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Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52401
Grace King
My passion for journalism began as a freshman at Kennedy High School in Cedar Rapids writing for the student newspaper. I take the responsibility of K-12 education reporter for The Gazette seriously, knowing that my interactions with students may be the first time they’ve spoken with a journalist. I love visiting Eastern Iowa schools and asking students what they want to be when they grow up, what their favorite subject is in school and why. And I get to speak with educators about the innovative ways they’re teaching their students. When I’m not reporting, I’m making dinner with my husband, at the dog park with our Goldendoodle, Sage, or reading a library book. Get the latest news delivered right to your inbox.
Latest Articles by Grace King
K-12 Education Nov. 29, 2024 7:47 am336d ago
K-12 educators can get free school supplies from the Eastern Iowa nonprofit.
K-12 Education Nov. 27, 2024 7:26 am338d ago
From city planning to baking, here are a few of the jobs high school students are exploring in Cedar Rapids’ new project-based learning school.
K-12 Education Nov. 25, 2024 5:30 am340d ago
Students in a project-based learning program called Venture Academics researched, engaged community in naming Coopers Creek.
K-12 Education Nov. 22, 2024 12:29 pm343d ago
Current eighth graders will be the first in a new Cedar Rapids schools program launching next fall that aims to prepare students for the workforce, military or college
K-12 Education Nov. 29, 2024 9:04 am336d ago
Almost 60 students at Cedar River Academy — an elementary school in Cedar Rapids — will be reassigned to other district schools next month to address staffing shortages and “ensure a quality education for all students.”
K-12 Education Nov. 22, 2024 5:30 am343d ago
A safe place for kids is becoming increasingly important as state legislatures have introduced and implemented a record number of anti-LGBTQ policies, says center’s director Lori Ampey
K-12 Education Nov. 20, 2024 5:30 am345d ago
Grants are available to educators for professional development and support student participation in activities and prepare them for post-secondary success.
K-12 Education Nov. 20, 2024 9:13 am345d ago
More students using Education Savings Accounts to attend nonpublic schools, choosing charter school new to Cedar Rapids
K-12 Education Nov. 18, 2024 7:54 am347d ago
Welding, health care apprentices across the region helping meet workforce demand while learning and earning in apprenticeship model.
K-12 Education Nov. 13, 2024 10:12 am352d ago
Here’s how Cedar Rapids, Iowa City school districts compared with the state average on Iowa’s School Report Card.
K-12 Education Nov. 11, 2024 8:21 am354d ago
A strong regional partnership between Vinton-Shellsburg, Benton districts, Kirkwood Community College and businesses prepares students for their future
K-12 Education Nov. 11, 2024 7:43 am354d ago
Iowa launches second round of para apprenticeship grants for K-12 schools.
K-12 Education Nov. 8, 2024 7:30 am357d ago
Some Iowa educators are embracing artificial intelligence, using it as a tool so they can be more efficient in lesson planning and other tasks, and teaching their students how it works, ethical implications and when it’s appropriate to use.
K-12 Education Nov. 6, 2024 10:53 am359d ago
The nonprofit that prepares students for careers, teaches financial literacy expanding programming into many Eastern Iowa schools
K-12 Education Nov. 6, 2024 1:15 pm359d ago
Facility projects get green-light in Center Point-Urbana, Highland, Decorah and Monticello

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