Inspiring Excellence
Every Grownup, Every Child, Every Day!
Thursday, November 4, 2021
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Congratulations to those re-elected to the KCKPS Board of Education and to our newly elected board member. Thank you for your commitment to our students and families. |
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KCKPS Students Share Ideas with
Kenyan Delegation During Economic Summit
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More than 40 KCKPS students had the opportunity to engage in conversation with governors from the South Eastern Kenya Economic Block (SEKEB) during an Economic Summit held in Kansas City. The three-day summit was held in partnership with the Global Classroom Exchange (GCE) & the Kansas City, Kansas Schools Foundation for Excellence from October 27 through 29.
The KCKPS Department of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) hosted Kenyan representatives HE Dr. Alfred Mutua, governor of Machakos County, HE Charity Ngilu, governor of Kitui County, and HE Dr. Kivutha Kibwana, governor of Makueni County. The role and functions of a County Governor in Kenya are important in the county level of government. The SEKEB delegation shared ideas on a variety of industries and topics, such as global commerce, entrepreneurship, business, and educational opportunities.
KCKPS students were able to participate in a round-table conversation of their own during the Student Economic Summit. They discussed topics related to K-12 education, post-secondary education, workforce development, technology, and global economic advancement.
“We are very proud to be part of hosting a portion of this summit that features global networking opportunities across borders. This is a tremendous opportunity for our high school students to be immersed in conversations that embodies the true meaning of diversity, equity, and inclusion!” said Canise Willich, Executive Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for KCKPS.
Kansas Department of Commerce Deputy Secretary Paul Hughes was also present, along with 11 other Kenyan representatives who accompanied the governors.
“We are always looking for opportunities to be creative and enhance our learning environment for students. The summit provides an opportunity for our school district to foster inclusion and awareness around multicultural education while at the same time contributing to the development of future regional talent through partnerships that connect our students to professional resources and real-world experiences,” said the Superintendent of Schools Dr. Anna Stubblefield.
"Thanks to the KCKPS teachers, board of education, and administration for facilitating this learning opportunity,” said Dr. Brad MacLaughlin, Chief Learning Officer for Global Classroom Exchange. “This Initiative will help provide global access to local communities and industry.”
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Facilities Team Recognizes
"Buildings of the Month"
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The Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools Maintenance and Facilities Department has reintroduced an old tradition by honoring “Buildings of the Month.”
Based on report cards submitted by building leaders, the facilities team selects two schools to take the top honor. The awards were presented to custodial staff for their outstanding progress to keep the school clean and safe for students, staff, and the general public who enter the buildings daily. The group selects one elementary school or preschool, middle school, high school, or alternative school.
For October, T.A. Edison Elementary took home the hardware in the Elementary/Pre-K division, and Central Middle School took the secondary division.
The staff was honored with a building banner, certificate, and gold shirts that read Building of the Month.
We are truly honored and appreciative for all that you do to maintain the cleanliness of our schools and facilities every day.
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2021 Parent Educator of the Year |
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The Board of Education is proud to celebrate the recent announcement of Ms. Blanca Menendez as the 2021 Parent Educator of the Year. The Parents as Teachers National Center (PATNC) honors exemplary parent educators each year through the Parent Educator of the Year Award.
Jacki Himple, the former Parents as Teachers Coordinator for KCKPS, nominated Menendez before retiring from the district. The award honors parent educators who show outstanding work supporting the Parents as Teachers mission.
"Blanca works as a parent educator specialist at the University of Kansas Pediatric Clinic. It is part of a partnership that Kansas City, KS Public Schools Parents as Teachers has with the clinic," Himple said during the Awards and Recognition part of the board meeting. "She meets with families on well-child checks and conducts developmental and social-emotional screenings on the children. Blanca enrolls some of these families in her caseload and also refers them to our PAT program so we can assign them to other parent educators. Blanca is a person who goes above and beyond in supporting parents and children within our department."
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Kansas submitted a letter in support of Menendez's nomination. The letter reads, "She wears many hats in this role, which consists of meeting families during health care visits providing education and support, coordinating referrals to infant/toddler/preschooler developmental services, and providing home visits to a select group of families."
Join us in congratulation Ms. Blanca Menendez for her passion and hard work in helping our students and families. For more background information on Blanca Menendez and her nomination, visit the Parents as Teachers website.
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October Students of the Month |
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Elena Felix
Pre-K
Banneker Elementary School
Nominated by: Cayce Gilhousen, Teacher
Elena has not missed a single day of school. She arrives with a positive attitude and follows our rules and routines without reminders or redirection. She knows that the reason that she is at school is to learn and shows evidence that she is growing and learning every day! She is a wonderful part of our morning class!
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Oswin Torres-Martinez
3rd Grade
Frances Willard Elementary
Nominated by: MaiSee Xiong
Oswin is an amazing and remarkable student! He is kind and caring, always willing to lend a hand! Oswin is hard working and always strives for improvement. He is a leader to his peers as a constant reminder that hard work leads to success.
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Uriel Sanchez
8th Grade
Arrowhead Middle School
Nominated by: Heidi Prokop, Teacher
Uriel is an 8th grader who stands apart from the rest. He is kind to both adults and students. He takes notice when his peers are struggling and goes above and beyond. Without being asked or coerced, he will take the initiative to translate for his peers and teachers to help them be successful. He brings enthusiasm with him to class and carries it with him throughout the day. Uriel deserves to be Student of the Month.
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Wendy Fernandez-Mar
11th Grade
Sumner High School
Nominated by: Sean Fitzgerald, Teacher
Wendy has led her classroom cluster well and has done a great job of applying soft skills of critical thinking and empathy in her history classroom. This has enabled Wendy to apply the texts in class to herself and therefore make history relevant to herself and classmates in her own way.
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Students Volunteer at the Polls |
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We are proud of several Wyandotte High School students who volunteered their time at the election sites on Tuesday in Wyandotte County.
We want to give a shout-out to all of our students and the election workers who showed up during the pandemic to make sure people can vote and participate in the election process.
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Frank Rushton Students Celebrate
New Playground
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Preschool students from Frank Rushton Elementary gathered around the schoolyard with excitement earlier this month as the students finally got to play on their new playground.
The elementary school is home to two preschool classrooms for students ages three and four. The playground installation was delayed due to supply chain shortages. So, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to raise the level of excitement about the new attraction to the school. It didn't take much as students were running, climbing, sliding, and laughing, the first chance they got to test out the new features.
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Diploma+ College Fair
Swings into the Future
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Meeting with colleges is an integral part of a high school student's year. They face many decisions that will pave the way for their future that is right around the corner. And for those who decide to pursue post-secondary education, one of the most critical decisions they have to make is what college they want to attend.
That is why the KCKPS Diploma+ Program holds a College Fair each year. We must admit the past couple of years have looked a lot different due to the pandemic. This is why the team worked harder than ever to ensure students talk to people with first-hand experience about the colleges they're interested in attending.
The 2021 College Fair was held in October at Legends Field, home of the Kansas City Monarchs Baseball Club and the KC NWSL. This outdoor venue allowed over 70 colleges and universities to be in attendance.
"The biggest thing is just to show that this district is here to support our students," said Diploma+ College and Career Coordinator Lauren Clay. "There is an opportunity for our students to get that information first hand from recruiters."
Students who signed up to attend were provided transportation to the venue and allowed to talk one-on-one with recruiters from different colleges.
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Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools is happy to be partnering with Avenue of Life and Caring for Kids for a food drive that will benefit families here in Wyandotte County.
People are asked to come out on Saturday, November 6th from 9 am until noon to drop off donations. The groups are asking for the following items:
- instant oatmeal,
- peanut butter,
- jelly,
- pasta,
- bread,
- tortillas,
- canned meat,
- canned vegetables, and
- baking goods
All donations can be dropped off at Avenue of Life located at 500 N. Seventh Street Trafficway in Kansas City, Kansas.
Free breakfast will be offered to all people that donate items.
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WyCo Health Department
Offers COVID-19 Vaccinations
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Beginning Monday, November 1, the Unified Government Public Health Department (UGPHD) will offer COVID-19 vaccinations at the UGPHD building in downtown Kansas City, KS, at 619 Ann Ave (6th and Ann). COVID-19 vaccinations will be available by appointment only.
The UGPHD will provide Pfizer, Moderna, and J&J (Janssen/Johnson & Johnson) vaccines for the primary vaccination series and boosters.
Appointment slots are available Mondays and Tuesdays, between 9:00 am and noon. Call 913-573-8855 to set up an appointment.
The UGPHD will also continue to offer COVID vaccinations at the Kmart site, 7836 State Ave, Wednesday - Friday, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm.
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Three Kenyan Governors visited Kansas City, Kansas Public School as part of a Global Economic Summit. They toured the district and met with officials to exchange information and ideas. |
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Thanks to a grant from the Kauffman Foundation, Grant Elementary is able to provide all types of needs to their families through the new Mustang Market. |
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Listening and Learning Tour |
What are our strengths as a school district and what areas need improvement? These are just a few of the questions Superintendent Dr. Anna Stubblefield addressed during a virtual Listening and Learning session. The session allowed the public to share their ideas and suggestions related to raising the bar of academic achievement for all students. |
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Board of Education
Upcoming Events and Activities
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KCKPS Board of Education Meeting October 26, 2021
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Board of Education
Upcoming Meetings
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Upcoming Meetings
November 9, 2021
December 7, 2021
January 11, 2022
Zoom meeting
(web-based video conferencing)
5:00 pm
The public can join in on the meeting to listen by clicking on the link on the home page of the district's website.
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KCKPS-TV
Your Education Channel
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KCKPS-TV is the cable access channel for Kansas City, Kansas Public Schools. We provide a variety of viewing options for the public to access and watch public meetings and district programming on KCKPS-TV 24-hours, every day of the week.
Broadcast TV
- Available on Spectrum cable, Channel 18, and in HD on Google Fiber, Channel 145.
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Available online on the KCKPS website.
- Programs and school board meetings are also scheduled for rebroadcast on KCKPS-TV.
You can also watch us live where ever you are online, on Roku or Apple TV app.
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The Kansas City, Kansas Schools Foundation for Excellence is celebrating the selection of this year’s 2021 Reasons to Believe Alumni Honorees. This year, our Reasons to Believe celebration will be held virtually on November 11th, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
Take a moment to see the 2021 honorees. You can also make a donation to the Foundation on their behalf. The honoree with the highest donations will receive special recognition.
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Visit the KCKPL website for a full list of calendar events for adults and all ages.
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Kansas City, Kansas
Public Schools
2010 N. 59th Street
Kansas City, Kansas 66104
913-551-3200
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