Topeka Public Schools

WHO WE ARE

Companies in the Classroom is an initiative launched by Topeka Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Tiffany Anderson, in the effort to impact the workforce directly by partnering with industry professionals in Shawnee County.

Our goal is to graduate 100% of students equipped with skills to be placed into careers in Shawnee County by establishing partnerships between businesses and organizations around measurable, strategic outcomes.

With your support, we will create a model of effective collaboration that improves the economic outcomes in our community by supporting students' post-secondary preparation in Topeka Public Schools. We need your help to ensure all students are prepared for post-secondary education and careers!

Our Mission

• Engage students in the highest quality learning
• Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship
• Inspire excellence for a lifetime

Our Vision

Topeka Public Schools will be recognized nationally for:

• academic excellence,
• post-secondary and career success,
• and achievement in the arts, athletics and extracurricular activities.

Strengthened by diversity and a welcoming and inclusive environment, our district will cultivate partnerships with staff, families, business and industry, and the greater community to develop students' educational, physical, and social-emotional well-being.

YOU, YOUR BUSINESS, & YOUR EMPLOYEES

Companies in the Classroom gives visibility and recognition for your valued community service, as well as input on educating the community's future employees, consumers, and civic leaders.

THE TEACHERS

Companies in the Classroom provides our educators with opportunities for professional development through the use of business or organizational facilities and access to cutting edge technology and equipment.

THE COMMUNITY

Companies in the Classroom strengthens our public school system and provides the community with well prepared workforce and improved tax base.