SELECT A SCHOOL CAREERS (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) STAFF CALENDAR COVID-19 INFO LET'S TALK Search Button ABOUT SCHOOLS DEPARTMENTS FAMILIES ENROLL INFINITE CAMPUS NEWS + SOCIAL KCPS Makes Admission & Enrollment Changes for 2022-23 to Streamline Process for Families KCPS Student-Artists Celebrate Equity, Inclusion Remembering Thacher School, 1900-2010 Kansas City Public Schools honored a commitment to the Northeast community, dedicating a memorial at the site of the former Thacher School, 5008 Independence Ave. Board Business Meeting - Wednesday, November 17, 2021 (opens in new window/tab) Recording of the November 17, 2021 Board of Directors meeting for the Kansas City Public Schools. Carl Evans: Remembering KCPS Teacher, Leader Lincoln Blue Tigers Advance in State Tournament Submit Your Nominations for School Board Recognition Four times a year, Kansas City Public Schools Superintendent Mark Bedell and the School Board recognize extraordinary students, staff and administrators. We are seeking nominations now for individuals to be honored at the Dec. 8 Board of Directors meeting. November 11, 2021 (opens in new window/tab) eNews from November 11, 2021 'COVID Wiped Us Down But Not Out': Rebuilding Northeast High School's JROTC Drill Team “COVID wiped us down but not out,” said Sgt. 1st Class Jerry Lewis, the Northeast High School JROTC sponsor. “We lost a lot of senior cadets during the pandemic, but we have a few who have stepped up. They’re really dedicated to making sure the program survives.” Lincoln Middle School Students: 'Our Testimony' Students in Harold Smith's art class hosted an art exhibit at Lincoln Middle School last week, drawing on works in "Testimony: African American Artists Collective." The student showcase, called "Our Testimony," explores the emotions, memories and values of the Lincoln Middle School artists, said eighth grader Gabriella Morris. IL Sports Report: Week of November 8, 2021 Interscholastic League Report: Week of November 8, 2021 KCPS Celebrates Central Students' Cybersecurity Internships “Someone said, ‘Oh is it like an athletic signing?’ And no, it’s not, but we want to make sure things like this are as important as athletics,” said Crystal Everett, KCPS Manager of Career and Technical Education. A Note from KCPS Superintendent Mark Bedell Last night at the Board of Directors workshop, the Board and administration approved two important calendar updates. There will be no school on Monday, Nov. 22 or Tuesday, Nov. 23 to give KCPS students and staff a full week off for fall break. November 4, 2021 (opens in new window/tab) eNews from November 4, 2021 Northeast High School Art Students Build Altar for Community Día de los Muertos Celebration Blueprint 2030: Building Equitable Educational Experiences If you were unable to participate in a Blueprint 2030 community conversation in October, there's still time to take the priority survey. From here, we’ll keep you updated on more dates and details around future opportunities for feedback this winter and into the spring. CDC Approves COVID-19 Vaccine for Ages 5-11 On Tuesday, Nov. 2, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine for children ages 5-11. As we have throughout the pandemic, KCPS is working with Children’s Mercy Hospital and the the Kansas City Health Department to get our families the most accurate COVID-19 information IL Sports Report: Week of October 11, 2021 Interscholastic League Report: Week of November 1, 2021 October 28, 2021 (opens in new window/tab) eNews from October 28, 2021 TEACHER OF THE YEAR TAX INCENTIVES KCPS NEWS HISTORY OF KCPS LEARNING AT KCPS BY THE NUMBERS KCPS LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICE OF LEGAL SERVICES CONTACT US POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REPURPOSING DISTRICT PLANS & INITIATIVES CALENDARS & PUBLICATIONS CAREERS TEACHER OF THE YEAR BLUEPRINT 2030 HOME ABOUT TEACHER OF THE YEAR The 2021 Kansas City Public Schools Teacher of the Year Recognition Program honors the educators who structure their classrooms to increase performance and provide exceptional experiences, no matter what. Sponsored by the Kansas City Public Schools Education Foundation, this program recognizes the contributions of extraordinary classroom teachers in every school. Teacher quality and effectiveness are among the most important school-based factors impacting student learning. Teachers create the learning environment where children flourish and grow. The mission of the KCPS Teacher of the Year Recognition Program is to honor, promote and celebrate excellence among our school faculty and help them be recognized at the regional, state and national level. Each school-level recipient will then be in the running for the district-level recognition. They will be honored on Thursday, April 8, during the 2021 KCPS Teacher of the Year Virtual Celebration, when the district winner and two runners-up will be announced. 2021 TEACHER OF THE YEAR VIRTUAL CELEBRATION WATCH THE CELEBRATION ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA PROCESS ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES AWARDS & RECOGNITIONS 2021 TEACHERS OF THE YEAR BY SCHOOL INQUIRE VISIT GIVE KANSAS CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2901 TROOST AVE KANSAS CITY MO 64109 816-418-7000 HOURS OF OPERATION Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm FIND A SCHOOL ALIO EMPLOYEE PORTAL (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) BCBSKC (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) HELP DESK (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) OFFICE 365 (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) INFINITE CAMPUS - PARENTS & STUDENTS INFINITE CAMPUS - STAFF (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) SAFE SCHOOLS (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) ACCESSIBILITY PRIVACY POLICY SITE MAP NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY MOCAP (OPENS IN NEW WINDOW/TAB) Facebook (opens in new window/tab) Twitter (opens in new window/tab) YouTube (opens in new window/tab) Instagram (opens in new window/tab) Flickr (opens in new window/tab) LinkedIn (opens in new window/tab) Notice of Non-Discrimination The Kansas City 33 School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by law in its programs and activities. If you believe you have been subject to discrimination or harassment, or if you have any inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies, please contact the Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Coordinator at 2901 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64109 or legal1@kcpublicschools.org. To review the District's policies relating to Non-Discrimination and Harassment as well as investigation of allegations, please review the following Administrative Policies. AC Prohibition Against Disrimination, Harassment and Retaliation AC1 Discrimination/Harassment: Complaint Procedures for Parents and Students AC2 Discrimination/Harassment: Complaint Procedures for Employees and Applicants for Employment KL Public Complaints/Concerns KLA Concerns and Complaints Regarding Federal Programs Powered by Finalsite English We are here to help!