We look forward to seeing all of our families at Parent Conferences this Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22! As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Thursday or Friday this week. Please contact your child’s teacher if you still need to schedule a conference. #WeAreTPS

Shoutout to our heroes on wheels! 🚍💛 This week, we’re celebrating National School Bus Safety Week and recognizing Kansas School Transportation Appreciation Day on Wednesday, October 21! Join us in thanking our incredible bus drivers here in TPS and at Kansas Central School Bus for their dedication and care each day, ensuring our students travel safely to and from school. Your commitment keeps our district moving! Thank you for all that you do! 🙌 #WeAreTPS #ThankABusDriver

Surprising our 2028 Kansas Teacher of the Year nominees! 🎉🍎 Congratulations to Rae Lauxman of Shaner Early Learning Academy & Barry Evans of Topeka West! Your passion, innovation, and commitment to student success exemplify teaching excellence! 💙 #WeAreTPS 📸 flic.kr/s/aHBqjD7PWs

As a reminder, Parent Conferences are coming up on Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22! 📅 Additionally, there will be no school for students on Thursday, October 22, or Friday, October 23. We look forward to connecting with all our families! #WeAreTPS

As a reminder, Parent Conferences will take place on Wednesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 22. This is a valuable opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate successes, and partner with teachers to support their learning. Teachers will reach out to families to schedule conferences. Please note that there will be no school for students on Thursday, October 22, or Friday, October 23. We look forward to connecting with you! #WeAreTPS

Happy National School Lunch Week! Thank you to our incredible food service staff across the district for serving up nutritious meals, warm smiles, and support for our scholars every day! Your hard work and dedication help students stay focused, energized, and ready to learn. We appreciate the care you put into every meal! Wondering what’s on the menu? Our Child Nutritional Services team makes it easy for families to explore school menus and nutrition facts. Visit myschoolmenus.com/organizati… to take a look! Join us in thanking our food service team in the comments! #WeAreTPS #NationalSchoolLunchWeek

Today, we honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day. A time to celebrate and recognize the history, culture, and contributions of Indigenous communities. #WeAreTPS #IndigenousPeoplesDay

💜🤍 Once a Charger, Always a Charger! Topeka West celebrated its 15th Annual Graduate Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, honoring 5 outstanding alumni and 3 distinguished staff members for their lasting contributions! 👏 Congratulations to all the honorees! #WeAreTPS 📸 flic.kr/s/aHBqjD7mvd

Congratulations to Topeka West’s 2026 Homecoming King & Queen, Elijah Franklin & Austyn Frost! 👑💜🤍 We also enjoyed incredible performances by the Charger Band & Dance Team, & cheered on the varsity football team under the Friday night lights! 🏈🎶 #WeAreTPS 📸: flickr.com/gp/topekapublicsc…

The Charger spirit was on full display this afternoon as Topeka West High School students, staff, families, & neighbors came together for the 2026 Homecoming parade! 💜🤍 The excitement continues tonight at Hummer Sports Park as Homecoming Royalty is crowned at 6:30 PM, followed by kickoff at 7:00 PM. 👑🏈 #WeAreTPS 📷: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD74sJ

This week, our preschool scholars from Sheldon & Pine Ridge Prep picked out new winter coats, shoes, gloves & hats during Advisors Excel’s annual shopping day! 😊💙 Thank you, @advisorsexcel, for your continued support of TPS students & families! #WeAreTPS 📸 flickr.com/gp/topekapublicsc…

Once a Monarch, Always a Monarch! 🦋 Today, Meadows Elementary celebrated 30 years, with the family of Dr. Kay E. Meadows’ & 50+ founding staff members! We honored her legacy & recognized longtime custodian Mr. Raymond Peak, who will retire this spring. Thank you for helping generations of Monarchs spread their wings! #WeAreTPS 📸 flic.kr/s/aHBqjD6vH9

As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Monday, October 12, and Tuesday, October 13, as our staff will be engaged in professional development opportunities to support student learning and success. 📅 #WeAreTPS

Today is National Custodian Appreciation Day! To our incredible Topeka Public Schools custodial team, thank you for the care, hard work, and pride you put into keeping our schools clean, safe, and welcoming. Your work helps make learning possible and makes a difference for our students and staff every day! Help us show our custodians some love! Leave a shout-out in the comments and take a moment to thank them in person. #WeAreTPS #CustodianAppreciationDay

October is National Audiology Awareness Month! We proudly recognize Dr. Meryl Lockling, our dedicated educational audiologist. Her expertise ensures that students with auditory challenges have the tools and support needed to thrive in school. Thank you, Dr. Lockling, for making a difference every day for our TPS families! #WeAreTPS

Due to the potential for heavy rainfall and severe weather this afternoon and evening, the Shawnee County Marching Exhibition scheduled for this evening has been canceled. The event will not be rescheduled due to the demands of the participating schools’ marching band schedules. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and families.

Congratulations to our 2026 Topeka High School Homecoming King Noah Babiera and Queen Kimora Akins! 👑🎉 The celebration continued under the Friday night lights as students, families, staff, and alumni came together to cheer on the Trojan football team. 🏈✨ It was a night filled with school spirit, Trojan pride and memories to last a lifetime! Hoy Hoy! Mighty Troy! 🖤💛 📸: flickr.com/photos/185549735@… #WeAreTPS

Even the rain can’t stop our shine! 🖤💛 Topeka High School brought the Homecoming spirit indoors today, making the most of the change in plans with a spirited running of the halls and the 2026 Homecoming Royalty Assembly! Our Trojans showed that school pride shines bright, rain or shine! 🌟 The celebration continues tonight at Hummer Sports Park! 🏈👑 • 6:15 PM: Homecoming parade featuring our royalty candidates & Topeka High School Trojan Band around the track • 6:30 PM: Homecoming royalty crowning • 7:00 PM: Football kickoff Come cheer on our Trojans! Hoy Hoy! Mighty Troy! #WeAreTPS 📷: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD61E6