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Your guide to 19 of Kansas City’s school districts
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The Kansas City region has 30+ school districts and 150,000+ students. We’re giving you the 411 on enrollment, student-teacher ratio, tuition, and more (thanks to data from Niche) for the area’s major school districts. And don’t worry, there won’t be any homework.

Before we dive in, here are three fast facts about schools in the Heart of America:
Blue Valley Unified School District
Blue Springs R-IV School District
Lee’s Summit R-VII School District
North Kansas City Schools
Olathe Public Schools
Park Hill School District
Shawnee Mission School District

Unified School District No. 232
9 MORE SCHOOL DISTRICTS

What is the average public school student to teacher ratio in the US?

A. 10:1
B. 15:1
C. 17:1
D. 25:1

See the answer in the Wrap.
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Friday, Feb. 3
  • Jazz Storytelling | Friday, Feb. 3 | 10-11 a.m. | American Jazz Museum, 1616 E. 18th St., Kansas City, MO | Free | Introduce your young kids to the magic of jazz music at this interactive show.
  • Joe Pera Comedy In Ice: Winter Standup Tour 2023 | Friday, Feb. 3 | 7 p.m. | Uptown Theater, 3700 Broadway Blvd., Kansas City, MO | $39-$49 | Known for his subdued standup, this comedian also has an Adult Swim series — “Joe Pera Talks With You.”
  • Respect: A Tribute to Aretha Franklin | Friday, Feb. 3-Sunday, Feb. 5 | Times vary | Kauffman Center | $49-$139 | This KC Symphony production celebrates the singer, the icon, the leader, the woman, and the “Queen of Soul.”
Saturday, Feb. 4
  • KC Vinyl Collectors Record Swap | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. | Englewood Arts, 10901 E. Winner Rd., Independence, MO | Free | Sip on cocktails while swapping with other audiophiles.
  • Pre-Spring Bazaar and Flea Market | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Riverfront Community Center, 123 S. Esplanade St., Leavenworth, KS | $0 | Shop local vendors at this pre-spring fling.
Sunday, Feb. 5
  • Historic Middle School Book Club | Sunday, Feb. 5 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Alexander Majors House Museum, 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MO | Free | Middle schoolers from around the KC area will gather to discuss a historically themed book.
  • The Small Glories | Sunday, Feb. 5 | 7 p.m. | Midwest Trust Center, 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park, KS | $25 | Thrown together purely by accident for an anniversary show at Winnipeg’s West End Cultural Centre, roots powerhouse duo The Small Glories could almost make you believe in fate.*
Monday, Feb. 6
  • Death Cab for Cutie | Monday, Feb. 6 | 8 p.m. | The Midland Theatre, 1228 Main St., Kansas City, MO | $39.50-$75.50 | Jam out to this alternative rock band’s most recent studio album, “Asphalt Meadows.”

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

100+ MORE EVENTS

Weather
  • 34º | Sunny | 0% chance of rain
Development
  • Twin Elms and Promise Place, two new KC affordable housing projects, have received approval from the KCATA board. Both are a part of RideKC’s goal to increase access — aiming to increase access to housing, jobs, healthcare and education in our region. 🏘️ (MetroWire Media)
Community
  • Mid-Continent Public Library is hosting a plethora of free Black History Month programs — fit for all ages + available virtually. Events include topics like Contemporary African American Art. Find registration for these programs and other resources here. 📚
Biz
  • McFadden’s Sports Saloon is ringing in 15 years of business today through Sunday, Feb. 5. The Power & Light District restaurant is putting on quirky theme nights + plenty of drink specials to celebrate — including “Shred Your Ex” and a corn hole tournament.
Open
  • House of Prom by David’s Bridal has popped up in the Country Club Plaza — at 422 Nichols Rd., KCMO. The store offers gowns, shoes, and accessories. Stop by for the grand opening today to check out special deals. It is set to close at the end of April. (Kansas City Star)
Today Is
  • National Wear Red Day. This initiative to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease is more than wearing a color. You can also set up a fundraising page and find volunteer options to make a difference in the lives of women across the country. 🫀
National
  • Yesterday, Punxsutawney Phil delivered one of the most anticipated weather forecasts of the year — will we have an early spring or six more weeks of winter? Phil saw his shadow, meaning winter continues. This marks the third year in a row that Phil saw his shadow. ❄️ (WRTV)
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Finance
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Where to find Girl Scout cookies in Kansas City
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Stella with Troop #2626 wants to tell you about the new flavor, Raspberry Rally. | Video via Lindsay Tokar
There are no excuses to pass up Girl Scout cookies this year thanks to these reader submissions.

Cadette Troop #427:
  • JOANN, 11215 W. 63rd St., Shawnee, KS | Sunday, Feb. 12 | 4-6 p.m.
  • Lowe’s, 6920 State Ave., KCK | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 10-12 p.m.
  • Lowe’s, 8601 N. Boardwalk Ave., KCMO | Saturday, Feb. 18 | 4-6 p.m.
— Reader, Sara B.

Brownie Troop #2626
  • Walmart Neighborhood Market, 1303 Metcalf St., Overland Park, KS | Friday, Feb. 10 | 4-7 p.m.
  • Hy-Vee, 6655 Martway St., Mission, KS | Sunday, Feb. 19 | 12-2 p.m.
  • Price Chopper, 7000 W. 75th St., Overland Park, KS | Tuesday, Feb. 28 | 4-7 p.m.
  • Raygun, 1803 Baltimore Ave., KCMO | Friday, March 3 | 4-7 p.m.
— Reader, Lindsay T.

We don’t have full stomachs yet. Check out more spots to get your Girl Scout cookie fix here.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Bella.


Editor’s pick: Today’s lead story made me even more excited about my upcoming graduation from my Master’s degree — only 92 days, but who’s counting?

For now, school is still in session — and I hope you didn’t scroll down early for the answer to today’s quiz. If you answered “B” then you have landed yourself a spot on the honor roll.


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