What’s New
2019-20 Middle & High School Class Registration/Enrollment for Current & Level-Up Students
Posted Thursday, January 17, 2019
Current KCKPS students in middle and high schools and our district’s students entering these grade levels will need to select their courses and enroll for the upcoming school year. It is important for our students to participate in this process to make sure they have an opportunity to enroll in the classes of choice, especially those KCKPS students transitioning from elementary to middle schools and middle to high schools for the first time.
- Registration period: February 1 – 22, 2019 (This will happen during the student’s Family Advocacy class. Additional information will come from your child’s school.)
- Place: Student’s current school
- Registration Assistance: High school students will register with their school advocates. Middle school students will register with their counselors.
Please make sure your child has a Student Portal through Infinite Campus. If they do not, please contact your student’s school advocate or counselor for assistance.
High School Course Registration Instructions
Parent Approval for Course Selection Instructions
Questions about enrollment and registration? Contact your child’s school counselor.
Nominations Sought for the 2019 Reasons to Believe Honorees
Posted Friday, January 4, 2019
Do you know of a graduate from Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools who is a Reason to Believe? These are individuals whose accomplishments showcase their incredible skills and life stories, highlighting their perseverance, hard work and dedication. Their qualities exemplify to all of us why they are Reasons to Believe and inspirations to many. Nominations are open for the 2019 Reasons to Believe Alumni Honor Roll for Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools. Read More
KCKCC Will Offer Classes at Wyandotte High School Beginning Fall 2019!
Posted Wednesday, February 13, 2019
KCKPS has partnered with the Kansas City Kansas Community College to offer KCKCC classes at Wyandotte High School beginning Fall 2019! A series of community forums will be held this month to help determine what courses will be offered. Join us at the community forums and be part of this exciting partnership!
General Sessions
Thursday, February 21st
6:00 – 7:00pm
at El Centro
650 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101
and
Wednesday, February 27th
6:00 – 7:00pm
at El Centro
650 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101
Business Sessions
Tuesday, February 26th
7:30 – 8:30am
at El Centro
650 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101
and
Tuesday, February 26th
5:30 – 6:30pm
at KCK Library,
2nd Floor Auditorium
625 Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City, KS 66101
Information Session Helps with Parenting
Posted Wednesday, January 23, 2019
Children’s Mercy Hospital in association with Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools presents “Prepped and Ready: Parenting into the Teen Years,” on February 20 at 7 p.m. in the Central Office & Training Center, 2010 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Shayla Sullivant, a child and adolescent psychiatrist at Children’s Mercy, will speak about the following topics at the event:
- Self-care
- Eating disorder prevention
- Screen time
- Substance abuse, including vaping
- Suicide prevention
- Home safety, including the storage of firearms and medications
These are all challenges that parents may wonder how to tackle. The event on February 20 will help to provide some answers.
This one-day event is free and open to the public, but seating is limited. Please reserve your seat today here.
Click here to download the flier. Haga clic aquí para descargar en español.
Upcoming Dates
February
| Date | District/School Status |
|---|---|
| 15 | Family Advocacy Day/ No School for Students |
| 18 | Holiday/Admin. offices closed |
March
| Date | District/School Status |
|---|---|
| 7 | Last Day of Third Quarter |
| 8 | .5 Records Prep / .5 Inservice |
| 11-15 | Spring Break |
To view the complete district calendar, visit kckps.org/calendars.
Transportation Information for Extreme Cold Weather
Posted Thursday, January 24, 2019
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools knows winter weather can be challenging when we experience extreme cold temperatures. We want to inform you that on Friday, January 25, 2019, all KCKPS school bus routes will be running as usual; to and from school. As a precaution, dress appropriately for cold weather as you are waiting for the school bus. Appropriate cold weather clothes include, but are not limited to coats, heavy jackets, hats, mittens or gloves and boots.
Students should be on time at the bus stop. However, sometimes buses will be late due to weather and/or road conditions, and in those cases, students are not expected to wait more than 15 minutes for their bus to arrive in extremely cold temperatures. If possible, parents should drive their children to school if their bus is more than 15 minutes late. For student safety on extremely cold days, bus drivers will be on the lookout for any walkers and will make every attempt to pick them up and provide them a safe warm ride to school.
Other tips for students:
- Students should wait for the bus several feet back off the road in a safe place.
- Use the handrail when boarding and exiting the bus to prevent slips and falls on icy steps.
- Keep head and limbs inside the bus windows to prevent frostbite and other injuries.
- Before crossing in front of the bus, wait for an “all clear” from the driver. Cross 10 feet in front of the bus so the driver can see you as you cross.
- Avoid playing on snow piles at the bus stop.
- Don’t try to retrieve personal items from under the bus that may have fallen.
- Don’t push or shove when getting on or off the bus.
- Don’t chase the bus or grab the bus when it’s moving.
For more information, view the KCKPS Inclement Weather guide at kckps.org/weather.
Información de Transporte en Temperaturas Extremadamente Frías
Las Escuelas Públicas de Kansas City, Kansas saben que el clima invernal puede ser desafiante cuando experimentamos temperaturas extremadamente frías. Queremos informarle que el viernes 25 de enero de 2019, todas las rutas de los autobuses escolares de KCKPS se ejecutarán como de costumbre; hacia y desde la escuela. Como medida de precaución, vístase apropiadamente para el clima frío mientras espera el autobús escolar. La ropa adecuada para el clima frío incluye, entre otros, abrigos, chaquetas pesadas, sombreros, mitones o guantes y botas.
Los estudiantes deben llegar a tiempo a la parada del autobús. Sin embargo, a veces los autobuses llegan tarde debido al clima y / o las condiciones de la carretera, y en esos casos, no queremos que los estudiantes esperen más de 15 minutos por su autobús en temperaturas extremadamente frías. Si es posible, los padres deben llevar a sus hijos a la escuela si su autobús llega más de 15 minutos tarde. Para la seguridad de los estudiantes en los días extremadamente fríos, los conductores de autobuses estarán atentos a los caminantes y harán todo lo posible para recogerlos y brindarles un viaje seguro y cálido a la escuela.
Otros consejos para los estudiantes:
• Los estudiantes deben esperar el autobús a varios pies de la carretera en un lugar seguro.
• Use la barandilla al subir y bajar del autobús para evitar resbalones y caídas en escalones de hielo.
• Mantenga la cabeza y las extremidades dentro de las ventanas del autobús para evitar quemaduras por congelación y otras lesiones.
• Antes de cruzar en frente del autobús, espere a que el conductor “despeje todo”. Cruce 10 pies en frente del autobús para que el conductor pueda verlo mientras cruza.
• Evite jugar sobre pilas de nieve en la parada del autobús.
• No intente recuperar artículos personales de debajo del autobús que pueden haberse caído.
• No empuje ni empuje al subir o bajar del autobús.
• No persiga el autobús ni tome el autobús cuando se esté moviendo.
Para obtener más información, consulte la guía de clima inclemente de KCKPS en kckps.org/weather.
Download the New KCK Public Library App
Posted Thursday, January 24, 2019
The KCK Public Library has unveiled a new mobile app for the community. It is available for free to download on the App Store and Google Play. Download it today on Android or iOS!
KCKPS Releases New Inclement Weather Guide
Posted Wednesday, January 16, 2019
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools (KCKPS) has a new Inclement Weather Guide with information about the plans that are used in regard to weather-related closings and school-day start delays and early releases. The school district’s four plans are as follows:
- Plan A – Two Hour Delayed Start
- Plan B – Two Hour Early Release
- Plan C – Schools Closed, District Offices Open
- Plan D – Schools Closed, District Offices and KCK Public Library Closed
Click here to view more information on our Inclement Weather Guide that includes all of the details about what it means when these plans are activated by KCKPS. The guide provides content regarding how this information impacts transportation, school activities and meals.
Download a PDF version of the guide in the following languages:
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Inclement Weather Information
Posted Friday, January 11, 2019
When will the decision be made to close school due to snow, ice, or extreme cold?
The decision to close schools because of inclement weather is made by the superintendent of schools. All major radio and television stations will be notified by 6 a.m. and all other venues will be updated. To learn more, visit kckps.org/weather.
Where can I find out if school is closed?
- KCKPS Website (kckps.org)
- KCKPS Social Media Channels (Facebook, Twitter and Instagram)
- Major Television and Radio Stations
- Infinite Campus Message (sent to parents/guardians)
Please check more than one source for school closing information.
Listening & Learning Tours Q&A
Posted Tuesday, November 27, 2018
Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools would like to thank all of the participants in the Listening & Learning Tour sessions held in September and October. These sessions gave Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust and his cabinet an opportunity to hear from parents, students and staff about opportunities for growth at the school district.
Below are the questions from the sessions and the answers, as well as comments. If your question was addressed during another session, we did not reprint it again.
There are a few more questions that are still being addresed. We will inform you when they are published on the website. Read More
Guide to Help Parents Access Infinite Campus
Posted Wednesday, October 17, 2018
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We wanted to let you know we are aware many parents have had problems trying to access academic information for students in the new parent portal. We sincerely apologize for the problems you may have had and understand how important it is for you to be able to see this information.
Click here to access the Infinite Campus Portal Guide to view step-by-step directions for creating an account, getting into the system and finding information.
If these directions do not provide enough information, or if you still have questions or need help, please contact our dedicated Infinite Campus parent support team at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 913-627-4150.
Thank you for your patience and we sincerely apologize for your frustrations with the new system.
