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Cedar Rapids Community School District is the second largest school district in Iowa with more than 16,000 students & a vision of Every Learner: Future Ready.

Cedar Rapids, IA
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The Cedar Rapids Community School District (CRCSD) opposes HF2416 that prevents trans athletes from participating in high school sports. Read more:
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Meet Willie Guy, he loves his job at McKinley see how he brings that passion to connect with students on a daily basis. #OurStoriesCRCSD @CRMcKinleyMS
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We are pleased to announce that Superintendent Noreen Bush is the national recipient of the Superintendent Award from AASA, The School Superintendents Association! Read more:
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We are pleased to announce that Superintendent Noreen Bush is a finalist for The School Superintendents Association's 2021 Women in School Leadership Awards! Read more: #WeAreCRCSD
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Cy the Cardinal from ISU stopped by Erskine this morning. The mascot came to see Alex Theriault, a 4th-grader in Mrs. Lynott’s classroom. A few weeks earlier Alex was teased for being a Cyclone fan and his teacher wanted to make it up to him. #WeAreCRCSD @IowaStateU #PowerOfWE
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Congratulations to @CRKennedyHigh 's Aaron Stecker for being recognized as a Certified Master Athletic Administrator by The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators #WeAreCRCSD #DifferenceMakers
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Kennedy High School’s, Happiness, INC. is the oldest show choir west of the Mississippi. The program started in 1967 when the high school opened and the highly regarded vocal ensemble is not only a tradition but is also making students #FutureReady . #OurStoriesCRCSD #Kennedy
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Congratulations to Darius Ballard for being named Interim-Principal of Washington High School. #WeAreCRCSD
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Superintendent Noreen Bush has been named the 2021-22 Iowa Superintendent of the Year by the School Administrators of Iowa. Please follow the link for more details on this honor- #WeAreCRCSD
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Here is a time-lapse look at Kennedy's Fall Pep Assembly. #WeAreCRCSD @CRKennedyHigh @CRCougars
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We wanted to give a shoutout to all the hard working Custodial and Maintenance crews that continue to keep our buildings clean and safe. Thank You! #WeAreCRCSD
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Classes are CANCELLED tomorrow, January 2nd, 2018, because of weather conditions. Thank you.
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Congratulations to Darius Ballard for being named Principal of @CRWashingtonHS . For more information please follow the link- #WeAreCRCSD
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Congratulations to Jefferson's John O'Connor for receiving the United Soccer Coaches - H.S. Coach of Significance Award. #WeAreCRCSD
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Grant Schultz has been named Activities Director at Washington High School, pending BOE approval.
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CRCSD Board of Directors offers current Interim Superintendent Noreen Bush the position of Superintendent beginning 2020-21 -- and makes history. #WeAreCRCSD
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Larry Williams is an Engagement Specialist at Kennedy High School. Larry’s job is to help facilitate senior’s attendance and academics. “I love the interaction with students and faculty members…and I find the job very rewarding.” #OurStoriesCRCSD #Kennedy @CRKennedyHigh
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Classes have been cancelled for Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2015, because of the weather conditions. District offices will also be closed.
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Congratulations to Queen Grace Morningstar and King Connor Wooff - 2016 Jefferson HS Homecoming Royalty. Go J-Hawks!
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Wow! CR Washington HS has been chosen by Disney to pilot "Newsies" before it is widely released! WHS plans to produce the musical in Nov.
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WHS's "Legally Blonde" been named Outstanding Musical Production and Ensemble by IA HS Musical Theatre Awards Org!
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Congratulations to @CRJeffersonHigh Chris Deam for being recognized as a Certified Master Athletic Administrator (CMAA) by The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association (NIAAA). Chris is the J-Hawk's Activities Director/Associate Principal. #WeAreCRCSD
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Marlys Dengler has been a friendly face at Kennedy High School for the past 10 years. As Attendance Secretary she checks students in and out of the building and welcomes people to the school. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Kennedy
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Applause and three cheers for the brigade of fabulous volunteers that helped sandbag at Taylor. We encircled the school in about 2 hours!
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The football home-opener of @CRKennedyHigh vs. @CRJeffersonHigh will have a little different feel thanks to a two-million-dollar stadium upgrade. The changes will continue to keep the venue a safe and competitive facility for years to come. #WeAreCRCSD
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Congratulations! Candace Lynch, principal of Johnson STEAM Academy in Cedar Rapids, has been named the 2019 Iowa Elementary Principal of the Year by the School Administrators of Iowa. #WeAreCRCSD
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As CRCSD grieves the loss of our beloved Noreen Bush, we send support and care to the Bush family and all of Noreen’s friends and colleagues. Please see the loving Noreen Bush tribute, along with the service information.
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Yea! Kennedy moves on to the 4A football championship game after defeating Bettendorf 31-14. The Cougars are 13-0!
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All Classes are canceled for Tuesday, February 12, 2019, because of weather conditions.
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A message from Superintendent Bush to our CRCSD families. #WeAreCRCSD
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Thank you, Mt. Vernon middle school students for helping move furniture and supplies off the 1st floor of Taylor Elementary School.
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Because of the flood emergency, classes will be cancelled and all District schools and offices will be closed M-W, Sept. 26-28.
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Friday morning @CRKennedyHigh celebrated their seniors. The class of 2020 stopped by to pick up caps and gowns, a yard sign, and have their picture taken. #WeAreCRCSD #FutureReady #CRStrong
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Classes in the CR Community School District have been canceled for today - Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016 - because of the weather conditions.
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Classes will be delayed by two hours for Wednesday, February 13, 2019, because of weather conditions there will be No AM preschool.
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WHS interim Principal Carlos Grant modeled KHS Cougar fashions this morning after KHS donated the most winter coats.
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This Taft Teacher shares the impact of when students get a concept! #OurStoriesCRCSD #Taft
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Due to severe weather classes are cancelled Friday, February 9th, 2018. #WeAreCRCSD
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George Anderson is accepting the 2020 Teacher of the Year. @CRKennedyHigh
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Dublin is a 3-year-old therapy dog that helps students and faculty relax at Jefferson. The Goldendoodle has been on the job for 3 months.
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H.S. life is trying. This W.H.S. Senior shares her reflections and help of her school counselor in shaping her identity. #OurStoriesCRCSD
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A 2009 Washington graduate shares why it's an honor to teach at his alma mater. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Washington @CRWashingtonHS
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BREAKING NEWS: Governor Reynolds has announced, minutes ago, an extension of the statewide school closure through April 30. Rest assured that CRCSD has been preparing for this possibility. Staff and families will receive a communication from CRCSD via email and phone this PM.
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This week, Dr. Buck stopped by Kennedy High School during an assembly which included a special opportunity to honor the life of Mr. Rick Nees, a teacher who was special to so many students at KHS. #WeAreCRCSD
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This week we are featuring Jefferson High School. Principal, Chuck McDonnell shares what it means to be a J-Hawk. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Jefferson
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Alert! Classes are canceled on Tuesday, January 29th and Wednesday, January 30th due to extreme cold. On January 30th all District offices are closed - Custodial and Maintenance crews work their regular shifts. #WeAreCRCSD
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Due to extreme weather there will be a 2-hour delay for Thursday, January 4th, 2018.
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Katie Jensen is spending part of her summer working with babies. The Kennedy senior is interning in Mercy's, Pediatric Inpatient Center. She is specifically working with nurses in the NIC (Neonatal Intensive Care) Unit. #FutureReady @CRKennedyHigh
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Classes will not be held and all District offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 2, 2015, because of the weather conditions.
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Kennedy High School's speech program is highly regarded in the state and students regularly finish in the top tier of competitions. The program's director shares some of the secrets to their success. #OurtStoriesCRCSD #Kennedy @CRKennedyHigh
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The Jefferson HS Class of 2017 will celebrate tonight with Commencement exercises at 7 p.m. at the U.S. Cellular Center. Congrats, J-Hawks!
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Classes are CANCELLED for Friday, Jan. 5. Because of weather conditions.
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Franklin Middle School 8th-grader, Cora Johansen handcrafted 804 individualized valentines for student lockers. #WeAreCRCSD
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J-Hawks will have a new gym floor waiting for them when they return later this month. Over the summer crews stripped off the old sealant, sanded the wood floor, painted, and then resealed it. The $25,000 project was paid for through PPEL. #FutureReady
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Janette and Aaron Stecker have been part of the Pierce and Kennedy community for nearly two decades. When the two settled in Cedar Rapids they made a point to be a part of their students’ lives from elementary school through high school. #OurStoriesCRCSD @CRPiercePanther
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We are proud to announce that Clint Stone, @HooverHawksCR principal, is the 2020 Iowa Impact Afterschool Conference Principal of the Year! Please join us in congratulating Clint on this well-deserved honor. #WeAreCRCSD
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We will have a TWO-HOUR DELAY of classes on FRIDAY, JAN. 9, 2015. No a.m. preschool or a.m. alternative kindergarten.
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Adam Witte – Meet this teacher who loves working with young minds! #OurStoriesCRCSD #Washington
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Proud to share that Aaron Stecker - KHS Activities Director - has been named the 2017 NE District High School Athletic Director of the Year!
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Alert! Classes are cancelled for Thursday, January 31, 2019 due to severe weather. District offices and schools will be open. #WeAreCRCSD
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An unusual event happened at Kingston this afternoon. Stadium crews cannot remember ever having to clear snow off the field before a football game. The early snowfall will not slow @CRKennedyHigh Cougars as they host the Fort Dodge Dodgers in the 1st Round of Playoffs.
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The KHS and WHS leaders sported one another's spirit clothes to celebrate the success of their joint service project
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Congratulations to Luke Johnson, senior at Washington High School, on earning the highest possible ACT score of 36! http://t.co/sIcIYtZPWC
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During the month of December, we have been highlighting each of the three high school associate principals in charge of activities. Meet Chris Deam: @CRJeffersonHigh Activities Director. #WeAreCRCSD
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A Kennedy HS student addressed the Board of Ed tonight to suggest that a student position be added to the Board.
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Good luck to KHS Happiness and WHS Momentum as both perform today in finals at the Natl. Show Choir contest.
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Lulu Ulrich is taking middle school football by storm as Taft Middle School's quarterback, linebacker & kicker. However, to her teammates, she's just another player who happens to be a girl. "You get to play as a family," says Lulu, about her favorite thing about football.
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Zach Johnson along with his wife Kim toured several of the schools Monday morning that offer @KidsonCourseCR KOC) programming. The professional golfer stopped by Hoover Elementary, met with first-graders and chatted about what they liked about school and learning. #WeAreCRCSD
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And the 2020 Iowa Teacher of the Year is… George Anderson from @CRKennedyHigh ! Congrats and well-deserved! @IAGovernor @RyanMWise @CRSchools @NoreenCBush #IATOY #NTOY #IAEdChat
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Alert! Classes are cancelled and all District offices are closed today, January 22., due to hazardous weather. Custodial and Maintenance crews are still expected to report for their regular shifts. #WeAreCRCSD .
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Say hello to Kennedy's Football Coach, Brian White! Brian is in his 28th year of coaching, and his 9th year as head coach. He played football in high school for Linn-Mar, then in college at Coe. Brian also teaches US History and is the Assistant Athletic Director at Kennedy.
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Gary Hatfield discusses how the staff at Taft are working to push all students forward and help them succeed! #OurStoriesCRCSD #Taft
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The JHS Academic Decathlon team placed THIRD at the NATIONAL COMPETITION, held in Anchorage, Alaska on April 30!
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Thank you for giving back. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Taft
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The 2016-17 calendar has been approved. It includes weekly Friday early dismissals.
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Congratulations to Washington High School Homecoming King and Queen Kenny Plume and Maya Altemeier. Go Warriors! http://t.co/8XJvylJvQ0
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The Washington Class of 2017 will celebrate tonight with Commencement exercises at 7 p.m. at the U.S. Cellular Center. Congrats, Warriors!
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Kudos to Jefferson High School Homecoming King and Queen - Manny Olutunde and Anna Petersen! http://t.co/nFkzPpbhbB
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*JOY*HOPE*PEACE* Hope you have a safe, peaceful, and joyful Winter Break! Happy Holidays! Noreen #WeAreCRCSD
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Coolidge's Music Specialist shares the story of her lifelong relationship with the school. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Coolidge
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We are excited to announce that CRCSD Superintendent, Noreen Bush, has been recognized by The Gazette's HER as an Outstanding Community Leadership Award Recipient, which is a top honor! For more information-
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Please welcome Jefferson's new football coach, Edmond Miles! He began coaching Jefferson football this year, and is excited for the opportunity to take a program, lead it, and build it from the ground up. Edmond was previously a Hawkeye Football Player, from 2002- 2006.
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Kennedy's Best Buddies club is a support group for students who work together with special needs students. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Kennedy
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The Kennedy HS Class of 2017 will celebrate tonight with Commencement exercises at 7 p.m. at the U.S. Cellular Center. Congrats, Cougars!
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There will be no school on Thursday and Friday, Sept. 29 and 30. Classes resume on Monday, Oct. 3. Busses will run on Monday.
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Alert! Classes are cancelled today, January 23, because of weather conditions. #WEAreCRCSD
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Franklin Middle School 8th-grader, Cora Johansen (Pictured holding a valentine) handcrafted 804 individualized valentines for student lockers. Her friends helped put them on each locker along with a treat. #WeAreCRCSD
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Kudos to KHS teacher Heather Zwanziger, on being chosen to participate in the Library of Congress Teacher Institute!
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Alert! Classes will be delayed 2-hours Monday, March 4th because of forecasted weather conditions. No AM preschool.
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Great news! Jeff Schneekloth, Assoc. Principal at Taft MS, has been named '16-'17 IA Assist. Principal of the Year!
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BREAKING NEWS! Governor Kim Reynolds has extended the closure of schools through the end of the 2019-2020 school year. Please stand by for more information later today. #WeAreCRCSD #FutureReady #CRStrong
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Harding Middle School has developed an Adaptive Physical Education program for students with a variety of different needs and abilities. The program is designed to overcome obstacles and create life-long habits of physical activity. #OurStoriesCRCSD #Harding
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During the month of December, we will highlight each of the three high school associate principals in charge of activities. Enjoy! Meet Aaron Stecker, @CRKennedyHigh Activities Director. #WeAreCRCSD
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After a 20 year hiatus, McKinley has a student marching band. The W H. S. Homecoming Parade will be their premier.
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Michael Hawley is anxious to have students in the building and start the new school years as principal of @CRJeffersonHigh . Mr. Hawley comes to us from the East Moline S.D. where he was principal of a middle school with almost 1200 students. Welcome, Principal Hawley! #WeAreCRCSD
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