Just like that, we've already reached the end of an amazing first week of school! Thank you to the students, staff, and family members alike who put their best foot forward this week to make an excellent return to the classroom.
Check our First Week Photo Gallery with snapshots from across the entire district.
Central Soccer made a statement with their first game last night!
The Blue Eagles defeated Knob Noster 6-0 in the first game of the season marking the return of the sport to Central High School a historical one.
We cant wait to see the Blue Eagles Soar this year!
The Blue Eagles defeated Knob Noster 6-0 in the first game of the season marking the return of the sport to Central High School a historical one.
We cant wait to see the Blue Eagles Soar this year!
Central High is starting out the new school year with some amazing Bond Project refreshes! This includes updates to the entryway and rotunda, bathrooms/locker rooms upgrades, and new bleachers and gym lighting.
Coming in 2029, a new 55,000 sq ft addition will house the district's CTE program, and classrooms, common areas, the media center, the building's exterior, and more will see upgrades.
Learn more about Central's proposed Bond Project upgrades: https://tinyurl.com/yjrf7yzn
Happy first day of school, KCPS! A new year means new classrooms, teachers, friends, outfits, and routines, but most importantly a new chance to shine. Let's hit the ground running!
Check out our First Week photo gallery, new pictures added every day.
Gladstone Elementary is back and brighter than ever! Families got their first look at a brighter, fresher Gladstone during Thursday's Back-To-School Night. Third grader Joseph S. even told KCTV5 News “I thought it was a different place."
Click here to see the full story on this KCPS Bond Project.
Have you heard our theme for the 2026-2027 school year? It's "Destination: Excellence, Let 'Em Know!" We kicked off our teachers' year with Convocation earlier this week and are feeling fired up and ready to welcome students back to class August 24!
The first KCPS students are already back to school! Wednesday was the first day of class for our Early College Academy students at MCC-Penn Valley. This year, 160 students from all six high schools have signed up for ECA. They will attend a variety of college classes through MCC and UMKC, and it's completely paid for by KCPS!
Interested? Juniors and seniors—reach out to your high school counselor or email pass@kcpublicschools.org.
Are you staying "Up to Date" with KCPS? Last week, Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Collier sat down with KCUR 89.3's Steve Kraske and Independence School District Superintendent Dr. Vickie Murillo for an engaging back-to-school panel discussion. Dr. Collier shared how KCPS is raising literacy rates, navigating state cell phone policies, attracting new teachers, and much more.
New year, new teacher's lounge at Northeast Middle School! Nonprofit Principal's Connect, HGTV's Jennifer Bertrand, and JE Dunn put their heads together to completely redesign the space set aside for staff.
We're so grateful to have community partners looking out for our educators!
We're so grateful to have community partners looking out for our educators!
Thanks to the KC Current, U.S. Soccer, and Bank of America, more KCPS students will get a chance to play soccer this year! The new Soccer in Schools program gives elementary PE teachers the tools they need to teach a new generation of players, even if soccer isn't their speciality.
Click to read more of this story from KSHB 41
Hale Cook Elementary's $15M Bond Project broke ground today! The project includes a new addition and major interior and exterior renovations.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Superintendent Dr. Jennifer Collier, Principal Kay Lowe, members of the KCPS Board and Cabinet, Hale Cook parents, students, staff, alumni, and community members, plus McCownGordon Construction, Navigate Building Solutions, DLR Group, and members of the local media.
Learn more about the Bond Projects happening at all KCPS schools and several partner charter schools here.
Transportation plays a major role in student outcomes, and Zūm is changing the game.
We spent a day with the local media exploring what makes Zūm Transportation different, including exploring their air conditioned buses, seeing the famlly app that provides real-time location tracking and notifications when students get on/off, and more.
97% of KCPS families agreed that Zūm is reliable, and we're looking forward to another great year in partnership.
Learn more about KCPS Transportation by clicking HERE.
Our Admissions Team is standing by to help you complete enrollment!
1. Gather necessary documents: Info at EnrollKC.org
2. Navigate to the Board of Education building at 2901 Troost Ave.
3. Park in the parking lot on 29th Street
4. Walk in the entrance along 29th Street
5. Check in and we’ll help you with the rest!
HOURS
• Open 8:00 AM—4:30 PM weekdays from now until Labor Day
• August 18 from 8:00 AM—11:00 AM only
• August 19-20 from 8:00 AM—6:00 PM
Central High School Bond Project Update! Our construction & design friends are nearly finished with the Summer 2026 renovations to Central. (Images do not necessarily reflect the current state of those spaces)
Click here for full updates on all KCPS Bond Projects
Congratulations to Lincoln Prep College and Career Counselor Kathie Mahan!
Ms. Mahan won this year's Regional Excellence Award from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD). This is her second and final recognition from MDHEWD as she enters retirement. We wish her well!
Ms. Mahan won this year's Regional Excellence Award from the Missouri Department of Higher Education and Workforce Development (MDHEWD). This is her second and final recognition from MDHEWD as she enters retirement. We wish her well!
There are still spots available at KCPS Fest! Drive-through East High School between 10 AM and 1 PM on Saturday, August 1 for FREE backpacks and school supplies! Space is limited so sign up today >> CLICK HERE
Do you have questions about the first day of school and what your student needs to be prepared? Check out the 2026-2027 Back-to-School guide! It's been fully updated with everything you need to know ahead of August 24 >> CLICK HERE
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.
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.
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
