White Elementary School

10/15/2026

What is a bond?
• A bond is similar to how a family might take out a mortgage to buy or renovate a home. A bond is how school districts in Kansas pay for major building and facility projects, as the district’s capital budget is intended to cover smaller repairs and predictive and preventative maintenance.
• In Kansas, a school bond must be approved by voters. If approved, the district repays the bond over time using local property taxes.
• A bond is used for long-term investments in buildings and infrastructure. It can’t be used for day-to-day school expenses such as paying teacher salaries or other operational expenses.

10/15/2026

SMILE! 📸
Picture Day is coming October 27, 2026.
Flyers were sent home this week. You can also order here:

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10/13/2026

The WPS bond issue is divided into two questions. Voters have the option to choose Question 1, or Question 1 and Question 2. Question 1 needs to pass for Question 2 to pass.

📌 If Question 1 passes, the tax rate would remain the same. A homeowner would not see an increase to what they currently pay, unless their property valuation increases.
📌 If Question 2 passes, the tax rate would increase with an anticipated impact of an additional $50 a year ($4.16 a month) for the owner of a $200,000 home compared to what is being paid today.

The district recommended a bond referendum based on school and community feedback.

10/08/2026

Families: Wichita Public Schools has an important school bond proposal coming up on the November 3 general election ballot. If you are not registered to vote, you must do so before October 13. Register here: https://www.kdor.ks.gov/Apps/VoterReg/Registration/Index

10/07/2026

Wichita Public Schools is where possibilities take shape and futures are built. In our vibrant, inclusive community, students engage in hands-on learning that sparks curiosity, builds skills, and inspires dreams. Applications are now open for choice programs including:

📌 Magnet schools
📌 International Baccalaureate (IB) program at East High School
📌 Pre-IB program at Robinson Middle School
📌 Early College Academy at Northwest High School
📌 AVID program (middle and high school)

10/06/2026

Calling all readers! Book fair is next week.

Visit our school's homepage to get the latest Book Fair news, shop our Online Fair, and more!

10/06/2026

When you join us at parent-teacher conferences Oct. 13-15, learn more about the upcoming Wichita Public Schools bond and what it means for your child's school, our community, and the future of WPS. Bond information will be available at all schools, so bring your questions and get the facts.

10/02/2026

Eagle 🦅 Run October 2nd

10/02/2026

📢 IMPORTANT IMMUNIZATION REMINDER
Families, please make sure your child is up to date on all required immunizations.
Students who are not in compliance with required immunizations will be excluded from school beginning Monday, October 19, 2026, until the required documentation is received.
📅 Already have an appointment scheduled?
Please provide the school nurse with an appointment card or other verification from your healthcare provider confirming the scheduled appointment in order for your child to continue attending school.
📄 Immunization records and appointment verification may be:
• Faxed to White Elementary
• Given to the front office
• Emailed to the school nurse
If you believe your child’s records are already up to date or have questions about what is needed, please contact our school nurse.

10/01/2026

There are a lot of details in the Wichita Public Schools bond issue proposal. We’ve created an FAQ where you can find answers to frequently asked questions. Learn more at https://wpsbond.usd259.org/faqs.