Leavenworth Senior High School

Guidepost Montessori at Leavenworth is the Leavenworth, Kansas campus of the Guidepost Montessori network, which runs more than 60 Montessori schools across the country. Our Children's House classrooms serve preschool and kindergarten children with hands-on Montessori materials, from sandpaper letters and the movable alphabet for early reading to math materials that make place value and four-digit operations concrete. Montessori-trained guides give one-on-one lessons and let each child move through language, math, practical life, sensorial work, science and cultural studies at a personal pace. Practical life lessons build independence through real tasks such as preparing snacks, tying shoes and caring for the classroom. Families can choose full-time or part-time schedules, extended-day care comes at no extra cost, and the school follows a year-round calendar with minimal breaks. Parents receive daily updates, photos and progress notes through the Illumine parent app.

TRIO Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) serve as a vital resource for individuals and families seeking to overcome barriers to education and financial success, particularly in Douglas, Shawnee, Wyandotte, Leavenworth, and Franklin Counties. This initiative is dedicated to supporting a diverse range of students, including first-generation learners, low-income individuals, veterans, immigrants, and foster-care youth. The core mission of TRIO EOC is to provide free assistance in navigating the complexities of educational pathways and financial aid processes. Key programs include admissions assistance, career exploration, FAFSA guidance, tutoring resources, and workshops designed to empower participants at various stages of their educational journeys. What sets TRIO EOC apart is its commitment to personalized support tailored to the unique needs of each student. With an emphasis on fostering strong community connections and partnerships with families, TRIO EOC not only equips students with the tools necessary for academic achievement but also instills a sense of hope and possibility for their futures. Through its dedicated services, TRIO EOC has positively impacted over 31,500 individuals since its inception in 1998, making it an indispensable ally in the pursuit of educational equity and success.

Accelerated Schools of Overland Park is a nonprofit private school in Johnson County for students in grades four through twelve. The full-day program accepts applications throughout the year and also offers summer school. Students come from across the Kansas City area with a range of academic needs; the school serves gifted, average, and learning-challenged learners. Instruction moves at an individual pace, and schedules can change when a student needs a different mix of classes. The published student-to-teacher ratio is 7:1. Executive function is part of the school day: teachers set clear expectations for completed classwork, give realistic homework, and send daily report cards so students and parents can follow academics and behavior. A licensed counseling team meets with students individually and runs Pathways small groups on mental health topics. Two certified therapy dogs spend time at school, and Friday activity clubs and field trips give students ways to connect outside class. Juniors and seniors can work with the College and Career Program as they plan their next steps. Families can schedule an in-person visit to learn how the approach would fit their student.