Paraprofessional Day 2026

Posted on 03/31/2026

This week, we proudly celebrate Paraprofessional Appreciation Day on April 1 and recognize the incredible impact our paraprofessionals make across our schools. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to supporting students and staff help create positive learning environments where all students can succeed.

Whether providing one-on-one support, assisting in the classroom, or building meaningful connections with students, paraprofessionals play a vital role in the success of Topeka Public Schools. We are grateful for all they do each day, thank you for your continued dedication to our students!

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

We Support Equal Opportunities

The Topeka Public Schools, Unified School District No. 501 is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity. No person shall, on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin or ancestry be denied lawful access to any appropriate educational service, program, or activity provided by the school district. For students, the Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 compliance coordinator is the General Counsel for the district. For employment, the EEO/AA and Title VII compliance officer is the general director of human resources. Compliance coordinators may be contacted at 624 S.W. 24th Street, Topeka, KS 66611-1294, (785) 295-3000. The clerk of the Board of Education has been designated to receive and redirect or handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, regulations, and procedures. The clerk may be contacted by calling (785) 295-3059 or by writing to 624 S.W. 24th Street, Topeka, Kansas 66611-1294.