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Its Back to School time again and we are excited to see you in our new space!!


When visiting, our entrance is located in the back of Southeast High School. If you're using GPS make sure you include zip code with the full address.


Please remember, you must be enrolled and/or received an email/phone call from Ms. Russell.


See you on 8-19-26!
12 days ago, KCVA & EA
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🎉 Big News! KCVA & EA has moved! 🎉

Our new home is ready and we can't wait to welcome everyone!

📍 6431 Indiana Ave, Kansas City, MO 64132
🏫 Entrance located behind Southeast High School

We can't wait to continue learning, growing, and succeeding together.

See you at Back To School Night!

16 days ago, KCVA & EA
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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

18 days ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A woman in a bright pink t-shirt talks to a woman who is sitting at a table facing her
A woman in a bright pink t-shirt walks into a building shaded by trees on the side facing the street

Do you have questions about the first day of school and what your student needs to be prepared? Read the 2026-2027 Back-to-School guide. It's been fully updated with everything you need to know ahead of August 24 >> CLICK HERE

about 1 month ago, Kansas City Public Schools
A woman stands waiting for students as they exit a school bus

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.

about 1 month 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!

about 2 months 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
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 🏈✨
2 months ago, KCPS Athletics
Sack Nation and Chris Jones football camp sign-up for June 18th.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who took the time to share their voice and help shape our priorities as we build next school year’s budget.

Your participation—through feedback, conversations, and thoughtful reflection—ensures that this process reflects the needs, values, and aspirations of our KCPS community. Budgeting is about more than numbers; it is about people, and your input helps us make decisions that better support our students, staff, and families.

In order to continue aligning KCPS budget priorities in coordination with our community, please consider joining us for a Public Budget Hearing:
• May 27 at 6 p.m.
• Board of Education building, 2901 Troost Ave., Kansas City, MO

Click here to see the proposed FY27 KCPS budget.

3 months ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Invitation to a public budget meeting at 6 p.m. on May 27 at the KCPS Board of Education Building.
KCVA & Southeast Senior Keshawn Luster has been named the 2026 Salutatorian for Southeast High School! The staff here at KCVA & EA want to send our congratulations to Keshawn on this accomplishment. We are proud of you!
4 months ago, KCVA & EA
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Wear GREEN each Friday in May for Mental Health Awareness Month!

MHA Month is a great opportunity to be intentional about your mental and emotional needs: be especially kind to yourself and others, help build environments where it's okay to ask for help, and remember—you are not alone.

Read more here.

4 months ago, Kansas City Public Schools
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We are one month away from the end of the school year! Take a look at the dates on the image below.


If you're interested in signing up for summer school please use the following link:
https://tinyurl.com/KCVASS26
4 months ago, KCVA & EA
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Join us tonight as we share updates to our district strategic plan, Blueprint 2030! Voice your opinions and make a real impact on the future of KCPS.

🗓️ Tuesday, April 28 | 5:30–7 p.m.
📍 Board of Education | 2901 Troost, KCMO
🍴 Dinner, Spanish translation, and child care provided

4 months ago, Kansas City Public Schools
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Didn’t make it to testing last week? No problem! Email your advisory teacher and figure out when you can come in to make up the tests.

The make up window is 4/27/26 to 4/30/26 from 9AM to 12:30PM.
4 months ago, KCVA & EA
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Don't forget...
MAP & EOC testing has begun for our KCVA and EA students. If you have any questions on when you should be here, please reach out to your advisory teacher for the date and time.

We can't wait to see you here at Troost!
4 months ago, Sarah Hutsell
yellow background, reminder of testing started at Troost.

Did you know that ALL KCPS students can get free breakfast and lunch at our Summer Academy sites? Children must be under 18 and eat the meal on-site, but they do not have to be registered for summer academy.
Learn more at KCPublicSchools.org/summer

4 months ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Cafeteria full of students
Student at summer academy

Did you know that ALL KCPS students can get free breakfast and lunch at our Summer Academy sites? Children must be under 18 and eat the meal on-site, but they do not have to be registered for summer academy.
Learn more at KCPublicSchools.org/summer

4 months ago, Kansas City Public Schools
Student at summer academy
Its time to sign up for the end of the year field trip and we're heading back to Main Event! Come hang out with us, play games, and eat pizza!!

Sign up using the link in the image or contact your advisory teacher for the link!
5 months ago, Sarah Hutsell
Black background, multi colored text promoting end of year field trip.

Happy one-year anniversary to the KCPS bond! We're so excited to celebrate this historic investment in Kansas City's students. Visit KCPSBond.org to see the latest updates on all completed, in-progress, and upcoming projects.

5 months ago, Kansas City Public Schools
KCPS hard hats
Front of all-new King Empowerment Center
Construction workers at King Empowerment Center
Construction worker at King Empowerment Center
EOC testing is almost upon us! Let your advisory teacher know if you have any questions.
5 months ago, Sarah Hutsell
light blue background with information on EOC testing for students.
Thinking about attending UMKC for college?
Your opportunity to visit is coming up.
Email Ms. Wood and tell her your interested in going by Wednesday April 8, 2026.
5 months ago, Sarah Hutsell
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