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
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
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.
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.
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
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
Viking Chat
As part of Vice Principal Ms. Vann’s initiative, Viking Chat brings students together for open conversations with guest speakers who inspire and encourage positive decision-making.
Recently, Ms. Béty Lê Shackelford, founder and executive director of Hella Good Deeds & Lori Pham, met with 15 Asian female students & Ms. Le to discuss their experiences moving to Kansas City. The students shared stories filled with both laughter and thoughtful reflection, leaving the session with new tools and confidence to support their future success..
Every mentor. Every mentee. Every connection. YOU are the reason this program changes futures.
To everyone who pours into our students through mentorship—thank you for making a difference that lasts far beyond the classroom.
Want to learn more or get involved? Click below for more information about our Mentorship Program. Remember… YOU could be the missing piece! 🧩💙
https://bit.ly/4rBlh3A
🥇 3 gold
🥈 2 silver
🥉 7 bronze designations
We’re so proud of their hard work and dedication!
Pictured is the Banneker Elementary team, who earned bronze level in their first year competing. Congratulations!
#KCPS #MathRelays #StudentSuccess
As we celebrate his life and achievements, we also recognize the responsibility to keep moving forward---building on his vision to create a future of equity, justice, and opportunity for all.
Together, we’re not just remembering history—we’re shaping it.
