Public School Stories
Across Our KC Communities
The real stories of how our public schools help our kids and our communities thrive
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Public schools across the KC region are the setting to so many amazing stories every day. Here, you will find stories told through the eyes of current and former students – examples of the impact of strong relationships, strong schools and strong communities.
Real-World Learning Opportunities With Career Exploration
As a senior at Ruskin High School, Edgar learned about the Hickman Mills School District’s Real-World Learning program. Through this program, he met the owners of the T&L Welding Academy, and he thought this might be just the opportunity he was looking for.
Finding the Right Spark to Ignite a Love of Literature
Eleanor Sullivan consistently takes the most difficult classes she can. The junior at Lee’s Summit North High School is passionate about science and robotics, and even though her dad is an English professor, she always felt that English and literature classes were mostly busy work that didn’t really matter.
With Barriers Removed, the Sky’s the Limit for High-Achieving Students
Karen knew that her twin daughters, Sydney and Rachel, were bright, high-achieving students. But she didn’t know what was possible for them until she found out about the North Kansas City Schools’ Catalyst program.
Do you remember that teacher in your life who inspired you?
Chances are, they remember you too!
Our schools are more than buildings; they are the launchpads for our students’ educational journeys, where they can find what interests them, learn new things, make lasting connections and start pursuing their future.