About The Pando Initiative

Pando connects with students to help them engage and thrive in education and their future. We strive to ensure every student in our community graduates, ready for their next stage.

94%

of Pando students graduate high school

76%

of Pando students maintain strong attendance

94%

of Pando K-3 students receive literacy support

95%

of NextGen students believe Pando has made a positive impact on their school experience

98%

of PandoKids say that Pando helps them feel safe in school

How We Help

The Pando Initiative has been successfully connecting with students in area schools since 1990. Our programs focuses on connecting with students in the school to give them to tools they need to succeed.  We position a dedicated staff member inside partner schools in Wichita, Derby, Haysville, and Maize public schools.

Our goal is to help remove obstacles that keep students from reaching their goals and being successful. We have dedicated team members in each of our schools to help address both academic and non-academic impediments that prevent students’ learning. We measure success by improving attendance, behavior, and academic performance.

Pando Supports Students Through Three Programs

Our Vision

A future led by the next generation; empowered through connections, inspired to lead, and equipped to thrive.

Our Mission

The Pando Initiative builds strong and supportive connections with students, families, and communities that promote success in school, at home, and in life.

Pando Schools

PandoKids

Reality U

Who We Are

There are many amazing people who make our mission possible. Meet the leaders and staff who work tirelessly to connect our students to the resources they need to thrive.

Pando News & Events

Cooking for a Cause

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Pando welcomes new Executive Director, Nichole “Niki” Childer

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Getting Sorted for Prom Season

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Help Our Children Succeed

Gifts to Pando support the 2,300 students on our caseload and the 50,000 Kansas students we serve annually through our PandoKids™, NextGen and RealityU™ programs.