Frontier News

As we begin a new school year, we are excited to welcome all our Frontier students and families back to school.

At Frontier, two priorities remain at the heart of everything we do: student safety and academic excellence. We are committed to following all guidelines to provide a secure, supportive, and enriching learning environment for every student.

To stay connected throughout the year, we encourage you to watch for our monthly newsletters, emails, text messages, and social media updates. These channels will keep you informed about important announcements, upcoming events, and the many successes of our Frontier community.

And remember—we are here for you. Whether you have a question, a concern, or simply want to stop by and say hello, our doors are always open. We look forward to partnering with you in making this school year a successful and memorable one.

We are thrilled to invite parents, guardians, and the entire community to our 11th Annual Multicultural Festival on Friday, September 18th, from 5:30-7:30 pm. This vibrant event will take place in the FSI Middle School gymnasium at 1575 Universal Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64120.

The Multicultural Festival is one of the most exciting events of the school year, celebrating the rich diversity of our students and community. Come and savor a variety of global cuisines while enjoying captivating performances by our talented students and local community members.

This year’s festival will also feature a lively mariachi band, outdoor bounce house, face painting, cotton candy, popcorn, pizza, and much more! It’s a fun-filled evening the whole family will enjoy.

Ticket Information:
At the door: $8 - Children - 4 and under free, $15 - Adults, $30 - Family Pass
Click here to pay online!

Don’t miss out on this unforgettable evening of culture, food, and entertainment. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Conscious Discipline is a nationally recognized, evidence-based approach that supports social-emotional learning while helping educators create safe, engaging, and productive learning environments.

“Our faculty and staff have seen remarkable transformations in student learning through this specially designed program,” said Lauren O’Connor, principal of Frontier School of Innovation–Elementary. “This second round of funding from our friends at the Stanley H. Durwood Foundation will allow us to expand the program and deepen our understanding of how to use it most effectively with our students.”

Frontier Schools extends its sincere appreciation to the trustees of the Stanley H. Durwood Foundation and the Greater Kansas City Community Foundation for their continued generosity and support.

Between July 30 and August 12, Frontier staff participated in an intensive professional development program designed to strengthen teaching practices and ultimately enhance student learning. The core purpose of professional development is to support teacher growth, which directly impacts student success.

Our district and campus professional development initiatives are guided by the following belief statements:

• Improve and maintain job satisfaction for all employees

• Promote shared accountability, collaboration, and leadership in working toward district goals

• Recruit and retain high-quality educators who are committed to excellence

• Ensure compliance with state professional development requirements

• Increase knowledge and application of current best practices and research-based educational strategies

On August 12, all Frontier campuses welcomed families and students for our annual District-Wide Orientation Day. The event provided a one-stop opportunity for families to get prepared for the new school year.

Students had the chance to pick up school uniforms, receive their class schedules, and collect their Chromebooks. They could also sign up for sports and connect with transportation staff about bus stops. In addition, a variety of resources were available to support families and ensure a smooth start to the school year.

Orientation Day was a great success, setting the stage for an exciting 2026–27 school year at Frontier Schools!

On August 13, we were thrilled to welcome students back for the first day of the 2026-27 school year. The halls were filled with smiles, hugs, and excitement as students reconnected with friends and teachers. From smooth transportation to seamless classroom transitions, everything came together to kick off what’s sure to be another successful school year.

We’re proud to celebrate Mr. Selim Sekine from Frontier STEM High School, who has been named a Star Teacher Winner for SchoolSmart KC and Missouri Charter Public School Association's Excellence in Education Awards!

His dedication to his students, commitment to education, and impact on our school community are truly worth celebrating. We’re proud to have you as part of the Frontier Family!

Congratulations, Mr. Sekine, on this well-deserved recognition!

Frontier Schools educators Omolola Atanda, Chimeuma Opuwari, and Nurlan Sherimbekov attended the 2026 Saint Louis University Summer Learning Institute, held July 22–24.

During the Institute, Mr. Sherimbekov presented “Building Equity Through STEM Project-Based Learning,” highlighting how hands-on learning promotes student engagement, collaboration, creativity, and belonging.

The event also provided an opportunity to connect with Dr. Alexandra Boyd, Assistant Dean and SLU charter school sponsor representative, and strengthen the partnership between Saint Louis University and Frontier Schools. We appreciate SLU’s continued support and commitment to educator growth.

We're celebrating another exciting achievement!

Frontier Schools has been named a 2025–26 Verizon Innovative Learning Schools End-of-Year Award Winner by Digital Promise!

We are honored to receive the Digital Competency & Responsible Innovation Award, recognizing our commitment to preparing students for success through technology, innovation, and digital learning.

Congratulations to our amazing students, teachers, staff, and school leaders for making this possible!

As we begin an exciting new school year, we’d like to remind families of some important information regarding school bus transportation.

Our bus drivers are ready to welcome students back and are committed to providing a safe and friendly ride each day. To help keep everything on schedule, please have your child at the bus stop at least 5 minutes early each morning, as buses are unable to wait for late arrivals.

Bus Safety Reminders
Student safety is our top priority. To maintain a safe and respectful ride, students are expected to:

• Remain seated at all times

• Keep aisles clear

• Follow the driver’s instructions
  
  

We appreciate your support in reinforcing these expectations with your child so that all students can enjoy a safe and smooth ride to and from school.

Stay Connected with Stopfinder
Families can continue using the Stopfinder app to stay informed about their child’s transportation. Stopfinder provides parents with access to bus route details, real-time updates, and notifications about changes or delays—right from your phone. This tool helps reduce uncertainty and keeps families connected throughout the school year.

Questions or Concerns?
We know transportation plays an important role in your child’s school experience. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at transportation@frontierschools.org. Our team is here to help and ensure your child’s transportation needs are met with the highest standards of safety and service.

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