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Transformation Summary

The Kansas City Public Schools is in the midst of a transformation to revolutionize the method of instructional delivery in public education. Over the course of the 2010-2011 school year, the administration completed a right-sizing initiative and the first phase of KCPS' Transformation. While Phase I focused on operational issues, Phase II is dedicated to improving teaching and learning across the district, with a focus on graduating students that are college, career, and workforce ready. The complete texts of both phases are available for download below.

Transformation Happens

The transformation of the Kansas City Public Schools (KCPS) is alive and thriving. From May 3-23, KCPS will shine a spotlight on one of its successes each weekday through the “Transformation Happens” series. Each success correlates directly to the KCPS Transformation Plan, a blueprint to raise student achievement.  

  • May 23, 2012: KCPS balances its budget - again

    For the third consecutive year, the KCPS administration is presenting a comprehensive balanced budget to its Board of Directors. Superintendent R. Stephen Green and his team have developed a Fiscal Year 2013 budget that supports transformation and student achievement by placing additional resources where they are needed most, the classroom.

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  • PIONEER measures

    May 22, 2012: Teacher incentives lead to increased professional development

    Nearly 100 KCPS teachers have accumulated 20 or more hours of professional development this school year through an innovative teacher performance pay program. The participation and required self-reflection journals will help those instructors review what they’ve learned and how they apply that information to help students learn.

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  • KC Library logo

    May 21, 2012: Partnership ensures easy library access for every student

    KCPS students have everyday access to a plethora of books, reading materials, and databases thanks to a partnership between schools and the Kansas City Public Library.

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  • May 18, 2012: GPS tracking of buses, new software to increase safety for students

    KCPS students are safer when riding the school bus thanks to GPS tracking and, beginning next school year, a special routing software upgrade that will allow administrators to see where a bus is relative to its scheduled route.

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  • May 17, 2012: Distance and virtual learning programs growing rapidly

    KCPS has taken a bold step into the future with the launch of virtual learning opportunities throughout its campuses, and distance learning labs at six KCPS high schools.

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  • Make it Better poster

    May 16, 2012: Program designed to boost student confidence in high school diplomas

    “Your high school diploma is valid, and you can make it better.” That’s the message KCPS is sharing with its students, families, and community with the launch of the “Make It Better” program this spring.

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    May 15, 2012: Two high schools earn external accreditation

    Northeast High School and Paseo Academy of Fine and Performing Arts have earned accreditation this school year through AdvancEd, an educational network that measures the ability of schools to increase and sustain student learning.

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  • Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education logo

    May 14, 2012: Math and science grant brings needed training, funds to district

    Thanks to a $1.35 million grant from the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, KCPS will train elementary school teachers in enhanced math and science instruction beginning this summer. Approximately 46 teachers will be inducted into the program at 4:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 15, at Richardson Professional Development Center, 3515 Park Ave., Kansas City, Mo.

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  • Photo of Lincoln Prep

    May 11, 2012: Lincoln Prep again ranked as one of the nation’s top high schools

    Once again, Lincoln College Preparatory Academy has been ranked as one of the top high schools in the state and nation by U.S. News & World Report.

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    May 10, 2012: Early college partnership gives students credits, head start on future

    The Early College Academy partnership between the KCPS and Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley helps students earn an Associate of Arts degree while simultaneously completing requirements for high school graduation.

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  • Missouri Positive Behavior Supports logo

    May 9, 2012: Nine schools receive statewide honors for implementation of positive behavior program

    Nine KCPS elementary schools will be honored in June by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) for successfully implementing the Missouri Schoolwide Positive Behavior Support program.

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  • May 8, 2012: Teacher fellowship develops better classroom leaders

    KCPS is partnering with Leading Educators to provide vital development and support to teachers through an innovative two-year fellowship, helping classroom leaders raise the bar on student achievement.

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  • May 7, 2012: Parent University helps families support students

    Since its opening in fall 2011, the KCPS Parent University program has proven an effective means to help parents and families better support their student’s education and obtain important life skills.

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  • May 4, 2012: Dropout recovery program clarifies data for 127 students

    Since mid-March, the whereabouts of approximately 127 high school students labeled as dropouts have been verified as part of Project Choose, an effort to boost attendance and reduce the dropout rate in the Kansas City Public Schools. As a result, those students will no longer count against the KCPS dropout rate.

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  • Pylons Honors

    May 3, 2012: Pylons Honors Program celebrates top academic performers

    Nearly 200 graduates-to-be will be honored as Pylons Scholars for their exceptional academic achievement during a special ceremony from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 3, at the Kansas City Convention Center.

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Transformation Plans

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