Articles Tagged: College Community School District

The program aims to put juniors and seniors on a path to earn a Federal Aviation Administration mechanic certification.

Prairie Hill Elementary in the College Community district in Cedar Rapids saw a steep drop in chronic absenteeism after focusing on relationships. This year it was named a Blue Ribbon School.

The College Community elementary school is 1 of 4 to earn the recognition in the former federal program now operated by the state.

The College Community School District is the latest Iowa school to contract with ZeroEyes, a security service that uses AI technology to detect weapons.

After the arrest of former Des Moines schools superintendent Ian Roberts over questions about his immigration and work authorization status, Gov. Kim Reynolds ordered all state agencies to use federal verification systems to confirm employment and licensing eligibility. The move has reignited debate over whether Iowa should mandate E-Verify statewide — and how reliable the system really is.

Thursday was the deadline to be on the Nov. 4 ballot

Iowa schools — particularly those in districts with fewer than 1,000 students — are the “lifeblood” of their communities. But student numbers are declining, and data shows that trend will only intensify in the coming years. Many school leaders are turning to modern facilities, career education and innovation to attract and retain students.

With two data center projects under construction in Cedar Rapids, educators in the College Community School District this week learned how artificial intelligence could shape the future workforce — their students.

College Community School District is launching a program with the upcoming school year that educators hope will immerse kids in learning through play. CCSD says it is among the first school districts in Iowa to implement the learning model.

The official filing period for school board elections opens Aug. 25 and runs through Sept. 18. Candidates should file the necessary paperwork with their county auditor’s office.

Also in this week’s Government Notes, the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance is seeking “community champions” to connect with potential residents as part of its Collaborative Growth Initiative.

A sidewalk party after Prairie High School’s commencement ceremony caught the attention of The Gazette’s visuals editor.

A 28E Agreement signed last year details shared use of the facility expected to open next spring

Also, the Marion City Council is considering listing 988, the mental health crisis line, on some city vehicles to increase awareness

School bus drivers needed in Eastern Iowa, but shortage now less dire