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The WISE K-12 Innovative Education Expo is a once-a-year opportunity for Wichita-area families to explore microschools, hybrid programs, and other innovative learning options all in one place.
This free event brings together school founders, educators, and community leaders who are reimagining education to better serve students and families.
Parents will have the chance to speak directly with school leaders, compare different learning models, and discover the best fit for their child—whether they’re looking for full-time, part-time, hybrid, classical, STEM-focused, outdoor-based, or special needs education options.
📅 Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025
⏰ Time: 10 AM - 12 PM
📍 Location: Learning Lab Wichita, 703 E Douglas Ave, Suite 250, Wichita, KS 67202
🚗 Directions: Learning Lab is located on the second floor of Union Station.
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From Douglas and Mead, head south on Mead past the main Union Station parking lot.
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Look for a drive leading up to the second story of Union Station.
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Park in any marked space, and enter through the double doors.
Hear from Real Founders & Families
Want to learn more about how these schools work and why families are choosing them? Many of Wichita’s microschool leaders have been featured in the news and on podcasts, sharing their experiences and insights.
These interviews provide a behind-the-scenes look at alternative education—from why families are making the switch to how these schools create a personalized learning experience.
🔗 Check Out News Articles & Podcasts About Our Founders
Schools Participating at the Expo
A Brighter Future for Our Children
Imagine a school where every child is known, every strength is nurtured, and every challenge is met with care and creativity.
A place where learning is exciting, adaptable, and deeply personal. That’s the vision of tomorrow’s schools—built not for systems, but for the real children they serve.
At the WISE K-12 Innovative Education Expo 2025, we’re bringing this vision to life.
Discover how microschools are rethinking education to prepare children for a world that demands more than just knowledge—it requires resilience, innovation, and connection.
Is Your Child Lost in the System? There's a Better Way
Today's schools still follow a 19th-century factory model: standardized lessons, rigid schedules, and assembly-line thinking.
But we're not preparing children for factory jobs anymore—we're preparing them for a rapidly changing future that requires creativity, adaptability, and individual growth.
Nationally, proficiency levels are falling. Math scores for 13-year-olds dropped 9 points, and reading scores declined by 4 points, according to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) 2023 Long-Term Trend Assessment. These aren't just numbers—they're a wake-up call about the state of education in America.
Parents are asking hard questions—not about their children's abilities, but about a system that's failing them.
The Hidden Cost of One-Size-Fits-All Education
Your child isn't a factory product. Yet our schools still use an industrial-age system:
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Average class sizes in US elementary schools range from 21-26 students
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Rigid schedules that ignore individual learning patterns
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Standardized testing prioritized over real learning
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Limited focus on creativity, character, and practical skills
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What If School Could Be Different?
Imagine a place where:
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Your child is one of just 10-15 students
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Teachers know your family by name
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Learning plans adapt to your child's interests and pace
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Character development is as important as academics
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Schedules work for your family, not against it
This isn't a fantasy. It's happening right here in Wichita through microschools.
Microschools: Education Built for Real Children
Microschools offer:
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Personalized learning plans
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Mixed-age collaboration
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Project-based learning
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Flexible schedules
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Strong parent involvement
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Real-world skill development
In addition, there are diverse options to help you find the perfect fit for your child, including:
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Microschools
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Hybrid schools
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Homeschool support programs
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Outdoor schools
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STEM-focused schools
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Faith-based and secular schools
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Schools specializing in serving neurodivergent children
…and so much more!
The WISE K-12 Innovative Education Expo: Your First Step to Change
On February 22, 2025, discover Wichita's growing microschool movement:
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Meet the leaders and decision-makers of innovative microschools
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Learn about costs and scholarships
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Connect with other families seeking change
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Find the right fit for your child
Don't let another year pass while your child's potential remains untapped.
Join us at the beautiful Learning Lab Wichita from 10 AM - 12 PM on February 22, 2025 and see what the future of learning looks like!
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