Parents

Click here to go to Skyward.

Y Club Academy before and after school offers learning support and academic enrichment for grades K-6 in a fun and safe environment. Programs offer a solution for working families needing school-age child care or any family seeking academic support.

Registration closes when a site reaches capacity. If a site capacity is reached you may request to be placed on the interest list by submitting a paper registration form. Minimum program enrollment numbers must be met for a program to occur. You must register by August 7, 2023 to be eligible for a first day of school start date. Your email receipt will serve as a registration confirmation.

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Classlink is the application that allows students to access district approved applications. Additionally, parents can access Classlink to view missing assignments and grades. Click here to access the program.

Parents/Patrons should use the matrix to address questions or concerns. Issues should be addressed beginning at level 1. If the issue cannot be resolved, it is appropriate to move to the next level with the inquiry.

 

 

The Board of Education is committed to limiting the use of Emergency Safety Intervention (“ESI”), such as seclusion and restraint, with all students. Seclusion and restraint shall be used only when a student's conduct necessitates the use of an emergency safety intervention as defined via the link below. The Board of Education encourages all employees to utilize other behavioral management tools, including prevention techniques, de-escalation techniques, and positive behavioral intervention strategies.

Click here for the full policy. 

Click here for information on Piper's Nutrition Program.

If you or someone you know may qualify for protection under the McKinney-Vento Act, please contact Daneen Kelsey, Piper USD 203 McKinney-Vento Liaison, at daneen.kelsey@piperschools.us or (913) 721-2088.

For details on the McKinney-Vento program, click here. 

Parents as Teachers is a free, research-based program designed to provide practical, timely information to all families with young children including single parents, first-time parents and expectant parents. Being a parent is a lot more fun and much less stressful if:

• You know how your child grows and develops.

• You know how to encourage your child so he/she will get a great start in life.    

Click here to learn more.

The Piper Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is dedicated to enriching educationally related opportunities for our students, teachers, and the broader community. By providing a platform for parents to actively participate and contribute, the PTA aims to foster a supportive environment for our school system and its various activities. As advocates for all pre-k to 12th grade students within the Piper community, the PTA prioritizes the enhancement of educational experiences. Click here to learn more.

School supply lists for 2026-27 coming soon...

 

Technical Resources for Parents and Students

Student device issues should be reported to their teacher (Elementary Schools) or to their building Librarian (Middle and High Schools).  If there is an emergency and the student device cannot be taken to one of those people, please call our K12itc helpdesk at 816.382.4840 to get assistance.

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Other technology resources for parents:

Canvas Observer Accounts

1. The parent will need to reach out to their student's teacher to get a "pairing code".
2. Once a pairing code has been obtained, you will need to go to https://canvas.com.
3. Click on "Login", then "Canvas".
4. Click "Free Canvas Account", then "Canvas Login".
5. Click "create an account", then "Parent"
6. Fill out the information to create your Observer account

 

Piper Transportation Services

Student transportation for Piper USD 203 is provided by DS Bus Lines.

For questions or additional information, please contact the Transportation Team of DS Bus Lines at (913) 721‑9019 or email us at, Transportation@piperschools.us.

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Transportation Requests

Transportation enrollment is completed during the student enrollment process. If you need to request transportation after enrollment or make changes to an existing request, please utilize the student information system (Skyward): LINK TO PARENT SKYWARD or contact your student's school administrative office for assistance. 

• (913) 721-9014 | Piper Early Childhood Center
• (913) 721‑1234 | Piper Prairie Elementary
• (913) 721‑5000 | Piper Creek Elementary
• (913) 721‑1144 | Piper Middle School
• (913) 721‑2100 | Piper High School

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Bus Rules

To ensure a safe and respectful environment, students are expected to follow these basic bus rules and outlined district policies provided by your student's school:

• Bus drivers may assign seats
• Use school‑appropriate language
• No eating or drinking on the bus
• Violence or bullying is prohibited
• Remain seated until your bus stop
• No drugs, tobacco, or alcohol
• Use quiet voices and keep hands inside the bus
• Do not damage bus property or the belongings of others

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2026-27 Routing Changes

We are excited to share improvements to bus transportation for the 2026–27 school year:

• Each school will have a dedicated fleet of buses

• Continuous improvement to deliver shorter ride times 

Important: Families planning to use complimentary bus transportation must complete enrollment by July 15. Students enrolled after this date will receive bus service after September 1, once additional stops can be added.

To confirm your student’s transportation, please log in to the student information system (Skyward): : LINK TO PARENT SKYWARD

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2026-27 Arrival & Dismissal Times