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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 May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Grant Wood AEA buys virtual welding simulators, partners with area businesses to get Eastern Iowa students in apprenticeships
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Alyssa Baugh didn’t know if she would earn her diploma before making the decision to return to school last year.
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Jacob Sires a ‘no brainer’ for the solo and will be missed after he graduates, the choir director says
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
At Prairie, Tokpa has been heavily involved in show choir, color guard, speech, student council and athletics, including volleyball, basketball, track and cheer.
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
The Washington High School student and Sudanese immigrant is headed to medical school this fall.
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Nakiza Nyankundwa to walk across graduation stage after losing her leg to a drunken driver.
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Max Stancel-Hess ready for his next move toward independence after graduation.
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Kennedy High School graduate ‘can be a Day One player’ at Wartburg College this fall, coaches say.
K-12 Education May. 21, 2023 5:00 am20d ago
Chrishelle Lawson wants to help families put missing, murdered loved ones to rest
K-12 Education May. 18, 2023 6:02 pm22d ago
The school district announced Thursday that the last day of school has been moved from Monday, June 5, to Friday, June 2.
K-12 Education May. 18, 2023 3:49 pm22d ago
The book was temporarily removed after two bomb threats -- determined not credible -- were called into Northwest Junior High School
K-12 Education May. 18, 2023 12:02 pm22d ago
Russell Hotchkiss was banned from meetings until further notice in January 2022 for being ‘disruptive and threatening’
Kids Articles May. 17, 2023 9:49 am23d ago
The nationwide initiative promotes active transportation and advocates for safer, healthier and more sustainable communities
K-12 Education May. 12, 2023 10:23 am28d ago
The middle school team took third place in 3D archery and fifth in bullseye archery, with many individuals also placing
K-12 Education May. 10, 2023 11:20 am30d ago
Tejas Gururaja is a three-year All-State musician, lead in his high school production of ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame,’ and was the featured soloist this year in show choir