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Wheatland Elementary School has been named a National Distinguished School by the National ESEA Network, highlighting success in closing the achievement gap between student groups, as determined by each state.
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USD 262 has been recognized in several school district and teaching categories by Niche.com.
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Students in Valley Center High School’s automotive program had an exciting opportunity to explore future careers in the automotive industry this week.
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We’re thrilled to announce our 2027 Kansas Teacher of the Year nominees! These outstanding educators exemplify excellence in teaching and make a lasting impact on their students and our Hornet Family.
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Valley Center High School engineering and design students recently visited the school’s ongoing addition, part of the district’s bond projects. The hands-on experience gave students a chance to see construction in action, ask questions of the superintendent, and connect classroom lessons to real-world engineering and design.
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The Crime Stoppers in Schools program in Sedgwick County has created the Speak Up! program, which allows students, staff, and parents the ability to send anonymous tips through a secure website or smartphone app.
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