The district will be offering a behavior hotline the first three Thursdays of the month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. to give parents guidance and resources for supporting their student’s social-emotional learning and behavior issues.

Seniors: Join us at 6 p.m. tonight for a virtual event where Courtney Lockhart, assistant director of Financial Aid for Wichita State, will share tips for successfully applying for college financial aid. Join the live event here: bit.ly/346WUBy

New this year, we are sharing our community flyers electronically! Families can opt-in to receive a weekly newsletter by visiting usd259.org/communityflyers and subscribing to our list. Parents can also view information provided by community partners on our website.

Magnet school applications for the fall 2021 school year are available at usd259.org/magnet. The deadline to apply for magnet elementary and middle schools is Feb. 19 and the deadline for Northeast Magnet high school is Jan. 29.

Here is an opportunity to get a free flu shot this Saturday.

Great co-created/co-authored article with sound suggestions about family-school partnerships during Covid. Dr. Paul Kuttner (co-author with me on the first DCBF) is one of the authors here. edweek.org/ew/articles/20…

It's USD 259 Family Engagement Month! Stay tuned for Tuesday Tips-practical ways for families to engage in student learning. Whether in-person or remote, the partnership between home and school is very important. #WPSproud

It’s Family Engagement Month! Family plays a vital role in the success of students. The relationship between home and school has never been more important. Check out this Tuesday Tips video on attendance. youtube.com/watch?v=fj9DzZ…

Setting up a study space at home helps block distractions during remote learning. Modify based on your child's age or grade level. Happy Family Engagement Month! #wpsproud youtube.com/watch?v=BjHTHY…

Happy Family Engagement Month! Here is this week's Tuesday Tip.#wpsproud youtube.com/watch?v=r8ODr6…

Parents can change their child’s learning model (onsite or MySchool Remote) for the 2nd semester, which begins Jan. 25, 2021. Check with your child’s school for details. The deadline to make the change is Nov. 30.

Happy Family Engagement Month. Enjoy the Fall Break! youtube.com/watch?v=DZXb0e… #wpsproud

We're #WPSProud to work with our surrounding school districts to promote this important message! Please share!

Join us 5:30-7:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 7, for the Virtual Showcase of Choices and Opportunities. Families will be able to learn about magnet schools, high schools and other educational opportunities available to support students. For details, go to usd259.org/magnet

We hope everyone had a safe and relaxing winter break! School resumes on Monday, Jan. 4, with all students learning remotely.