More Than a School Day
At Wichita Collegiate School, we believe learning doesn't stop when the final bell rings. The Collegiate Enrichment Academy (CEA) extends the Collegiate experience beyond the traditional classroom, giving students the space to discover new passions, deepen existing talents, and grow in ways that are entirely their own. CEA is where curiosity finds its home.
A World of Opportunity, Right on Campus
Convenience matters to busy families - and so does quality. CEA brings an exceptional range of after-school enrichment programs directly to our campus, eliminating the scramble of off-site lessons and outside scheduling. From the moment school ends, students can step into an environment that is familiar, safe, and full of possibility. Our growing catalog of offerings spans:
- Performing & Visual Arts - piano, guitar, rock band, and studio arts
- STEM Explorations - hands-on learning that sparks innovation and critical thinking
- Athletic Performance - skill-building and conditioning that complements student-athletes' development
- World Languages - expanding communication skills and cultural understanding
- And more - with new programs added as our community's interests evolve
This isn't a one-size-fits-all enrichment program. CEA is intentionally diverse, designed to meet students where they are and invite them to explore who they're becoming.
CEA Resources
| New Family Registration | Calendar |
| Active Parent Portal | Contact |
| Course Catalog | FAQs |
Policies and Procedures
| Enrollment |
To enroll, click the "Registration" tab on the CEA website. Existing accounts may be accessed by clicking the “Active Parent Portal” tab. Great Beginnings and pre-School students are categorized "pre-School" in the Active registration system. Early Childhood students enrolled in full-day academic classes are not allowed to attend CEA classes which meet during normal academic hours. Great Beginnings students may enroll in fall classes only with the approval of the director and academic teacher based on whether the student is sufficiently socially prepared. They may enroll in winter or spring classes without restriction. |
| Cea Calendar |
CEA classes follow the WCS calendar and observe the same holiday and conference schedule. CEA this year will operate in two sessions, fall and spring each encompassing 14 weeks of lessons/classes, instead of three as in previous years. Some classes operate on a modified schedule, so check the calendar or ask the instructor if you have any questions. Missed sessions may require additional time to be made up. You may find the CEA calendar by clicking the “Calendar” tab on the CEA website. |
| Fees |
| Each session (fall and spring) requires new enrollment and incurs new fees. All CEA fees must be paid in full for each session in advance. No CEA fees may be billed to your WCS account. Wichita Collegiate School will automatically deduct any balance due for a class from the original payment source. Wichita Collegiate School reserves the right to automatically deduct any delinquent or outstanding balances without notification. |
| Class Escorts |
| Students Great Beginnings-4th grade are escorted to their CEA class/lesson by CEA staff. Students of this age range who stay on campus after their class will be escorted to their next destination. |
| Cancellations/Rescheduling Private Lessons |
Fees will be refunded for any portion of a class that is cancelled by Wichita Collegiate School or the CEA at any time. If the class is NOT cancelled, a refund minus an administration fee will be given only if the request is made within the first two weeks of the start of the class. The administration fee will be either $25 or 5% of the class fee, whichever is greater. Parents are expected to pay for private lesson cancellations made less than 24 hours before scheduled unless there is an emergency. When the teacher cancels or the weather dictates an absence and a make-up lesson is not rescheduled, you will receive a reimbursement for the amount of the lesson. To reschedule a private lesson please observe these procedures: (1) A lesson will be rescheduled only if the CEA teacher is notified at least 24 hours prior to the absence. (2) A lesson will be rescheduled at a time that is mutually convenient for the CEA teacher, parents, and student, and when facilities are available. The 24-hour policy may be waived if the cancellation is due to an emergency or sudden illness or at the teacher's discretion. |
| Cea Dismissal |
| Students grades Great Beginnings -4 will be dismissed by CEA staff from the Early Childhood front porch. |
| Communication |
| The Director is always available to discuss concerns or answer questions. Please discuss any problem with the CEA teacher first, if appropriate. You will find the teachers’ contact information by clicking the “Teachers” tab on the CEA website. If you are not satisfied, do not hesitate to contact the Director: cea@wcsks.com, 316.771.2285. |
Racks containing brochures about individual classes are mounted in the Lower School and Early Childhood buildings. A Message Board is located in the Early Childhood Building. Daily schedules as well as cancellations, class location changes, class start, and end dates, and other information will be posted throughout the year, and sent by phone or email when appropriate.
Ready to Find Your Place?
Wichita Collegiate School is more than a school; it's a home base for curious minds, kind hearts, and driven young people who want to make their mark. We invite you to visit, ask questions, and experience firsthand why Collegiate families choose to invest in their children’s futures here. Schedule a visit. Start the conversation. Find your place at Collegiate.