Organizations gather to address youth homelessness

The first conference in the Heartland dedicated to the serious and growing issue of youth homelessness was held in Kansas City on September 12. The circumstances that result in a youth becoming homeless are unique and varied, but trends are identifiable and best practices exist. The agenda provided information about data trends, tools, and strategies that are proven to work to end homelessness among youth.

Independence Plaza Park Celebration

Join the northeast Kansas City, Mo. neighborhoods and businesses as they celebrate their community at "It's OUR PARK Community Celebration.The free community event features family entertainment, food, giveaways, games and much more.

KCPS Town Hall this Wednesday, June 21

Join KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell for a productive conversation on how we can move forward together as a community to ensure all our children have a real opportunity to achieve their dreams.

Musical Chairs: A local study of student mobility

KCUR's multi-part series "Musical Chairs" investigates a significant but under-the-radar aspect of education -- the frequency with which students change schools during the academic year, and the challenges that arise from all that moving around.

LINC supports 21st Century Community Learning Centers

LINC has a long history of partnership with 21st Century Community Learning Centers at its Caring Communities Sites. LINC has 17 sites in three different school districts with nearly 2,400 students attending.

LINC Commission Meeting Monday, May 15th

The LINC Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, May 15th from 4-6 pm at the Kauffman Foundation.

The public is invited to attend.

Jenny Mendez announced the 2017 Gladstone Hero

Gladstone Elementary students recognize Jenny Mendez as their "hero" in a special school project.The students each year pick an individual or community leader whose life the students will study. The students interview the individual, make posters and then produce an original video about the selected individual.

LINC Chess Tournament Announced - March 11

The next LINC Chess tournament will be Saturday, Mar. 11 at Fire Prairie Upper Elementary School in the Fort Osage School District. Pre-registration is now open!

LINC in Photos 2016

We are happy to share this year's LINC in Photos -- a visual representation of LINC's impact and presence in the community.

"Barnacle is Bored" author visits Troost Elementary

Jonathan Fenske is the author and illustrator of “Barnacle is Bored”. He spoke with the students at Troost Elementary in the Kansas City Public Schools about the enjoyment of writing and drawing.

KCPS earns high marks on path to full accreditation

For the first time in about 30 years KCPS has earned the points to become a fully accredited school system. This year's APR is the latest in a remarkable comeback for KCPS. The school system's APR results have improved by more than 75 points in just four years, and the results increased 8.5 points over 2015 totals.

Video: Randi Weingarten visits Woodland Early Learning Community School

Randi Weingarten, President of the American Federation of Teachers, visited and toured Woodland Early Learning Community School while on a stop in Kansas City. Joining Weingarten on the tour were Dr. Mark Bedell, KCPS Superintendent, and Andrea Flinders, President of the Kansas City Federation of Teachers and School-Related Personnel.

New KCPS Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell speaks to LINC Commission

New Kansas City Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell speaks about his vision and plans for the district at the July 2016 LINC Commission Meeting.

KCPS Summerfest 2016 helps families get ready for school

KCPS Summerfest 2016 featured free food, athletic competitions, fun and educational games, backpack and school supplies giveaways, live entertainment, free physicals and student immunizations. The festival included a wide variety resources and activities, as well as celebrity guests.

KCTR addressing a shortage of teachers

The Kansas City Teacher Residency (KCTR) is actively recruiting individuals to become teachers in urban schools and directly address a shortage of teachers.

KCPS to host Summerfest back to school event, Aug. 6

Kansas City Public Schools will host a free Summerfest Back to School Festival to give families a day of fun while also taking care of back-to-school business.

The event will be held on Saturday, Aug. 6, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m., at 2901 Troost Ave., Kansas City, Mo.

Troost Caring Communities students receive new backpacks and school supplies

Students in the LINC Before and After-School at Troost Elementary in the Kansas City Public Schools each received a new backpack filled with school supplies.

Attucks students learn history through theater

Third through fifth grade students from Crispus Attucks Elementary in the Kansas City Public Schools learned about the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850 in a special workshop presented by The Coterie.

Wheatley LINC program reaches out to the community

Fifty snowmen have been placed in the community around Wheatley Elementary School in Kansas City Public Schools. "Kindness is COOL" reads the sticker placed on the snowmen to encourage positivityand awareness in the community.

Citizens to explore crime increase in Kansas City during K.C.P.T. Crime Caucus

Kansas City area residents are invited to The Crime Caucus: A Citizen Summit on Crime to explore and discuss issues regarding the increase in crime and how to make neighborhoods safer. Atteendees will also be the first to view extended scenes from the latest K.C.P.T. documentary: Our Divided City.