π Itβs graduation season β a time to celebrate how far our students have come and the incredible journeys still ahead. But theyβre not the only ones whoβve grown and achieved big things!
Take a look at this senior year throwback of one of our amazing principals. From their own high school days to now leading a school community, theyβve come a long way, and their impact keeps growing. π
Can you guess who it is? Drop your guesses below! π
#GuessThePrincipal #SeniorThrowback #GraduationSeason #FromThenToNow #SchoolLeaders #TBT
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πβ¨ Letβs take a moment to reflect!
As we wrap up the 2024β2025 school year, we want to hear from YOU:
My favorite memory from this school year isβ¦
β¬οΈ Drop your answer in the comments and help us celebrate the moments that made this year so special!
#CRCSDMemories #FinishTheSentence #CRSchools #EndOfYearReflections #CRCSDFamily
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Harrison held their Leader in Me event today. Students showcased the projects they had been working on, the history of their building, and how it will be showcased in their building’s renovations and addition.
If you would like to see the historic aspects of Harrison before renovations start, be sure to stop by their open house tomorrow from 1 to 4 pm!
#LeaderInMe #harrisonthroughtheyears #WeAreCRCSD
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π’ 2025 Bond Plan = Big Impact, Low Cost π‘
Weβre building a stronger future for our studentsβand doing it responsibly.
Hereβs what to know:
π²Cost to taxpayers: just $0.25/day (based on a $200K home)
π CRCSD tax rate remains the lowest in Cedar Rapids Metroβeven with the bond
π° Estimated savings: $6.48M annually | $140.8M over 20 years
π $23M return on investment over the bondβs life
π¬ Learn more about how this plan supports safe, modern, and efficient schools for every student.
#CRCSD #BondProposal #InvestInEducation #CRSchoolsFuture #LinnCountySchools
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ππ End-of-Year BINGO! ππ
As we wrap up another amazing school year, how many of these fun moments have YOU checked off?
From signing yearbooks to turning in devices, itβs the little things that make this time of year special.
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Got BINGO? Share your wins in the comments or tag us with your favorite end-of-year memory!
#CRCSD #EndOfYearBingo #CRSchools #CRCSDFun #SchoolYearWrapUp #AlmostSummer
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π Itβs graduation season β a time to celebrate how far our students have come and the incredible journeys still ahead. But theyβre not the only ones whoβve grown and achieved big things!
Take a look at this senior year throwback of one of our amazing principals. From their own high school days to now leading a school community β theyβve come a long way, and their impact keeps growing. π
Can you guess who it is? Drop your guesses below! π
Take a look at this senior year throwback of one of our amazing principals. From their own high school days to now leading a school community, theyβve come a long way, and their impact keeps growing. π
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π’ BIG NEWS: At last nightβs meeting, the CRCSD Board of Education approved placing a bond referendum on the November 4, 2025 ballot!
We heard you, and we listened. After community and staff feedback, weβve cut the original proposal nearly in half to focus on what matters most:
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Safer schools with secure entrances and emergency-ready features
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Major upgrades at McKinley, Wilson, Roosevelt & Kennedy
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ADA improvements to support accessibility for all
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Smart reinvestments in learning spaces for today and tomorrow
π° All for just $7.47/month for the average homeowner, while still keeping one of the lowest school tax rates in Linn County.
Letβs build the future of learning, together. π«π¬
#CRCSDFutureReady #Bond2025 #SafeSchools #WeAreCRCSD #OurKidsOurFuture
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While there is no school today, it’s an essential step for rising 6th graders. This evening, these 5th-grade students, who will be 6th-grade students next year at CR Schools, will choose whether to participate in Band, Choir, or Orchestra during their middle school years. Whether you want to play the saxophone, the oboe, or the cello, or use your voice to sing, middle school music choose sign-ups occur this evening, except for Harding, which takes place tomorrow evening.
Franklin – 6:30 p.m.
Harding – Tuesday 5/13 – 6:30 p.m.
Roosevelt Creative Corridor Business Academy – 6:00 p.m.
McKinley STEAM Academy – 6:30 p.m.
Taft – 6:30 p.m.
Wilson – 6:30 p.m.
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πβ¨ Grad Throwback Month is here! β¨π
From finger paints to final examsβour Class of 2025 has come a long way! π
Weβre celebrating our seniors by looking back at where it all began.
Got a kindergarten-to-senior glow-up? Share it with us using #CRCSDGradThrowback and tag your school! πΈπ
#Classof2025 #SeniorSpotlight #CRCSDProud #GradThrowback #ThenAndNow #CRSchools
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π Happy Motherβs Day to the incredible moms of CRCSD! π
Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, teacher, or staff memberβyou nurture, guide, and support our students in countless ways every single day.
Today, we celebrate your love, strength, and the lasting impact you make in our schools and beyond. π
#MothersDay #CRCSDFamilies #ThankYouMoms #MomsOfCRCSD #CRSchoolsCares
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π Today we celebrated the incredible CRCSD staff members retiring this year at our annual Retirement Luncheon! ππ
Thank you for your years of dedication, passion, and service to our students, families, and schools. Your impact will be felt for generations to come. π
Help us honor these amazing individuals by viewing the full list of 2025 retirees here: crschools.us/staff/staff-retirements/
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ERSKINE ELEMENTARY 4th-grade superstar, Merritt Melchert, hit the jackpot in a student raffle and became ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL FOR A DAY! π On Monday, May 5th, she traded her backpack for a boss badge and took the school by storm! π
Her epic day included: π Leading ALL-SCHOOL BINGO (call those numbers, Merritt!) πββοΈ Ruling recess like a playground pro π Showering teachers with love and appreciation π£ Rocking the morning announcements πΌ Running a staff meeting (yep, sheβs a natural!) π And even handling a Level 3 staff disagreement (drama? No problem! π)
Check out the video to see Merrittβs wild ride as Assistant Principal! π¬ #FutureBoss #ErskineElementary #MerrittForPrincipal
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ππ Big congrats to Kennedy senior and Iowa BIG student Deirdre Duffy for receiving the Green CR Award at this yearβs EcoFest!
Deirdre led the charge on her teamβs βApril is Earth Monthβ campaign β a creative effort that encouraged sustainable habits through daily eco-friendly tips and partnered with 11 local organizations to offer discounts and green living info. π±β»οΈ
Way to lead change, Deirdre! π #GreenCR #EcoFest2025 #StudentLeaders #IowaBIG #WeAreCRCSD
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π©Ίπ Happy National School Nurses Day! ππ©Ί
Today we celebrate the incredible CRCSD school nurses who go above and beyond to care for our students every single day. From band-aids to big worries, your compassion, calm, and care make a difference.
Thank you for all you do to keep our schools healthy, safe, and supported! π
#SchoolNursesDay #ThankYouNurses #crcsdcares #healthheroes #crschools
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What a full circle moment for this water cycle story!
While learning about the water cycle, Ms. Hassβs class at Trailside Elementary noticed water runoff issues around their school. Concerned and eager to make a difference, the students wrote letters to CRCSD Director of Operations, Chad Schumacher, sharing their observations and thoughtful solutions.
Chad read every letter and was so impressed by their initiative that he visited the class this morning to talk more about the issue. He explained the water runoff solutions put in place during Trailsideβs construction and answered their questions, turning their classroom lesson into real-world impact.
#WeAreCRCSD #StudentVoice #HandsOnLearning #RealWorldLearning #STEMEducation #WaterCycle
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π¬ Why do you teach?
During Teacher Appreciation Week, weβre reflecting on the passion, purpose, and impact behind every educatorβs journey.
Whether itβs seeing that βaha!β moment, building lifelong relationships, or helping students grow in confidenceβevery teacher has a βwhy.β πβοΈ
Teachers: Share your βwhyβ in the comments or tag us in your story using
#WhyITeach and #CRCSDProud!
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WhatIsYourWhy #ThankYouTeachers #CRSchoolsCares
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πβ¨ Thank a Teacher Tuesday! β¨π
Itβs Teacher Appreciation Week, and today weβre giving a special shoutout to the amazing educators who inspire, guide, and uplift our students every single day. ππ
Take a moment to tag a teacher whoβs made a difference in your life or your childβsβand let them know how appreciated they are!
#gratitudeinaction
#ThankATeacher #TeacherAppreciationWeek #CRCSDProud #CRSchoolsCares #GratitudeInAction
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π§ π May is Mental Health Awareness Month ππ§
Remember: Itβs always okay to ask for help. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just need someone to talk toβyou are not alone.
Students at CRCSD have access to free mental health services through Hazel Health, available right at school or from home.
Learn more or get started here: crschools.us/students-and-families/student-services/hazel-health-overview/
#MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone #CRCSD #HazelHealth #CRSchoolsCares
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May is Iowa School Board Recognition Month! π
Weβre proud to recognize and thank our Cedar Rapids Community School District Board of Education members for their leadership, dedication, and commitment to student success. Your service shapes the future of our schools and empowers every learner. Thank you for all you do! ππ #SchoolBoardRecognitionMonth #ThankYouSchoolBoard #WeAreCRCSD
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