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In a unique blend of civic duty and creative flair, the simple "I Voted" sticker is getting a Northland makeover thanks to a group of students at Clardy Elementary.
![The image displays a front and back look at Kathryn Messick's decorative heart with one featuring a dove and the other adorned with sunflowers and a cross.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1772741030/nkcschoolsorg/rmx4ljqqud48xd7iv5ud/Paradeofhearts.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1772741030/nkcschoolsorg/rmx4ljqqud48xd7iv5ud/Paradeofhearts.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1772741030/nkcschoolsorg/rmx4ljqqud48xd7iv5ud/Paradeofhearts.jpg","width":720}])
As the Kansas City metro gears up for a historic spring and summer on the global stage with the FIFA World Cup, one Winnetonka High School art teacher is proving that the "Heart of America" is in good hands.
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It was a historic weekend for North Kansas City Schools at the MSHSAA Boys & Girls Wrestling Championships in Columbia, as three student athletes secured individual state titles and a flurry of podium finishes.
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This issue of In the Know takes a closer look at proposed statewide open enrollment legislation and what it could mean for North Kansas City Schools. We break down the potential financial impact, implications for students and taxpayers, and the long-term challenges districts may face if SB971 moves forward. You’ll also find updates on other major proposals this spring — including charter expansion, public school funding shifts, and significant tax changes under discussion in Missouri.
Click to read more in Dr. Daniels' February 25 update regarding navigating recent challenges.
When a preschooler began choking on a strawberry, teacher Cathy Campbell didn't hesitate to perform the Heimlich maneuver and save her life at North Kansas City Schools' Early Education Center.
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Clay County’s new 'I Voted' stickers created by Clardy Elementary students
In a unique blend of civic duty and creative flair, the simple "I Voted" sticker is getting a Northland makeover! Starting with the April 7, 2026, election, voters in Clay County will be sporting brand-new designs created by a talented group of mfifth graders from Clardy Elementary.
North Kansas City Schools celebrates our 2026 Culture of Excellence recipients
Excellence isn't just a goal in North Kansas City Schools, it’s a reflection of the people who make our district feel like home. We are honored to recognize our latest Culture of Excellence recipients. From classrooms to support roles, these individuals lead with their hearts and dedicate their lives to the success of our students.