place at F.L. Schlagle High School on May 7, 2018 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Our theme for this event is Investing In Our Community. Our goal for this Community Open House is to feature a variety of exhibits and activities that showcase our community building stronger relationships together. Read More
Releve - KCK District Dance Ensemble Recital
Posted Thursday, April 19, 2018
You are invited to see dynamic dance performances by some of our talented students performing at the Releve - KCK All-City District Dance Ensemble recital. The recital theme is “Movement with a Message,” which will include dancers of various ages. Read More
Leadership 2000’s Class of 32 Hosts Comedy Fundraiser for Homeless Program at KCK Public Schools
Posted Tuesday, April 17, 2018
What: Leadership 2000 Night of Comedy – an event to raise funds for the homeless program at Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools(KCKPS). A Silent Auction will be held, too. The comedy event is being hosted by Class 32 of Leadership 2000, an organization that identifies, motivates and develops emerging leaders to affect change in the quality of life in Wyandotte County.
When: The comedy show will be held at 7 p.m. (doors will open at 6 p.m.) on Thursday, April 26, at the Improv Comedy Theatre in Zona Rosa located at 7260 NW 87th Street in Kansas City, Missouri.
Who: Come hear local comedy legends B-RICH, Conrad Courtney, Rod Reyes and Andrea Caspari bring the jokes and laughter for a great cause.
Cost: The cost of admission is $20 and additional donations are accepted. All of the proceeds from ticket sales, donations and a portion of food and drink purchases will directly benefit the students and families of the McKinney-Vento program. The program provides school supplies, uniforms, books, transportation to and from school, hygiene items, cap and gown fees, and connections to community resources and agencies for other basic needs to ensure students and families have what is needed to be successful. Visit kckps.org to learn more about the services provided by this program.
Tickets: Eventbrite.com or at the Improv. You must be 21 years of age or older to attend the show.
KCKPS Welcome Center Closed on Friday, April 20, 2018
Posted Tuesday, April 17, 2018
The KCKPS Welcome Center will be closed on Friday, April 20, 2018, as school is also not in session that day. The KCKPS Welcome Center will re-open on Monday, April 23. Read more about the Welcome Center here.
Schools Named Recipients of the 2017 Challenge Awards
Posted Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Congratulations to the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools being named as a recipient of the 2017 Challenge Awards by the Confidence in Kansas Public Education Task Force. The awards recognize Kansas schools that are making a notable difference in student achievement despite facing significant challenges in their school population. Since its inception in 2002, more than 1,500 awards have been presented to schools across the state.
To read the news release, click here.
Notice - Time and Place of Special Meeting - April 16, 2018
Posted Thursday, April 12, 2018
A special meeting of the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education is hereby called for Monday, April 16, 2018, at 5:00 p.m., in the third floor Board room of the KCKPS Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas. A special meeting of the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education is hereby called for Monday, April 16, 2018, at 5:00 p.m., in the third floor Board room of the KCKPS Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N. 59th Street, Kansas City, Kansas.
In addition to regular business itemized in the published agenda, the Board shall continue work on the 2018-2019 budget development and review and discuss the district's Student Code of Conduct and the Parent/Student Handbook. The Board shall recess to executive session to establish budget parameters pursuant to the exception for Employer Employee Negotiations under the Kansas Open Meetings Act.
Congratulations to the April 2018 Students of the Month
Posted Monday, April 16, 2018
Congratulations to the April Students of the Month honored by the Board of Education at their meeting on April 10, 2018. They are: (from left, top) Bellah Frazee, Pre-K from Silver City Elementary, Brooklyn Simpson from Parker Elementary, Michelle Aguilera-Enriquez from West Middle, and (from left, bottom) Genesis Garcia-Flores, Alicia Granados-Rodriguez and Zachary Garner from J.C. Harmon High. Read More
Dr. Cynthia Lane Honored at Annual PTA Presidents, Principals and Officers Dinner
Posted Monday, April 16, 2018
Dr. Lane was honored at the PTA Presidents, Principals and Officers dinner on Monday, April 9 at the Central Office and Training Center. Before and during the event, staff and community members were asked to write their favorite memory of or well wishes to Dr. Lane and pin them to a spring-inspired memory board (pictured below). Dr. Lane was also presented with a certificate commemorating her many years of service to the children of Kansas City, Kansas.
Dr. Jayson Strickland and Dr. Deloris Pinkard to be Accepted into Mid America Education Hall of Fame
Posted Monday, April 16, 2018
The Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) Foundation recently announced this year’s inductees into the Mid America Education Hall of Fame. Two of this year’s inductees are Dr. Jayson Strickland, deputy superintendent for the Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) and Dr. Deloris Pinkard, former KCKPS principal and teacher. Read More
1st Annual Be All I Can Be Jamboree Baseball Invitational
Posted Thursday, April 12, 2018
On April 14, 2018 we have partnered with the Kansas RBI to host the "1st Annual Be All I Can Be Jamboree" baseball invitational.
Game ScheduleLocation: Barton-Ross Complex, 5325 Parallel Parkway |
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Wyandotte Vs. Schlagle @ 11 |
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Sumner Vs. Washington @ 1 |
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Harmon Vs. Atchison @ 3 |
Superintendent Search: 30 Qualities Survey and District Review Survey (The Surveys Are Closed!)
Posted Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Dear Parents, Students, Staff and Community,
Your help is needed to identify the next KCKPS superintendent.
Please take the time to complete the “30 Qualities Survey” that focuses on the top 10 characteristics to consider in our superintendent candidates, and the “District Review Survey” that focuses on the overall impressions of the school district. The links to both online surveys are available below in English, Spanish, Hmong, Chinese, and Burmese. Other translations of the survey are forthcoming.
The online surveys opened on the school district website on Wednesday, March 28 and will close at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 10.
Thank you for your time and attention to these important surveys for the future of KCKPS.
District Review Survey
Congratulations to the March 2018 Employees of the Month
Posted Monday, March 26, 2018
Three outstanding employees were honored this week by the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education as Employees of the Month for March. Congratulations to Brenda Chabot, teacher at Silver City Elementary, Kimberly Hunter, bus driver for KCKPS and Angela Wright, principal at W.A. White Elementary. Read More
