Education

Despite the proposed rates, both districts are anticipating a loss in revenue. 

ISGKC plans to utilize the building for education purposes and to offer community services, such as open gym access and a food pantry. 

“Parents appreciate that we love and care for their children, and that empathy is key to the program’s success.”

“I don’t think my goal is going to be chasing an accreditation number.”

“We’re the first face they see when they’re going to school, and the last face they see when they’re leaving school.”

South KC area public schools are set to begin the 2026-27 school year next week.

From new lab infrastructure to expanded transportation options, south KC private schools are gearing up for 2026-27.

It’s back to school season, and south Kansas City organizations are working to ensure students begin the year with the supplies they need to thrive.

From printmaking and pastels to pasta, tea, stained glass, and wine, classes and events across south KC welcome beginners.

“A kid whose family can’t afford lessons still gets lessons.”

All Ingels Elementary students will receive $20 in “Book Bucks” to go toward a purchase at the fair courtesy of Rainy Day Books’ Books for All program.

The longstanding mental and behavioral health nonprofit will take over the former campus of Archbishop O’Hara High School to consolidate its education operations beginning in the 2026-27 school year. 

South Kansas City kids have no shortage of ways to keep kids stay active and make memories this summer. Here’s our guide to camps in and around the area.

“Gratitude makes what you have enough.”

“This isn’t just going to help five, six, seven years,” Offield said. “You’re talking a generation.”