Tonganoxie Junior High School

Shawnee Mission South, located in Overland Park, Kan., is a high school that serves students in grades nine through 12. It is one of the schools governed by the Shawnee Mission School District. The school has department of international and business studies, English language learners, fine arts, health services and industrial technology. Its curriculum also includes foreign languages, mathematics, physical and special education, science, social studies, and performing and language arts. Additionally, the school offers advanced-placement courses in mathematics, science and technology. Its sports activities include cross country, football, basketball, baseball, tennis, cheerleading, golf, soccer, gymnastics and swimming. The school supports several student activities, such as the Spanish Honor Society, Young Republican s Club, band, theater and student council.

Located in Kansas City, Mo., Center Middle School serves more than 500 students in grades six through eight The school conducts classes in social studies, art, math, technology and science. It offers communication arts programs for the development of writing skills. Center Middle School also operates music and physical education departments, as well as organizes academic programs to identify and serve gifted students. The school provides special education classes for children suffering from mental and behavioral disorders. In addition, it offers various recreational activities that focus on topics related to character education, organization skills and time management. Center Middle School hosts a variety of sports activities, including football, tennis, volleyball, wrestling, basketball, golf and swimming. The school is a part of the Center School District.