Our Vision

Topeka Public Schools will be recognized nationally for:

academic excellence,
post-secondary and career success,
and achievement in the arts, athletics and extracurricular activities.

Strengthened by diversity and a welcoming and inclusive environment, our district will cultivate partnerships with staff, families, business and industry, and the greater community to develop students' educational, physical, and social-emotional well being.

OUR MISSION

Engage students in the highest quality learning
Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship
Inspire excellence for a lifetime

FACTS ABOUT TOPEKA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

TPS is the largest school district in Shawnee County, serving almost 14,000 students
Student ethnicity: 38% White, 32% Hispanic, 17% African-American, 13% Other
More than 1,300 teachers and 1,100 support staff
Two magnet schools: Scott Dual Language and Williams Science & Fine Arts
Five signature campuses: Ross-Eisenhower (Music), State Street-Chase (Performing Arts), Topeka West (Leadership), Jardine Academy (STEAM), and Quincy (Fine Arts)
Home of Topeka Center for Advanced Learning and Careers (TCALC)
Home of Kanza Education and Science Park
All students involved in college and career ready program