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.
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!
The numbers are in—the Class of 2026 earned $16.4M+ in scholarships to further their college and career goals! Congratulations, graduates!
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 🏈✨
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 🏈✨
Youth Summer Opportunities.
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.
Your Graduation 2026 recap newsletter is here! Click here for links to photo galleries and recap videos for each KCPS high school.
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JROTC Ball
It was wonderful to see every Viking cadet recognized in the JROTC Court of Honor. Each one looked sharp, confident, and elegant—an impressive display of pride, dedication, and professionalism. In the photo JROTC instructors Major Dillon and MSG Rudd.
It was wonderful to see every Viking cadet recognized in the JROTC Court of Honor. Each one looked sharp, confident, and elegant—an impressive display of pride, dedication, and professionalism. In the photo JROTC instructors Major Dillon and MSG Rudd.
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.
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
Parents, guardians, and families are invited to Northeast High School’s Evening of Culture on April 30 at 5:30 p.m. Join us for a celebration of culture, creativity, and community as we showcase the diversity that makes NEHS special. We hope to see you there!
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
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
As a result of the impending severe weather Kansas City Public Schools along with KCPS Athletics have made the decision to cancel all games for Friday, 4/17/26.
🌏✨ Final Cultural Chat of the Year ✨🌏
Our last Cultural Chat of the year was led by two outstanding professionals, Mr. Xay Vongxay and Mr. Frank Pham from Hella Good Deeds KC. A group of our male Asian students joined this meaningful conversation, exploring diverse topics around identity, leadership, and life success.
Students gained valuable tools and inspiration to support their personal growth and future goals. Thank you to our facilitators for their time, wisdom, and leadership.
📸 Pictured are Mr. Vongxay, Mr. Pham, and Ms. Vann, Vice Principal.
Our last Cultural Chat of the year was led by two outstanding professionals, Mr. Xay Vongxay and Mr. Frank Pham from Hella Good Deeds KC. A group of our male Asian students joined this meaningful conversation, exploring diverse topics around identity, leadership, and life success.
Students gained valuable tools and inspiration to support their personal growth and future goals. Thank you to our facilitators for their time, wisdom, and leadership.
📸 Pictured are Mr. Vongxay, Mr. Pham, and Ms. Vann, Vice Principal.
💬✨ Chica Charla: A Powerful Cultural Conversation ✨💬
As part of our Cultural Chat series, Chica Charla was led by Ms. Matos, our College Advisor, proudly born in Peru. Ms. Matos shared her personal life experiences growing up and building her future in the United States, creating a welcoming and inspiring space for conversation.
In a friendly and uplifting dialogue, our Latina female students shared their dreams, goals, and hopes for their futures. It felt like a close‑knit community—united by shared experiences, culture, and aspirations
As part of our Cultural Chat series, Chica Charla was led by Ms. Matos, our College Advisor, proudly born in Peru. Ms. Matos shared her personal life experiences growing up and building her future in the United States, creating a welcoming and inspiring space for conversation.
In a friendly and uplifting dialogue, our Latina female students shared their dreams, goals, and hopes for their futures. It felt like a close‑knit community—united by shared experiences, culture, and aspirations
Join us for our Instrumental Music Concert!
Come support our talented musicians on Wednesday, April 22 at 3:30 PM in the NEHS Auditorium. Enjoy an afternoon of music and celebration as our students showcase their hard work and growth. We hope to see you there!
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.
The Viking Voices Choir received a wonderful ovation at the On the Road Board Meeting! March 18th, 2026.
They performed two beautiful pieces—this is one of them.
Great job to Choir Director Mr. Kinworthy, piano accompanist, and all Viking Voices members for an outstanding performance! 🎶👏
Watch video:
https://youtu.be/L93zbHrbMY8
via @YouTube
They performed two beautiful pieces—this is one of them.
Great job to Choir Director Mr. Kinworthy, piano accompanist, and all Viking Voices members for an outstanding performance! 🎶👏
Watch video:
https://youtu.be/L93zbHrbMY8
via @YouTube
Viking Band Performance - March 18th, 2026
The Viking Band delivered an outstanding performance during the On the Road Board Meeting!
Congratulations to Mr. Owens and all of our talented band members on an excellent job!
Watch video:
https://youtu.be/VWGKLyKcYlg?si=RT0FE6Djui2DinQa
via @YouTube
The Viking Band delivered an outstanding performance during the On the Road Board Meeting!
Congratulations to Mr. Owens and all of our talented band members on an excellent job!
Watch video:
https://youtu.be/VWGKLyKcYlg?si=RT0FE6Djui2DinQa
via @YouTube
