TWHS Receives Statewide Recognition in PA

Topeka West Receives Statewide Recognition for Excellence in Performing Arts

Posted on 10/27/2025

Topeka West High School Named Commended School in Performing Arts Excellence Program

Congratulations to Topeka West High School for being named a Commended School in the 2024–25 Performing Arts School of Excellence program by the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA)!

Topeka West is one of only 23 high schools in Kansas to earn this recognition, which honors schools with exceptional results in debate, speech, music, and theatre. Selected by a committee representing KMEA, KSCA, Kansas Thespians, and KSHSAA staff, this distinction highlights the tremendous talent, dedication, and hard work of Topeka West students and staff.

We are incredibly proud of the Charger community for continuing to build a rich tradition of excellence in both academics and the arts.

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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.