K-12 Education

As K-12 instruction in computer science becomes a requirement, school districts are sending teachers to be endorsed to teach the skills.

Award recognizes six teachers whose passion motivates their students to develop a lifelong interest in science, technology, engineering and math fields.

Over 6,300 signatures are needed on petition that would enable the school district to put the $220 million bond referendum on the Nov. 7 ballot to fund a facility master plan.

The private school in Cedar Rapids, known for its approach to teaching reading and writing, is considering future expansion.

With a continued bus driver shortage, schools getting creative in filling vacancies,

The company behind Iowa’s massive education savings account program says it has placed a high value on convenience and user experience as it manages education expenses for thousands of Iowa private school students.

The swimming pool and wellness center would be owned by the district and operated by the YMCA in a partnership agreement.

New support system for area school counselors helps them more efficiently and effectively serve all students

Last month, the Mason City School District banned 19 books. “Friday Night Lights” is back on the shelves, in no small part because Bissinger expressed his anger about it

Creekside Forest School at Indian Creek Nature Center in Cedar Rapids starts its third year teaching kids

Enrollment study to help the school board, administration and public understand how to make the best decision for students at the classroom level.

Almost 6,400 signatures needed to put the bond — that would fund improvements to the districts middle and high schools — on the November ballot