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Week of the Young Child 2026
Students and staff from across USD 232 joined Early Childhood to celebrate young learners.
Bike Rack Project
CTEC CAPS students designed and manufactured a bicycle rack for Prairie Ridge Elementary.
Katie Ledecky Visits USD 232
The most decorated American female Olympian in history joined CTEC and MCMS for a day celebrating STEAM.
KU School of Engineering Design Challenge
CTEC CAPS computer science team places first at the KU School of Engineering High School Design Challenge.
The Big Pumpkin
Early Childhood staff performed The Big Pumpkin for students to celebrate Halloween.
CTEC CAPS Students Headed to Make48 Nationals
CTEC CAPS team is heading to nationals after runner-up win at Women in STEM Make48 competition.
Mission
To develop and empower lifelong learners.
News & Announcements
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District staff honored at annual recognition.
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USD 232 Internship Program is seeking partnerships with local businesses and organizations.
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This semester, 22 high school students were placed in professional settings across the community.
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Kim Watts, Brooke Riffel, Nancy Taliaferro, and Kathi Spachek were recognized with the TORCH Award for September.
Upcoming Events
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