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Summer School

The district’s summer school programs have something to offer for students in all grades, from kindergarten through high school. The variety of classes offers something for students with varied interests and abilities.

Enrollment for the elementary and middle school programs ends May 1. Parents are encouraged to enroll their children early because enrollment is based on space available and classes fill up quickly. Late registration will only be considered on a space available basis with payment of an additional late fee.  Bus transportation may not be available if a student registers after May 1.  No new registrations will be accepted after the first day of class.

Classes begin May 29 and end June 28. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday only, with the exception of the first week which will be Tuesday through Friday due to the Memorial Day holiday.

Elementary (K-4) and Middle School (Grades 5-8)

Summer school brochures and enrollment forms were distributed to all elementary and middle school students at conferences, Feb. 8-9. The summer school information line is (913) 780-7245.

High School (Grades 9-12)

The high school recovery credit program for ninth- through 12th-grade students is offered in two sessions: May 29 through June 12 or June 13-28. Both sessions will be held at Frontier Trail Middle School. High school counselors can provide specific guidance for enrollment in credit or non-credit classes. More information will be provided from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 (first session enrollment) and 7:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 (second session enrollment) at Frontier Trail. Students may enroll in either session for a half credit, or both sessions for one unit of credit.

Driver's Education

Driver's education is offered in the summer at Olathe East, Olathe North and Olathe South high schools. The first session will be May 29 through June 25, and the second session is June 26 through July 26. Twelve hours of driving experience and 34 hours of classroom instruction are included in each session. Students must have turned 14 by Jan. 1, 2012 to apply for the summer program. Enrollment packets will be available at each middle and high school by Monday, March 26, and applications are due by Tuesday, April 17. For more information, call Ken Taylor at (913) 780-7208.

Weight Training (Grades 6–12)

Weight training is a five-week program open to boys and girls in sixth through 12th grade. It is offered for $55 at each middle school and high school from May 29 through June 28. Registration forms and information will be available in late April or early May in the middle school offices and from the head football coaches. Tim Anderson, tandersoncst@olatheschools.org, is director of the summer weights and fitness program.

eAcademy (online learning)

Summer eAcademy will offer 13 courses for advanced placement students this summer from June 4 through July 26. Students may sign up at summer school enrollment night from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, May 16 at Frontier Trail Middle School. Counselors have informational fliers, and additional information is available on the eAcademy website (http://eacademyolathe.org) or by contacting Randy Warner, eAcademy facilitator, (913) 780-7110.

Special Education

The extended school year (ESY) for eligible special education students (ages 3-21) begins May 29 and ends June 28.

Eligibility for enrollment in the extended school year is individually determined by each student’s IEP team. Contact your child’s IEP case manager if you have questions about your child’s eligibility for ESY. Questions about ESY programs should be directed to Heidi Garza at (913) 780-7329.

Olathe Public Schools is currently hiring Kansas certified special education teachers for summer positions. Employment applications are available at http://applitrack.com/olathe/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp or by contacting Sheryl South at (913) 780-7006.