This November, as we Read Across SMSD, we are exploring ancestry and identity. The theme, set by the National Education Association’s Read Across America, focuses on books that help students
SMSD News: Strengthening digital citizenship in the Shawnee Mission School District
Students and educators across the Shawnee Mission School District are dedicating time to learn more about how they can be safe, smart, kind, and responsible when using technology. Digital Citizenship
SMSD News: Fall Breakfast shines spotlight on “Unlimited Possibilities”
In Shawnee Mission, the mission is to help every student achieve “Unlimited Possibilities.” This mission was at the heart of the 2021 Shawnee Mission Education Foundation Fall Breakfast. Through storytelling,
SMSD News: Read Across SMSD October: Create Change
This October, as we Read Across SMSD, we recognize everyone’s power to “Create Change.” This month’s theme focuses on books that help students recognize their power to change the world.
SMSD News: District shoutouts
The Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) is proud of students and staff who, through hard work and dedication, continue to demonstrate we are #KeepingSMSDStrong. Here are just a few recent
SMSD News: You are invited to the 2021 Fall Breakfast on Sept. 28
The Shawnee Mission School District community is invited to the 2021 Shawnee Mission Education Foundation Fall Breakfast. Reservations can be made now! Even as we continue to work through obstacles
SMSD News: Portrait of a Shawnee Mission School District Graduate
The Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) has a vision for what every student will know and be able to do on their graduation day. It is called the “Portrait of
SMSD News: Read Across SMSD September – Embrace New Beginnings
As we Read Across SMSD, September is a time to “Embrace New Beginnings.” It’s something many are experiencing, especially as the SMSD starts a new school year. This month’s theme
SMSD News: Let’s Read Across SMSD
The Shawnee Mission School District invites everyone in our community to join us for “Read Across SMSD,” a celebration of reading across our community. In partnership with NEA-Shawnee Mission, we
SMSD News: What is Deep Equity in SMSD?
In June of 2019, the Shawnee Mission Board of Education approved the 2019-2024 SMSD Strategic Plan. This plan, developed in collaboration with students, staff, parents and community members, represents the
SMSD News: Personalized learning supports each student
The 2021-2022 school year is off to a strong start. The Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) team is thrilled to welcome all students to in-person learning for the 2021-2022 school
SMSD News: Ready to welcome students to the 2021-2022 school year
Staff Sticking Together for Students This next year holds so many opportunities for us as we begin the new school year. We were thrilled to have welcomed staff to our
SMSD News: 2021-2022 school year COVID-19 mitigating measures
Keeping schools open and safe will continue to be a top priority in the Shawnee Mission School District for the 2021-2022 school year. At the regular meeting of the Shawnee
SMSD News: SMSD Job Fair on August 4
As we get ready for the new school year, the Shawnee Mission School District (SMSD) is looking to welcome new members to our team. The SMSD will be holding a
SMSD Strong: Bond construction underway
Thanks to the $264.22 million bond referendum approved by voters in January 2021, it is a busy summer of construction in Shawnee Mission Schools. Upgrades are underway across the school