Wichita Public Schools - USD259
Rachel Bell, CPM, APR, is an accomplished communications professional currently serving as the Chief Communication Officer for Wichita Public Schools - USD259 since December 2024. Prior to this role, Rachel Bell held several positions at the Kansas Turnpike Authority from August 2000 to December 2024, including Director of Business Services and Customer Relations, Marketing & Communications Director, and Communications Manager, where responsibilities included managing external and internal communications through various engagement tools. Rachel Bell's career began at The Blade Empire from August 1994 to July 2000 as a Communications Specialist, contributing skills in article generation, interviewing, writing, ad design, photography, and page layout. Rachel Bell earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications from Fort Hays State University and attended Cloud County Community College.
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Wichita Public Schools - USD259
Wichita Public Schools is committed to preparing all students to achieve college, career and life readiness through an innovative and rigorous educational experience. We are the largest school district in Kansas, educating approximately 11 percent of all public school students in the state, and 52.6 percent of all school-aged children in Sedgwick County. The district's 2019-2020 enrollment is 49,851 students. Employment of more than 4,100 teachers, 3,442 classified and support staff, 226 school administrators and 51 central office administrators makes the Wichita Public Schools one of the metropolitan area's largest employers. To become part of this dynamic team, visit www.usd259.org, and click on "Careers."