Which Wichita schools will be closed? Where will teachers, staff go? Tell us your questions

Julie Mah

January 24, 2024 at 3:55 p.m.

The Board of Education of Wichita USD 259 has directed staff to come up with a plan for closing some schools at the end of the spring semester.

Board members are looking to cut costs and save at least $16 million as Kansas’ largest school district scrambles to address a projected $42 million budget shortfall.

We want to know what questions you may have about the planned closings. Please submit them below:

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