Topeka Public Schools

10/23/2026

Some days, parenting is hard. Having someone who understands can help. 💙

If your child is experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges, join other TPS parents and caregivers for a free, confidential Family Support Group with NAMI Topeka. Connect, share experiences, and find encouragement from people who understand.

Join us for our next meeting:
📅 Tuesday, October 27 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM
📍 Bishop Professional Development Center
3601 SW 31st St.

No diagnosis needed. No registration required. Light refreshments provided, with opportunities for childcare and transportation available upon request.

🚐 For transportation assistance: Stacey Kramer, [email protected] | 785-235-7146
💬 Questions about the group: Cristi Cain, [email protected] | 785-231-4504

**Led by trained parents with lived experience, this voluntary group offers peer support and does not replace professional mental health treatment.

10/22/2026

Topeka Public Schools, in partnership with Edustaff is seeking Building Substitute Teachers for the 2026-27 school year!

💰 Earn $135 per day while serving at the same school throughout the year, building strong connections with students and staff, and making a positive impact in the classroom.

🌟 Substitutes now have the opportunity to qualify for health benefits as Edustaff employees! Contact Edustaff for eligibility requirements and details.

We are especially seeking substitutes to support:
📚 PreK
💙 Special Education
🌎 English Learners (EL)

We’re also hiring Substitute Teachers and Substitute Paraprofessionals throughout the district. Choose when you work and make a difference, one school day at a time!

🍎 Retired educator? Eligible retirees who work for Edustaff may begin substituting without a KPERS waiting period. Contact Edustaff to confirm eligibility and get started!

Apply today! Scan the QR code below or visit edustaff.org to get started.

Edustaff is a leader in educational staffing for K-12, special education, and higher education institutions. Get fully staffed with qualified professionals.

10/21/2026

Rising and shining for Topeka’s youth! ☀️💙 District leadership and staff joined community leaders and partners at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Topeka’s third annual Rise & Shine Breakfast to support the incredible work being done for children across our community.

Featured speakers included Mike Williams, a Boys & Girls Club alumnus and former Highland Park High School Basketball Coach. We were also proud to see French Middle School and Topeka West High School students helping facilitate the event!

Thank you to Boys & Girls Clubs of Topeka's CEO, Dawn McWilliams, and the entire team for creating opportunities that help our scholars thrive. 🌟

10/21/2026

Calling All Young Artists! Help Spread the Message of School Bus Safety! 🚌🎨

In celebration of National School Bus Safety Week, we're encouraging TPS scholars to get creative and participate in the National School Bus Safety Poster Contest!

This year's theme, "Safe Miles = Big Smiles," challenges students to design original artwork promoting safe school bus practices. Winning posters can advance from the state level to national judging, with the overall winning design featured during National School Bus Safety Week 2027! 🖍️✨

The poster creation period begins November 2, 2026! Learn more about the contest and how to participate at: https://www.napt.org/postercontest

👏 We'd also like to give a special thank you to the Superintendent's Bus Advisory Council for sharing their valuable ideas and suggestions on bus safety across Topeka Public Schools! 💛

10/19/2026

We look forward to seeing all of our families at Parent Conferences this Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22! As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Thursday or Friday this week. Please contact your child’s teacher if you still need to schedule a conference.

As a reminder, Parent Conferences will take place on Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate successes, and partner with teachers to support their learning.

Teachers will reach out to families to schedule conferences. Please note that there will be no school for students on Thursday, October 22, or Friday, October 23. We look forward to connecting with you!

10/19/2026

Shoutout to our heroes on wheels! 🚍💛 This week, we’re celebrating National School Bus Safety Week and recognizing Kansas School Transportation Appreciation Day on Wednesday, October 21!

Join us in thanking our incredible bus drivers here in TPS and at Kansas Central School Bus for their dedication and care each day, ensuring our students travel safely to and from school. Your commitment keeps our district moving! Thank you for all that you do! 🙌

10/19/2026

Topeka Public Schools, in partnership with the Warm Little Ones Coat Fund, invites TPS families to our annual Winter Coat Giveaway on Tuesday, October 27! Families can pick up FREE winter coats, hats, gloves, socks, and more to help prepare for the colder months ahead! 🧤🧣🧥❄️

📅 Tuesday, October 27
⏰ 4:30-6:00 PM
📍 Quinton Heights Education Center
2331 SW Topeka Blvd. (Enter through the southeast doors)

Thank you to our partners at Kansas Gas Service, who will be providing free home weatherization kits, along with additional community resources!

Please bring everyone who will be receiving a coat, including children, to ensure the best fit. We are grateful to our community partners for helping keep our TPS families warm this winter! ❤️

10/17/2026

What an exciting day for our TPS Unified Sports teams! 🏀📣

On October 3, Topeka West High School hosted the Unified Basketball and Cheer Match Day, where TPS was proudly represented by two basketball teams and our Unified Cheer team! Our student-athletes brought their energy and teamwork as they showcased their talents and cheered each other on! 👏

A special shoutout to the Topeka West Football team, who showed up as a loud and proud cheering section, supporting our Unified athletes and making the day even more special! 💜🤍

We are so proud of all three teams and can't wait to cheer them on at the Unified Tournament on October 23 at Washburn Rural Middle School! 🙌

10/17/2026

Creativity from head to toe! 👠🎨 Four Topeka West High School scholars turned their designs into wearable works of art for "A Night of Fashion" Shoe Competition, presented by the NOTO Arts & Entertainment District and Dillard's.

More than 25 Topeka West art students submitted designs, and four were selected to bring their ideas to life using shoes provided by Dillard’s:

🎵 Brynlee Best: Music Note High Heels
🌸 Mariana Bernard: Flower High Heels
🥤 Elijah Franklin: Soda POP Sneakers
🌻 Kellyn Norton: Cow/Sunflower Sneakers

🏆 A special congratulations to Brynlee Best, whose Music Note High Heels earned first place, a $200 gift certificate, and a framed award!

We are so proud of these scholars for sharing their creativity with our community! Thank you to art teacher Melissa Wichmann, the Topeka West Art Department, NOTO, and Dillard’s for supporting opportunities for our student artists to shine!

10/16/2026

Congratulations to Topeka High School senior Campbell Dawson on reaching 1,000 career kills in volleyball last night, an outstanding milestone for this talented Trojan! 🏐🎉

In volleyball, a “kill” is an attack that directly earns a point for the team, meaning Campbell has scored 1,000 points through successful attacks throughout her high school career!

This achievement reflects years of hard work, skill, and determination on the court. We are proud of you, Campbell! 🖤💛