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![Students working with a teacher at a table. Learn more about the zero-rate-change bond issue.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737499892/usd259org/av7jydjs4rzbyh8wvd8d/Jan20.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737499892/usd259org/av7jydjs4rzbyh8wvd8d/Jan20.jpg","width":285}])
WPS invites the community to learn more and ask questions at any of the open houses planned for January 30 - February 13.
![TGIF grant winner Chase Clynch CMA]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736951034/usd259org/efjquk8xmcle1nsg1f6p/TGIFgrantwinnerChaseClynchCMA.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736951034/usd259org/efjquk8xmcle1nsg1f6p/TGIFgrantwinnerChaseClynchCMA.jpg","width":285}])
Eighteen Wichita Public Schools teachers have received grants from Credit Union of America’s TGIF grant
![Battle of the Books logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736790660/usd259org/xsx3tvivom2gjg1esji8/BattleoftheBooks-DistrictNews.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736790660/usd259org/xsx3tvivom2gjg1esji8/BattleoftheBooks-DistrictNews.jpg","width":285}])
The 2024-25 Battle of the Books competition will be held Jan. 22-29.
![BOE Officers Diane Albert and Melody McCray-Miller]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736820110/usd259org/qidraepcxullbagha80s/BOEOfficers25.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736820110/usd259org/qidraepcxullbagha80s/BOEOfficers25.jpg","width":285}])
Wichita Board of Education members elected Diane Albert as President and Melody McCray-Miller as Vice-President for 2025.
![WPS employee shaking hands with district leadership.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734365630/usd259org/nvqpr9hetzyfgngyznwm/AY24-25_FallGoodApple.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734365630/usd259org/nvqpr9hetzyfgngyznwm/AY24-25_FallGoodApple.jpg","width":285}])
More than 300 employees, volunteers and partners were recognized with the Good Apple Award on December 9.
![Photo of a n elementary teacher working with a student with text that reads Learn About the Plan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1733418082/usd259org/oyffoakyagnqhvcblhfr/FacilityMasterPlanLearnaboutit.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1733418082/usd259org/oyffoakyagnqhvcblhfr/FacilityMasterPlanLearnaboutit.jpg","width":285}])
The Board of Education heard an overview of the Facility Master Plan community survey during its December 2, 2024 meeting.
![Allison Middle School at 2024 Turkey Drive]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732316838/usd259org/tzhfs6o4usdio8bd1nmr/Allisonat2024TurkeyDrive.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732316838/usd259org/tzhfs6o4usdio8bd1nmr/Allisonat2024TurkeyDrive.jpg","width":285}])
WPS schools enjoyed friendly competition while making the holidays bright for Wichita families in need at the 2024 Turkey Drive, collecting 2040 turkeys, 48,560 side items and more than $18,000.
![rows of a variety of ages of students holding shine slips they earned for exhibiting our guidelines for success]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736359753/usd259org/iu7tplex9slz2zdxt4tb/16_1-8-2025_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736359753/usd259org/iu7tplex9slz2zdxt4tb/16_1-8-2025_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1736359753/usd259org/iu7tplex9slz2zdxt4tb/16_1-8-2025_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1736359753/usd259org/iu7tplex9slz2zdxt4tb/16_1-8-2025_1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1736359753/usd259org/iu7tplex9slz2zdxt4tb/16_1-8-2025_1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1736359753/usd259org/iu7tplex9slz2zdxt4tb/16_1-8-2025_1.jpg","width":2200}])
These students know how to exhibit our Guidelines for Success!
![Students in caps and gowns throwing their caps in the air]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731010964/usd259org/vonfkiwx0ie9dt1rmgr0/AY24-25_GradHatToss_01.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731010964/usd259org/vonfkiwx0ie9dt1rmgr0/AY24-25_GradHatToss_01.jpg","width":285}])
Wichita Public Schools’ graduation rate for the Class of 2024 is 84.3%, up 10.3 percentage points from 2018.
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Apply now for Magnet Schools for Fall 2025! Deadline to apply is Jan. 31.
![Two smiling Bostic elementary students working together on a lesson]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728055813/usd259org/bf2ukolq0jrqgtt5ql14/Bostic_AY24-25_Classroom-1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728055813/usd259org/bf2ukolq0jrqgtt5ql14/Bostic_AY24-25_Classroom-1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728055813/usd259org/bf2ukolq0jrqgtt5ql14/Bostic_AY24-25_Classroom-1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1728055813/usd259org/bf2ukolq0jrqgtt5ql14/Bostic_AY24-25_Classroom-1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1728055813/usd259org/bf2ukolq0jrqgtt5ql14/Bostic_AY24-25_Classroom-1.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1728055813/usd259org/bf2ukolq0jrqgtt5ql14/Bostic_AY24-25_Classroom-1.jpg","width":2200}])
Wichita Public Schools enrollment for the 24-25 school year is 46,556. Traditional PreK – 12 enrollment has increased for the first time in several years.
![The front of the Isely building with flags flying]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725996685/usd259org/suyxolzg0cruvvgcsm4k/IselyBuilding_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725996685/usd259org/suyxolzg0cruvvgcsm4k/IselyBuilding_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725996685/usd259org/suyxolzg0cruvvgcsm4k/IselyBuilding_1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725996685/usd259org/suyxolzg0cruvvgcsm4k/IselyBuilding_1.jpg","width":901}])
Curious about the history of Isely Traditional Magnet? Our school has seen three different buildings, starting near Wichita State in 1949 and evolving into the vibrant community it is today in Bel Aire. Dive into Isely’s journey and discover some fun facts you might not know!
![red white and blue iT TV logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727392057/usd259org/en0ebc3hrmvttzrcw9q3/iTTVLogo.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727392057/usd259org/en0ebc3hrmvttzrcw9q3/iTTVLogo.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727392057/usd259org/en0ebc3hrmvttzrcw9q3/iTTVLogo.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727392057/usd259org/en0ebc3hrmvttzrcw9q3/iTTVLogo.png","width":802}])
Did you know Isely has a weekly news show on YouTube called iT TV? From student anchors to birthday shoutouts and special event highlights, a lot of work goes into each episode. Want to see how it all comes together? Click to read more!
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Did you know Isely has three incredible therapy dogs, including Stratton Red, our veteran Labrador who’s been bringing joy since 2017? Read on to meet Stratton, discover his journey to becoming a therapy dog, and learn about the new pup in training—plus, why keeping the hallways clean is more important than ever!
![Students working in their school's TV studio getting ready for a broadcast.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727794401/usd259org/hghpqeqqfk9htipqao32/AY24-25_IselyTV_001.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727794401/usd259org/hghpqeqqfk9htipqao32/AY24-25_IselyTV_001.jpg","width":285}])
Current Isely 5th graders will become 6th grade students next year, if the change is approved by the Wichita Board of Education on November 4 to transform into a PreK - 8 school.