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Building Hours
Building Opens: Monday, 8:15AM; Tuesday-Friday, 7:15AM
Start Time: Monday, 8:55AM; Tuesday-Friday, 7:55AM
End Time: 3:10PM
Early Release Time: 11:20AM
920 N. Rock Road
Derby, KS 67037
Main Office: (316) 788-8500
Fax: (316) 788-8593
Welcome, Panthers!
As we dive into the new school year, I'm filled with gratitude and excitement for what lies ahead. It’s an honor to support our incredible students, staff and community as we continue building on our momentum and striving for excellence together. - Gretchen Pontious, Principal
The Bell
An annual tradition for new students is to touch the bell to mark their entrance to Derby High School. Upon exiting the building for the final time prior to graduation, seniors ring the bell, symbolizing the completion of high school.
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NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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With the 2025-2026 Green/White Calendar, you can easily check whether it is a Green Day or White Day and other information.
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We’re excited to share that the Skyward Family Access upgrade is complete. This updated version of the platform brings a modernized interface, improved functionality and an enhanced overall experience for both families and students.
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The 2025-2026 school year calendar is available to view or download. Please note, each elementary school and Derby High School will begin their school day five minutes earlier this year.
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At Derby High School, sophomore Abbee Thompson is known as a determined student, a talented artist and a dedicated leader. But now, she carries a new title—Kansas Military Youth of the Year—an honor that celebrates her commitment to community service, academic excellence and leadership.
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The Derby Board of Education recently approved the Fire/EMT Career and Technical Education (CTE) Pathway, launching at Derby High School next school year.
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Class of 2025 graduation is on Sunday, May 18 at 6:30PM. This ceremony will be held at Koch Arena on the Wichita State University Campus.
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We are excited to announce that the Panther Watch volunteer program is expanding to the middle schools. We are looking for volunteers who are interested in supporting the learning environment at Derby Middle School, Derby North Middle School and Derby High School.
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An overview of Derby High School's dress code policy is available or the full policy can be found on the Student Handbooks page.
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Did you know you can report an absence online through Skyward Family Access instead of calling the attendance line?
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The Kansas School Safety Hotline, 1 (877) 626-8203, can be used to anonymously report any potential school violence. The Kansas School Safety Hotline is there for you 24 hours per day, 365 days per year.
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