Established in 1958, Whittier Elementary School offers educational opportunities to students in kindergarten through grade five. The school s academic curricula include reading, writing, science, music, art and physical education. Its staff includes a custodian, counselor, instructional assistants and full-time teachers. Whittier Elementary School offers the English as a Second Language program. Its parent-teacher organization conducts monthly conferences and organizes various fundraising activities. The school also offers a variety of before- and after-school programs. It is a part of the Kansas City Missouri School District, which operates several elementary, middle and high schools. Whittier Elementary School is located in Kansas City, Mo.