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October 13, 2026

Watch: KCKPS Celebrates Groundbreaking for the New Woodland Hills Elementary School

A large group of KCKPS students, staff, and district administrators pose for a photo at the site of Woodland Hills Elementary's groundbreaking ceremony with construction and heavy machinery in the background.

On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, KCKPS celebrated a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of the new Woodland Hills Elementary School. 

This exciting moment marks the beginning of a new chapter for the school community, reflecting a continued commitment to creating opportunities and brighter futures for students and families.

A young smiling child wearing an orange KCKPS hard hat stands outdoors among a group of peers.

The new school will bring together the Silver City and Noble Prentis school communities as part of a larger campus project that will also include J.C. Harmon High School and a new Argentine Middle School.

A large group of KCKPS students, staff, and district administrators pose for a photo at the site of Woodland Hills Elementary's groundbreaking ceremony with construction and heavy machinery in the background.

The new Woodland Hills Elementary School will bring together students from Silver City and Noble Prentis Elementary Schools in a new, state-of-the-art facility designed to serve approximately 500–550 students.The new school will feature:

  • Technology-enhanced classrooms and modern learning spaces designed to support hands-on learning experiences.
  • State-of-the-art career and technical education facilities equipped with industry-relevant resources.
  • Enhanced campus security, including advanced monitoring systems and updated safety protocols.

Woodland Hills is expected to open in fall 2028.

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