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Kindergarten is a big milestone, and we're here to make the process easy!

Join us at KCPS Enrollment Day on Saturday, July 25 from 10 AM - 2 PM. It's at AC Prep, located at 6410 Swope Parkway. Our Admissions Team will be there to answer all your questions, connect you with resources, and help finish the enrollment process.

Be sure to bring:
• Parent/Guardian ID
• Student Birth Certificates
• Immunization Records
• 2 Proofs of Residency

Visit enrollkc.org to learn more

2 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A young student holds up a piece of paper with a text overlay stating "enroll your kindergartener"
Part of getting ready for Back-to-School Season is getting our staff ready! We'd like to congratulate the KCPS staff who have accepted new leadership roles ahead of the 2026-2027 school year, and warmly welcome those who are new to the district.
1 day ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A woman stands in front of a screen projector with a slide that says "welcome to kcps" and in the foreground people are seated at tables with plates of food in front of them
Lincoln Prep student athlete Jada McGee has completed her first weekend as MSHSAA Student Advisory Council Conference. She learned MSHSAA rules and bylaw changes, discussing plans for bettering the athlete experience, leadership training, creating state playlists and bonding with committee members from high schools all over the state.
2 days ago, KCPS Athletics
MSHSAA SACC members in front of MSHSAA home base.
Student Jada McGee with backpack with MSHSAA emblem.
Jada McGee infront of MSHSAA headquarters
MSHSAA SACC members watching outside movie.
A small glimpse into the the KCPS Bond renovations happening at Gladstone Elementary this summer! Crews are repainting, installing new LED lighting, replacing floors, updating the gym, cafeteria, and auditorium, and more.

Visit www.kcpsbond.org to learn more about the projects happening at all KCPS schools and several partner charter schools.
4 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Saw horses are visible in the foreground with pieces of sound-minimizing material in the background propped up against a wall. On the wall, a mural reads "gladstone elementary" with the school's grizzly bear mascot behind it.

It's time to complete your annual enrollment! Students who have not been enrolled by July 31 are not guaranteed transportation on the first day of school. Visit the Admissions Department website to learn more and enroll today.

8 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A man in a black t-shirt, shorts, and hat stands smiling at the camera with his arm wrapped around his young daughter who wears a red and white patterned dress is smiling, holding a peace sign in front of her face

Sign-ups for KCPS Fest 2026 are now open!

Join KCPS and the KCPS Education Foundation from 10 a.m.—2 p.m. on Saturday, August 1. Visit the drive-through line for free backpacks and school supplies, then stop in for free, on-site health screenings. Click HERE to learn more and secure your time slot!

10 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A woman hands a backpack to a person off screen with a text overlay reading "KCPS Fest" giving information for an upcoming backpack giveaway

Kansas City Public Schools is a regional leader in FAFSA completion!

Across Missouri, 54.5% of students completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid in 2026. At KCPS, that number was 63.5%.

Learn more about the KCPS Postsecondary Access and Student Success Department's college and career resources at www.kcpublicschools.org/PASS.

11 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A high school girl sitting at a desk with a laptop in front of her smiles at the camera, and classmates are visible in the background completing their own work. Text overlaying the image states "63.5% FAFSA completion"
KCPS Exceptional Education and nonprofit Azul Esperanza recently hosted a community event for families raising neurodivergent children.

Hearing families' unique perspectives and lived experiences helps us infuse greater inclusion and support into everything we do as a school district. Thank you to all who participated!
13 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A large group of adults and their children stand smiling at the camera

Q: What's happening to the Bryant School? A: It's in the works!

Developers recently shared three proposals for the site to a packed house, and the community's feedback from that event will help determine a path forward. Learn more about the proposals here.

15 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
An overhead view of a church with pews packed full of community members learning about developers' plans for the Bryant School site

The Kansas City Public Schools Board of Directors is now accepting applications for an appointed position on the KCPS Retirement System Board of Trustees.

Please note, completed applications are due no later than July 31, 2026. Applicants must live within the district's boundaries to be considered.

Click HERE to learn more about KCPSRS, this position, and how to apply.

18 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A group of retiring KCPS staff members stand in a group smiling at the camera during an awards banquet
The numbers are in—the Class of 2026 earned $16.4M+ in scholarships to further their college and career goals! Congratulations, graduates!
21 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A collage of six different photos, one from each KCPS graduation ceremony. Each photo features a group of male and female graduates in their caps and gowns smiling and raising their arms in celebration.
Lincoln College Prep student athlete Jada McGee has been selected to the MSHSAA student advisory committee for the 26-27 school year.

Jada was selected as 1 of 20 represenatives from the entire state of Missouri. She will serve the KC & St Louis region at large. She will meet with other representatives monthly via Zoom and represent Lincoln, KCPS, and student athletes at other conferences and in other important atheltic spaces.

Congratulations Jada! We are incredibly proud of you and the work you do and will do.
23 days ago, KCPS Athletics
Student picture on white, blue and yellow background
Thank you to Principals Connect for hosting a day out at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium! This gave our school leaders a chance to rest and recharge as they continue working and preparing for the next school year.
25 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Four women stand with their arms around each other smiling at the camera
Do you know which materials you can and cannot recycle? Carver's first graders do!

As part of their Summer Academy recycling project, students learned to identify and sort contaminants and non-contaminants. They used their critical thinking and discussion skills to make their decisions, then put their creativity to the test by using recycled materials to make art projects.
26 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
First grade students hold up the art projects they made using recycled materials
first grade students practice sorting recyclables with a classroom activity
Construction of the Woodland/Whittier Empowerment Campus begins in fall 2029.

Well in advance, the Bond Engagement Team is sharing updates to project plans and collecting feedback on what will ultimately be an all-new Whittier Elementary, Woodland Early Learning Center, International Welcome Center, & family resource center in one.

Visit KCPSBond.org to learn more about projects happening at all 36 KCPS schools and several partner charters.
about 1 month ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A group of adults sit at a table to discuss pre-construction updates on the Woodland/Whittier Empowerment campus
A room of adults sit at tables that are set up in a "u" shape to discuss pre-construction updates on the Woodland/Whittier Empowerment campus
Summertime science! Carver Dual Language students took a trip to Science City as a part of our districtwide goal to give students hands-on experiences beyond the four walls of their classrooms—especially during Summer Academy.
about 1 month ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Students stand in front of a science city backdrop smiling for a photo
Two students sit at an interactive display while another student stands next to them watching
Students sit while eating lunch at a long table
KCPS Students ages 7-16:

Step onto the field with Chiefs DT Chris Jones and Sack Nation — drills, tips, and pro-level insight. Spots are limited register now:

https://forms.gle/WXqEaRAEvwXAjRef7 🏈✨
about 1 month ago, KCPS Athletics
Chiefs Player Chris Jones football camp
KCPS Students ages 7-16:

Step onto the field with Chiefs DT Chris Jones and Sack Nation — drills, tips, and pro-level insight. Spots are limited register now:

https://forms.gle/WXqEaRAEvwXAjRef7 🏈✨
about 1 month ago, KCPS Athletics
Sack Nation and Chris Jones football camp sign-up for June 18th.
Congratulations to Ms. Madison Hill, a Central Middle School student honored with the Kansas City Fire Department's Civilian Heroism Award! Last September, Madison witnessed a serious crash involving an SUV and a school bus. Without hesitation, she ran on board comfort the children, some of whom were injured. In the process, Madison sustained an injury of her own, showing a remarkable level of courage, compassion, and willingness to put others' needs ahead of her own safety.
about 1 month ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Madison Hill holds her civilian heroism award from KCFD, surrounded by members of the department as she smiles for a picture
Members of the KCPS Board of Education stand and applaud Madison
Madison Hill and a representative of KCFD stand at a podium to recognize Madison for an award
Our summer session is in full swing!

As a reminder, there will be NO Summer Academy:
• Tuesday, June 16 due to World Cup traffic
• Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth
about 1 month ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Two students hug each other on a playground while looking at the camera