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Wichita is asking voters to approve a $450 million bond issue to finance new and upgraded schools. Election Day is Feb. 25.

Voters are deciding whether to approve a $450 million bond issue for Wichita Public Schools.

Wichita school district voters will decide Feb. 25 on a $450 million bond issue that would build several new schools, close others and reduce the district's overall footprint.

To attend kindergarten in Kansas, you have to be 5 years old by August 31st. That’s pretty much the only rule. But teachers say it helps if kids know a few things before they start school.

The Wichita school district is hosting a series of open houses during which members of the community can tour school buildings and ask questions about a proposed $450 million bond issue.

A growing body of research shows that climbing high, running fast and conquering fears can improve children's physical and mental health and help them get along with peers.

Some Derby High School teachers urged school board members to reconsider their vote against a proposed social studies curriculum. The board's conservative majority rejected the curriculum over concerns it was biased against Republican President-elect Donald Trump.

Yes for Wichita Kids launched its website in support of a proposed $450 million bond issue to rebuild and refurbish Wichita schools. An opposition group, Wichita United for Better Education, was formed by a local Republican strategist.

The annual #ReadICT Challenge is a partnership with KMUW, the Wichita Public Library and The Wichita Eagle. It's designed to encourage readers to explore new authors, topics and genres.

Some Derby school board members voiced concerns about anti-racism messages on the publisher's website, as well as company statements about diversity, equity and inclusion. They also said parts of a textbook and online materials do not fairly reflect Trump's first presidency.