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Holliday Teacher Wins KCPSEF's Free Apartment Giveaway

Congratulations are in order for Mr. Kevin Hogan! Last week, Mr. Hogan was randomly chosen to win a free two-year lease at Two Light Luxury Apartments as a part of the Kansas City Power & Light District partnership with KCPSEF.

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Stay Healthy This Fall, KCPS

With cold and flu season upon us, KCPS has many resources for keeping your family healthy this fall. Remember, if your child is ill, please do not send them to school.

UPHOLDING THE PROMISE

With this Strategic Plan, we persist in our aim to make every school the hub of high-engagement and innovative learning. This collective dedication to fostering student learning, development, and triumph is our blueprint for the future of KCPS.

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KCPS is a fully accredited school district

KCPS is a school district that offers innovative programs, including Montessori schools, International Welcome Center, International Baccalaureate (IB), Spanish Dual Language, Mandarin Chinese & Spanish Language Immersion.

KCPS is a school district dedicated to equity, access, and holistic student development, encompassing the growth of fine and performing arts, experiential learning beyond traditional classrooms, global language exposure, and culturally responsive teaching.

KCPS is a school district committed to preparing students for successful transitions beyond high school, through the Early College Academy, Advanced Placement (AP), dual credit, internships and technical/ trade programs.

Superintendent's Message

Letter From the Superintendent

Dear Kansas City Community,
It is with great pleasure and anticipation that I share with you our new roadmap for the future – the Blueprint 2030 Strategic Plan. This document represents the collective vision and aspirations of our entire community, and I am truly excited to present it to you.

Over the past four years, we have engaged in an extensive and meaningful process of community involvement. Together, we embarked on a journey to shape the future of education in our district. With an astounding 18,000 touchpoints involving parents, students, the Blueprint 2030 Advisory Team, Board of Directors, educators and community partners, we have ensured that the Blueprint 2030 Strategic Plan truly reflects our shared values and goals.

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I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who contributed to this monumental endeavor. Your dedication, insights and commitment have been invaluable in shaping a plan that will guide us towards educational excellence and innovation over the next decade.

As we look forward to the exciting path ahead, I am thrilled to outline some key components of our academic plan. In the Blueprint 2030 Strategic Plan, you will find a renewed emphasis on personalized learning, cutting-edge STEAM technology, fine arts expansion and a renewed sense of urgency around literacy. We are committed to fostering a learning environment that equips our students not only with academic proficiency but also with the skills, values and resilience needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.

But we cannot do this alone. I urge every member of our community to stand behind this plan and support our shared vision. The success of Blueprint 2030 relies on our collective effort – parents, students, educators, community members and stakeholders. Together, we can create an educational experience that empowers our students to reach their full potential and prepares them to become responsible, compassionate and engaged citizens.

Thank you once again for your unwavering dedication to our students and our community. Let’s join hands and propel our district towards a brighter, more promising future as outlined in the Blueprint 2030 Strategic Plan.

Dr. Jennifer Collier

Jennifer Collier
 

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