Dear Topeka Collegiate Families and Friends,

Thank you, families, for spending time with us the past two days for the Hopes and Dreams Conferences. Having time to share details about your child is valuable and builds the foundation for great teamwork during the school year.

Before we return to school next week, we wanted to note a couple of upcoming events and provide staffing updates.

As a reminder, our main entry, Beforecare, Aftercare, and some classroom locations have changed due to construction. We have included a campus map for your reference.

We look forward to seeing all 6th grade parents and students Tuesday at 8:00 AM, and then campus-wide Meet the Teacher/Classrooms visits on Tuesday at 10:00 AM.

It is going to be a great year, Eagles!

Dr. Lyn D. Rantz

Head of School

Back to School Bash!

8.20.2023 5:00-7:00 PM

All current Topeka Collegiate families, staff, and Trustees are invited to attend this fun event on our campus. Some of the activities include:

Dinner provided; hot dog, chips, cookie, & water
Concessions to support 8th Grade Sea Camp Fundraiser
Inflatable water slide for kiddos aged 4-15
Outdoor games, rock painting, karaoke
B.Y.O. Lawn chairs & beach towels

We look forward to celebrating the new year together!

Able to help? Please email Hayley Smith at hsmith@topekacollegiate.org.

2023-2024 Faculty Updates

Welcome Chuck Thompson!

We asked Mr. Thompson to tell us about himself and what he looks forward to as Topeka Collegiate's new Athletic Director and P.E. Teacher.

What accomplishments are you most proud of throughout your career?

"I am proud that I have been an active member of the Mission Township Fire dept for 21 years, serving the patrons of Mission Township in SW Shawnee Co. I received my Bachelor of Education degree from Washburn University. I was born and raised here in Topeka and loved the Topeka community."

What are you most excited about in joining the Topeka Collegiate Community?

"I have a passion for sports and learning lifelong skills to not only be an active and healthy person but also to learn life lessons through sports. Topeka Collegiate has that small-town community feeling that I have come to love in education, with family involvement making it such a successful school. I look forward to meeting all the new families and becoming a small part of a great community.

Middle School Spanish

We are pleased to announce that Mr. Mota will be teaching 7th and 8th grade Spanish while incorporating Latin into his in-depth and engaging Language Arts curriculum.

Joining the Middle School program will be Ms. Bonilla, who will be expanding her comprehensive Spanish instruction to include our 6th grade students.

Mark Your Calendar!

August 14: New Family Orientation in Commons; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (This event is for parents/guardians only.)
August 15: 6th Grade Parent and Student Orientation, Commons; 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM (This event is for students and their parents/guardians.)
August 15: Meet the Teacher/Classroom Visits; 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
August 16: First Day of School; 8:15 AM - 12:00 PM (No before or after-school care, and no lunch.)
August 17: First Full Day of School
August 20: Back to School Bash for all students and families; 5:00 PM -7:00 PM. This event will be fun for all!
August 24: Back to School Night - Academic and Teacher Introduction; 6:00 PM-7:30 PM (This event is for parents/guardians only.)

View the 2023-2024 Academic Calendar here.

EDUCATE

Topics that support the Educate Pillar of the Strategic Plan, ensuring that we provide an unparalleled foundational education.

Getting excited about your child's academic journey this year? Check out last year's Curriculum Highlights to get an idea of what's to come!

CONNECT

Topics that support the Connect Pillar of the Strategic Plan, fostering an inclusive and supportive community.

View the Collegiate Kitchen lunch menu.
Find our updated school Map here. As a reminder, the main entrance and office is now located through the Eagle Foyer.
Want to see Topeka Collegiate's event schedule on your electronic calendar? Click here to subscribe to the School Calendar.
Visit the Electronic Backpack on our website for community events and opportunities.