2023 Wichita Collegiate Viewbook

WICHITA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Cultivating Curiosity since 1963

www.wcsks.com

Welcome to

Wichita Collegiate School Our MISSION.

We exist to inspire all students to be the best version of themselves through a transformative education grounded in academic excellence within our inclusive community.

Our VISION.

We empower all students to lead lives of impact by partnering with our students, faculty, families, and community.

by the numbers

8:1

29%

STUDENT TO TEACHER RATIO

OF STUDENTS RECEIVE INDEXED TUITION

32%

15

COLLEGIATE STUDENTS OF ETHNIC DIVERSITY

AVERAGE CLASS SIZE

Proba Te Dignum

Early Childhood

Lower School

Middle School

Upper School

In an environment designed for children to play and grow, students learn according to their unique patterns of growth and individual interests under the guidance of nurturing, creative, and experienced teachers.

Honoring the important interconnectedness of the academic and social needs of young children, each day is filled with activities that build a foundation for success in the exciting and challenging work that lies ahead.

Founded on the principle that students construct meaning when learning is demonstrated, enacted, and synthesized, our master teachers inspire every child to learn and to achieve to their highest potential.

An intellectually vibrant, college-preparatory high school, we strive to prepare students for life and leadership in the global world through real-world challenges, independent thinking, and the application of knowledge acquired.

AGE 2-KINDER

GRADES 1-4

GRADES 5-8

GRADES 9-12

Our Student Portrait

Who is a Spartan? ♦ I am resilient ♦ I am constantly learning. ♦ I am creative. ♦ I am solving problems. ♦ I am compassionate. ♦ I care about my community. ♦ I am uniquely talented.

♦ We are determined. ♦ We explore new ideas. ♦ We are open to change. ♦ We experiment, fail, and try again. ♦ We are inclusive. ♦ We lean on and support each other. ♦ We challenge each other to be better.

Every one of us is different ... Together we are Spartans.

CREATIVE COLLABORATORS

Exploring innovative ways to make an impact

Our philosophy of education centers on providing exceptional instruction in the core areas of language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and world languages and is enhanced with classes offered in the performing and studio arts, physical education, technology, entrepreneurship, design, and engineering.

Because all our students are college-bound, our promise is to prepare them for the ever-changing but fascinating world that awaits them by empowering them to become collaborative problemsolvers who seek solutions to relevant, real-world problems.

WICHITA COLLEGIATE SCHOOL LANGUAGE ARTS KINDERGARTEN

Reading

Writing

Course of Study

MATHEMATICS

Mathematics

SCIENCE

Science

SOCIAL STUDIES

ENHANCEMENTS

Social Studies

Library, Music, Physical Education Art, Library, Music, Spanish, Physical Education, Positive Steps, Technology

GRADES 1-4

Reading

Writing

Mathematics

Science

Social Studies

GRADES 5-6

Literature

English

Mathematics*

General Science Natural Science

American History See the full catalog Global Studies of options HERE

GRADES 7-8

English

Spanish or French

Mathematics*

Life Science American History See the full catalog Physical Science Ancient History of options HERE

GRADE 9

English I

Spanish or French

Mathematics*

Biology

Modern World History

GRADE 10

English II

Spanish or French

Mathematics*

Chemistry

Principles of Economics

GRADE 11

AP Literature & Spanish or Composition I French

Mathematics*

Choice of Science**

AP US History

GRADE 12

AP Literature & Humanities Composition II

Mathematics*

Academic Elective

AP US Government

Choice of two additional courses from the UPPER SCHOOL COURSE CATALOG

*Students that place into our accelerated math track take Pre-Algebra in 6th grade, Algebra I in 7th grade, Geometry in 8th Grade, Algebra II in 9th grade, Pre-Calculus in 10th grade, AP Calculus AB in 11th grade, and AP Calculus BC in 12th grade, with the option of taking AP Statistics as well. We also offer Multivariable Calculus and Differential Equations on a rotating basis to ensure students always have options for advanced math. Every student graduating from Wichita Collegiate Upper School will have taken Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, and one higher level math course. **Every student graduating from Wichita Collegiate Upper School will have taken a minimum of three lab science classes with the option of taking their studies further through our Advanced Placement and Advanced Research courses.

not comprehensive, this list represents the breadth and depth READING LIST Though of literature a typical Collegiate student will have read upon graduation.

LOWER SCHOOL (GRADES 1-4) A Cricket in Times Square  Charlotte’s Web  BFG  The One and Only Ivan  Wishtree 

Because of Winn Dixie  The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane  The 39 Clues  The Boxcar Children  The Lightning Thief  Wonder  Fish in a Tree  Number the Stars  Rules  Freedom Crossing  The Orphan at Ellis Island MIDDLE SCHOOL (GRADES 5-8) Stay  Three Time Lucky  Save Me a Seat  How to Speak Dolphin  Love, Ruby Lavender  Other Words for Home  Hatchet  All Thirteen  Starfish  The Night Diary  When Stars Are Scattered  Esperanza Rising  Anne of Green Gables  The Shadow Thieves  The Giver  Brown Girl Dreaming  The Miracle Worker  The Diary of a Young Girl  The Outsiders  The Hobbit  Night  Just Mercy  The Odyssey  Animal Farm UPPER SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12) Lord of the Flies  The Count of Monte Cristo  Romeo and Juliet  Catcher in the Rye  Frankenstein  Passing  Oedipus Rex  Of Mice and Men  Fahrenheit 451  A Raisin in the Sun  Walden  Slaughterhouse Five  Macbeth  The Scarlet Letter  The Great Gatsby  The Handmaid’s Tale  Beloved  No Country for Old Men  Pride and Prejudice  Othello  The Importance of Being Earnest  The Canterbury Tales  The Things They Carried  The Stranger  The Bacchae  Waiting for Godot  Antigone  Siddhartha  The Prince  Consolation of Philosophy

A Week in the Life

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monday

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wednesday

thursday

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Morning Meeting Music P.E. Spanish Social Studies Lunch / Recess Language Arts Recess Math After School Activities

Morning Meeting Language Arts Recess Social Studies Lunch / Recess Math Science Positive Steps* Library After School Activities

Morning Meeting Language Arts Recess Social Studies Lunch / Recess Math Music P.E. Spanish After School Activities

Morning Meeting Science Technology Art Social Studies Lunch / Recess Language Arts Recess Math After School Activities

Morning Meeting Maker Minds* Project Based Learning Lunch / Recess Math Recess Language Arts Assembly* After School Activities

POSITIVE STEPS A dedicated course

taught by the Lower School counselor, Positive Steps empowers students to build character, resilience, and lead lives of impact.

MAKER MINDS Students benefit from

interdisciplinary studies in trimester-long units that include the science/tech class Maker Minds, Music & Movement, and Language & Art.

WEEKLY ASSEMBLY Each week wraps

up with a community assembly that celebrates learning and emphasizes the character traits we value as a community: kindness and hard work.

should I take?

WHAT ELECTIVE

I enjoy taking things apart and rebuilding them.

I’ve considered a career in business or finance.

I have fun changing up my style.

The thought of dissecting something intrigues me.

I like to visit art museums and see concerts in my spare time.

I like learning how things work.

I think I might like to be a doctor or nurse of some sort.

I think it’s important to challenge my belief system in order to grow.

I love identifying ways to better provide a service to others.

I’d say I’m an outdoorsy person.

I can see myself working in a very analytical field one day.

A good playlist can help me concentrate while also inspiring me.

I wish I knew how the human brain works.

I would consider myself pretty creative.

I’m passionate about helping my community.

I enjoy coming up with innovative ideas to solve problems.

Check off the statements above that you most agree with in the table above. Then add up the total number of each color box you circled. See which color you picked the most and read your results!

Check out the answers

mostly Technology & Design

A possible future engineer, you clearly love to learn how things work! Be sure to check out classes in our innovation labs. From ScratchLab to CATIA and WoodLab to Robotics, you are sure to find just the right class for your analytical mind!

mostly Studio & Performing Arts

Creative to the core, you thrive when given the opportunity to express yourself. Whether on the stage in Choir, Band, or Theater, or in the studio for Photography, Painting, or Sculpture, we offer students so many ways to cultivate creativity!

mostly Social Entrepreneurship

Wired to connect with the community around you, you are sure to impact the world for the better! Our Entrepreneurship and Personal Finance classes will give you a great foundation, then in Upper School, be sure to check out DECA and Student Forum.

mostly Physical & Life Sciences

Nurturing by nature, you are drawn to taking care of the environment and people around you. Check out Medical Detectives and Science Explorations in Middle School, and be sure to investigate HOSA and Advanced Research classes in Upper School.

Looking Beyond

the School Day

TUTORIALS // Students in Grades 1-12 utilize tutorials, during which our dedicated faculty clarify assignments, assist with mastering concepts, or simply provide oversight as students complete work.

EXTENDED CARE // To assist families of young children needing extended care, we offer before- and after-school care. In addition the Collegiate Enrichment Academy offers a wide variety of classes in the fine arts and athletics after school.

And for those families looking for summer enrichment, our Summer Explorations program offers a seven-week program to keep students of all ages active all summer.

Kids Club Before-school care opens at 7:30 AM and is free of charge. Afterschool care is offered until 5:30 PM on school days. In addition to regular school days, Kids Club is offered from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM on many days when school is not in session for Professional Development, Parent/Teacher Conference, Early Dismissal, and some holiday break days.

Families can choose to pay for Kids Club on an hourly basis or for a flat monthly fee.

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Collegiate Enrichment Academy (CEA)

Summer Explorations

Collegiate Enrichment Academy offers a wide range of excellent extra-curricular experiences on campus for students outside of the school day. These typically run for one semester at a time, one session per week. Offerings include art, cheer, music, and many more.

Summer Explorations has over 100 classes spread over 7 weeks for every age, interest, ability, and schedule from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM Monday through Friday. Offerings include academics, athletics, fine arts, drivers education, STEM, and much more.

Contact Steve Elmore at (316) 771-2285 or cea@wcsks. com with any questions or comments.

Contact Junilda Farner at (316) 771-2247 or summerexplorations@wcsks.com with any questions.

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CONFIDENT COMMUNICATORS

Empowering self-expression, inspiring talent

The Arts have been a major focus of the Collegiate curriculum since the school’s founding 60 years ago.

Through language arts, performing arts, and visual arts, students learn how to express themselves while developing an appreciation for the world around them.

From our youngest students in the Early Childhood division through the Upper School, the Arts are incorporated into our day-to-day activities to support the development of critical thinking skills and appreciation for all forms of art.

PUBLIC

Speaking

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Great Beginnings

Strong Foundations

New Explorations

Confident Application

From Show & Share Circles to Animal Habitat Reports, our youngest students are encouraged at an early age to discover the words to tell their own story to a small but captive audience.

Research reports on a favorite book, our country, an historical hero, and each child's family history result in memorable speeches performed in front of an audience of both peers and parents.

Whether sharing space exploration updates at a press conference or performing original two-person poems on the stage, students learn the important application of emotion and improvisation to their delivery.

From Debate & Forensics to Advanced Research classes, in depth Harkness discussions coupled with podium presentations provide students opportunities to artfully present original ideas and prepared speeches.

EARLY CHILDHOOD

LOWER SCHOOL

MIDDLE SCHOOL

UPPER SCHOOL

PERFORMING

Arts

Vocal Music

Instrumental Music

Theater

With dedicated music teachers at every level, students learn to read music, sing in harmony, and perform in front of an audience. Spartans can be seen and heard performing all over the city of Wichita and beyond, from our young boy and girl choirs (Grades 4 through 6) through the Middle School mixed ensemble and finally to the Upper School Madrigals and Dynamics groups.

Beginning in 5th grade, students can elect to take instrumental music.

Under the guidance of our talented teachers, students cultivate skill and technique while building creativity and confidence. Whether performing in the concert band, marching in the drumline, grooving in our jazz band, or rocking out in our modern band, students have the opportunity to discover unknown talents and passions.

Wichita Collegiate supports an active theater program with a foundation in improvisation, story study, and characterization. Major productions are staged each year for kindergartners, 1st graders, 4th graders, 5th & 6th graders, 7th & 8th graders, and the Upper School students. From lead performer to ensemble, from stage manager to crew, everyone has a chance to play a part in theater.

STUDIO

Arts

Through our arts program, students are exposed to both contemporary and historical art, creating a foundation of both an appreciation for and interest in visual arts. Each year our talented artists are recognized for their work at the local, regional, and national level.

With multiple art studios across campus, students have the space to learn, create, and express. Exposure to photography, painting, fiber arts, and sculpture provide students the benefit of seeing art through multiple lenses. From learning the basic elements of art in our Lower School art studio to weaving their own textiles in Upper School, students are given the tools to find their own vision and cultivate their own talents.

meet new friends?

WHERE WILL YOU

I'm up for an adventure – as long as I know the details beforehand.

I enjoy being part of a team.

I'd consider myself pretty competitive.

I'd love to turn the thing I love most into a job someday.

I have lots of interests outside of school.

I like talking to others about what I've learned.

The thought of trying new things excites me.

I think it's cool when others have the same interests as I do.

I enjoy a spirited argument.

Talking to a new person makes me a little nervous.

I enjoy group projects.

Being successful outside of the classroom is important to me.

I believe that practice makes perfect.

I always finish my homework.

My weekends are always pretty scheduled.

I like to stick to a schedule.

Circle the statements that you agree with. Then add up all of your choices to see which color you picked most!

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mostly In Class

From lab reports to group projects, you'll have a myriad of opportunities to meet new friends in your classes. Be sure to say hello to the person sitting in the desk next to you. You never know where you'll meet a new friend.

mostly In Athletics

Nothing bonds you faster than finding a teammate you can count on. From shared bus rides to shared goals, playing sports is a great way to know someone has your back. So grab your sneakers and water bottle and hit the court!

mostly In Clubs

With so many clubs and organizations at Collegiate, the only problem will be deciding which ones to join.

Don't worry ― you can try new clubs each year! Be sure to jump in and have fun as you discover new interests.

mostly In the Arts

Whether on stage, in the studio, or behind the scenes, you'll have so many chances to bond with fellow performers and artists. So tune up those instruments, wash off those paintbrushes, warm up those vocal chords, and go meet new friends!

COMPASSIONATE CITIZENS Encouraging unity over uniformity

We believe graduating Spartans should have an understanding of who they are and how their service may transform our communities and our world. From our Positive Steps class in Lower School to our Leadership Academy in Upper School, each student is given the time and space to discover more about themselves while developing appreciation, respect, and empathy for the people and communities around them.

As we build students with an aim to lead and make a difference, we believe we are positively affecting the culture for now and in the future.

The Institute for

Community Impact

Our Institute for Community Impact strives to take traditional community service initiatives a layer deeper. Preschool through high school students engage in conversations impacting people beyond our classroom walls. By discussing, researching, and experiencing topics as varied as hunger, veterans, and immigration, our students learn empathy, advocacy, and real-world problem solving while giving back to the larger community. The result is authentic, real-life experiences that build character and prepare our students to lead.

COMMUNITY IMPACT Themes

Early Childhood �st Grade �nd Grade �rd Grade �th Grade �th Grade �th Grade �th Grade �th Grade

Community Helpers The Elderly Food Sustainability Food Insecurity Child Advocacy Homelessness Refugees Veterans Poverty

Each year students spend time learning about a new community. Through speakers, field trips, and service, students learn about the community's needs and how they can best support them. From pen pal letters to the elderly to harvesting greens to donate to a local shelter to knitting hats for the homeless, our students find authentic ways to support those in need, and in doing so, learn empathy and advocacy skills that will help them grow to be community leaders.

LEADERSHIP

Opportunities

Collegiate Crew & Spartan Squad

House Captains & Student Council

Junior & Senior Leadership Academy

Lower School students see the impact they can have on their community by taking the initiative to serve in various roles throughout the building, which promote both independence and collaboration. As members of the Spartan Squad, fourth graders serve as leaders for their younger peers as they find ways to build school spirit and serve the community.

As elected positions on campus, both House Captains in the Middle School and Student Council members in the Upper School represent their fellow students as they coordinate with the faculty and administration on planning fun traditions, supporting annual events, and determining policies that affect student life.

This optional program for juniors and seniors provides students beyond the classroom opportunities to engage with leaders in the community's nonprofit, civic, and business sectors.

Industry leaders share essential leadership traits, career details, and practical ways for students to grow in and apply their own leadership skills.

Learning Beyond

our School Campus As we prepare students for the world that awaits them, we believe it is essential to introduce them to a plethora of opportunities that extend beyond our campus. Field trips throughout our program provide students the chance to see, feel, and experience different cultures, traditions, and environments.

From local field trips across the city of Wichita to international trips, students' worlds and minds expand as our classrooms extend beyond the traditional confines of four walls.

Local Partnerships

Field Trips

Overnight Travels

The overarching efforts of our Institute for Community Impact coupled with the initiatives of our Lower School Green Team and Student Forum, a high school student club centered on service, have allowed us to develop many partnerships in the Wichita community. Whether partnering with the International Refugee Committee to tutor recent immigrants or connecting with local homeless shelters to provide fresh greens from our campus gardens, students find many ways to utilize their talents and resources to better serve the community.

From kindergartners exploring a local farm to fifth graders scuba diving to complete their astronaut "training," from second graders discovering historical Cowtown to fourth graders attending a naturalization ceremony at the courthouse, students of all ages are given the opportunity to extend their learning across the city of Wichita.

A significant part of our program is our overnight field trips beginning in third grade. Often centered on team-building activities, these trips also connect to students' studies. For example, 6th graders travel to Camp Wood as they read the survival story Hatchet, while 8th graders drive to Branson, MO where they visit Silver Dollar City as part of their STEAM Park interdisciplinary unit. In addition, upperclassmen in the singing group Madrigals take a bi-annual trip to Italy, during which students perform in cathedrals as well as experience Italian history and culture.

Whether an interdisciplinary unit studying the State Fair or an American history lesson on Eisenhower, Spartans also have the opportunity to travel the state of Kansas to extend their learning beyond the classroom.

WHAT TRADITION

will you enjoy most?

OTHERS MIGHT DESCRIBE ME AS ...

IN MY FREE TIME I ENJOY ...

MY FAVORITE CLASS IN SCHOOL IS ...

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Energetic

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Being part of a group, club, team, or choir.

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Lunch!

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Thoughtful

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Reading or writing.

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Art

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Friendly

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Spending as much time outside as possible.

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English

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Trustworthy

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Hanging out with my friends.

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Math

WHEN IT COMES TO MEETING NEW PEOPLE ...

WHEN IT COMES TO GROUP PROJECTS ...

WHEN I THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE ...

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I can talk to anyone.

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I am the one taking notes.

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I see myself as a graphic designer or architect.

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I let my personality shine.

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I am happy to help others who may struggle.

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I see myself as a social entrepreneur.

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I let other people come to me first.

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I enjoy working out the details to make it a success.

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I see myself as a teacher or lawyer.

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I'm fascinated by learning others' stories.

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I like to take charge as a leader.

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I see myself as a health care professional.

Mark the statements above that you most agree with. Then add up the total number of each color box you circled. See which color you picked the most and read your results!

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mostly Sparty Party

Though our seniors are the shining stars, Sparty Party is a fun day for EVERYONE! Each spring, students cheer on the seniors as they announce their college choice and then enjoy an afternoon filled with games across campus.

mostly Community Impact Day

Each division selects a day in the school year to commit to learning about and serving the community. Many of the activities completed are a culmination of a year's long study on a particular issue or population.

mostly Homecoming Picnic

Each fall Big Buddies (Middle and Upper School students) are paired up with Little Buddies (Early Childhood and Lower School students) for a picnic lunch and then an afternoon of games and activities.

mostly Grandparents Day

As we head into Thanksgiving Break, we welcome grandparents onto campus for a peek inside the day-to-day lives of their grandchildren. From concerts to speeches, the Spartan family never seems bigger than on Grandparents Day.

COURAGEOUS CONTRIBUTORS

Establishing grit by working through adversity

Echoing back to the historical Spartan, our students are known for their strong work ethic and grit. Students learn success through failure as they are given opportunities to try new things, question what has been, and hypothesize what could be. As they compete, whether individually or as a team, they also learn the importance of setting goals and working tirelessly towards achieving their lofty aspirations. Whether experimenting in the laboratory or competing on the field, this productive struggle establishes a foundation of resilience that students take with them long after they leave our campus.

the greatest lessons learned are in competition. Whether as a COMPETITIVE TEAMS Often team or individually, we offer Spartans many chances to compete.

ATHLETIC TEAMS Cheerleading (Grades 1-12)  Boys & Girls Cross Country (Grades 3-12)  Dance Team (Grades Fall 9-12)  Football (Grades PreK-12)  Girls Golf (Grades 9-12)  Girls Tennis (Grades 5-12)  Volleyball (Grades 4-12) ATHLETIC TEAMS Boys & Girls Basketball (Grades 5-12)  Boys & Girls Bowling (Grades 5-12)  Cheerleading Winter (Grades 5-12)  Dance Team (Grades 9-12)  Boys Swimming (Grades 9-12)  Boys & Girls Weightlifting (Grades 9-12) ATHLETIC TEAMS Baseball (Grades 9-12)  Boys Golf (Grades 5-12)  Girls Soccer (Grades 5-12)  Girls Spring Swimming (Grades 9-12)  Boys Tennis (Grades 5-12)  Boys & Girls Track & Field (Grades 6-12) CLUBS & TEAMS Debate & Forensics (Grades 9-12)  DECA-Emerging Leaders (Grades 9-12)  HOSA-Future Academic Health Professionals (Grades 9-12)  Math Madness (Grades 3-12)  Robotics (Grades 5-12)  Scholars Bowl (Grades 7-12)

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We value the role that athletics plays in a student’s life. Hard work, discipline, and teamwork are just a few of the life lessons our dedicated and experienced coaching staff instills in our young Spartans.

Our Coaches

With 24 athletic teams offered at the varsity, junior varsity, junior high, and intramural levels, every student has an opportunity to be part of a team and to compete in a sport they love.

Our Teams

Our facilities include a football/soccer stadium and track, tennis complex, baseball field, and three gymnasiums, all of which are complemented by our state-of-the-art Lattner Strength and Wellness Center.

Our Facilities

With a strong tradition of competing at the highest level, Spartans hold team or individual State titles in Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, and Volleyball.

Our Champions

We pride ourselves on an academics-first approach by dedicating tutorial time before and after school to provide student athletes the time they need in the classroom to be successful on and off the field.

Our Legacy

Our College Counseling Advantage Counselor to Student Ratio

Coast-to-Coast Networking

Professional Development

Quality Education

No other school in Wichita benefits from the small college counselor to student ratio experienced by Collegiate students.

Two full-time College Counselors attend to the needs of a class of 60-75 seniors, affecting an enviable ratio of approximately 1 : 35 during the application season.

WCS counselors attend special college tours and visit dozens of college campuses annually, meeting with admission officials and establishing valuable contacts.

Our networking and reputation coastto-coast results in annual visits from 30+ top colleges and universities.

Our administration dedicates funds for our professional development and memberships to professional organizations, which allow us to stay current on college counseling issues and network with college admission officials throughout the year.

Our students are valued for their individuality, their integrity, and their enthusiasm for learning. The College Counseling department works continually to make sure universities recognize our students’ academic and extracurricular strengths and the overall quality of our program.

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Quality Students

Quality Counseling

Our student’s applications are enriched by their involvement in community service, athletics, student government, the arts, and other extracurricular activities.

As a small school, we invite initiative and innovation and encourages students to follow their interests.

Our in-depth counseling provides the time to get to know each student, guide them through the process, help them identify their strengths, validate their skills, and empower them to conduct their college search while reducing anxiety and stress for the parents and students.

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by the numbers

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NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARS NAMED IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS

MEAN ACT SCORE FOR THE CLASS OF 2023 COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE OF 19.8

1376

$30.3 million

MEAN SAT SCORE FOR THE CLASS OF 2023 COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE OF 1050

MERIT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS

Proba Te Dignum

Graduates are currently attending the following

Colleges and Universities

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY  ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY  AUBURN UNIVERSITY  BAYLOR UNIVERSITY  BELMONT UNIVERSITY  BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY (PROVO)  CLEMSON UNIVERSITY  COLGATE UNIVERSITY  COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY  COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY  CONSTRUCTOR UNIVERSITY  CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY  DEPAUW UNIVERSITY  DICKINSON COLLEGE  DORDT UNIVERSITY  DUKE UNIVERSITY  ELON UNIVERSITY  FRIENDS UNIVERSITY  GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY  HOWARD UNIVERSITY  INDIANA UNIVERSITY  JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY  KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY  KANSAS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY  KEIO UNIVERSITY  LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO  MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY  MCPHERSON COLLEGE  NEW YORK UNIVERSITY  NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY  OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY  PENN STATE UNIVERSITY (UNIVERSITY PARK)  PRINCETON UNIVERSITY  PURDUE UNIVERSITY  RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE  SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY  SAN DIEGO STATE UNIVERSITY  SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY  SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO  SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY  STANFORD UNIVERSITY  SYRACUSE UNIVERSITY  TEXAS A&M UNIVERSTIY  TEXAS CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY  THE UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA  THE UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH  THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA  THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN  TULANE UNIVERSITY  UNITED STATES AIR FORCE ACADEMY  UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY  UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA  UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS  UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (DAVIS)  UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA (LOS ANGELES)  UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE  UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER  UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON  UNIVERSITY OF DENVER  UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA  UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA  UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS  UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI  UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN  UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL  UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME  UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA  UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA  UNIVERSITY OF UTAH  UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON (SEATTLE)  VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY  WAKE FOREST UNIVERSITY  WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS  WENTWORTH INSTITUTE FOR TECHNOLOGY  WESTERN KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY  WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY  WORCESTER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE

Wichita Collegiate alumni are currently attending college in 30 states + Washinton DC + 4 countries (England, Germany, Japan, Scotland)

01 APPLICATION Complete an application online.

REQUEST 02 RECORDS Send copies of grade cards and standardized test scores.

FORM 03 EVALUATION Ask a current teacher to complete

Admissions Process FOR STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 1-12

a confidential evaluation form.

DAY 04 VISITATION Schedule a campus visit.

05 ASSESSMENT Complete the requested admissions assessment.

Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy As To Students: Wichita Collegiate School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, financial aid program, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Frequently Asked Questions Timeline

Requirements

Dress Code

Tuition

Though we will continue filling open seats until the first day of school, those students applying for kindergarten through Grade 12 that have a completed application by February 25th will be given priority in admissions decisions.

Though several criteria are taken into consideration for admissions decisions, successful applicants typically score at or above the grade level for which they are applying on achievement tests in reading comprehension and math.

The dress code for Wichita Collegiate School is designed to balance academic professionalism and individual style. We encourage students to express their own individuality while dressing professionally and respectfully for the school environment.

While we recognize that meeting the costs of a private education is a significant investment, we believe a Collegiate education will set your child on their best path toward their future.

Our indexed tuition program helps make a private education more affordable for many families.

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Alumni Voices

R.C. BUFORD '78

CEO of the San Antonio Spurs

CLARE VANDERPOOL '83

Newberry Award-Winning Author of Moon Over Manifest

JENNI MORSE '97

Collegiate provided such a positive, supportive, and encouraging environment for student athletes. My time at Collegiate allowed me to build a love for the game and a love for being a part of something big.

We were encouraged at Collegiate to explore many different learning opportunities within a supportive environment where it was safe to take risks and engage in activities and experiences outside of our comfort zones.

The idea of earning respect and deserving success was ingrained in us at Collegiate. We knew that we had to prove ourselves to the faculty and to each other while we were at WCS. Probe Te Dignum! For me, that was a great motivator to keep up and thrive.

Asst. District Attorney of Dallas County

CHRISTIAN HOURANI '02

JAQUES WILLIAMS '15

Cardiologist at Cardiovascular Consultants of Kansas

Columbia University School of Medicine, Class of 2023

Among so many positive experiences and lessons from my days at WCS, I feel the most powerful life lessons learned were to set high expectations for oneself and the realization that high achievement can only come from striving for sustained excellence.

Collegiate provided everything I needed to gain confidence in myself, discover my passion, and then pursue my dream. I was challenged in the classroom, on the field, and on stage by compassionate faculty who genuinely wanted me to succeed.