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Hello, February!
Here are the important days to keep on your radar this month! From school board meetings to days off, we’ve got you covered.
Stay tuned, stay organized, and let’s make it a great month!
#MonthlyReminder #StayConnected
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It’s back! ❤️ After so many heartwarming submissions last year, we are thrilled to bring back our CRCSD Love Stories series for February 2026!
Last year, you blew us away with stories of life-changing teachers, high school sweethearts who are now CRCSD parents, and lifelong friendships born in our classrooms. We loved them so much, we want to do it all over again. 🎒✨
Do you have a CRCSD Love Story to tell? Whether it’s a shout-out to a staff member who made a difference or a favorite memory from your own school days, we want to hear it!
📥 How to submit: Fill out the linked survey.
forms.gle/5QJyo7GRRfDpVczo6
We’ll be featuring your stories all throughout the month of February!
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The countdown to the 2026-2027 school year officially begins! 🎒
Whether your little one is starting Preschool or you’re new to the district, we can’t wait to welcome you to the CRCSD family.
🗓️ Mark Your Calendar: Thursday, February 5th
How to Register:
💻 Online: Starts February 5th at 6:00 AM via our district website. Perfect for the early birds!
🤝 In-Person: Visit the Truman Early Learning Center on Friday, February 6th (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM). We’ll have translators on hand to help make the process smooth for everyone.
✨ Thinking about a Magnet School? If you’re looking for a tailored educational experience, our Magnet Schools are a great option!
Live in the zone? You’re auto-enrolled!
Outside the zone (but in CRCSD)? Make sure to enter the Magnet Lottery.
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The countdown to the 2026-2027 school year officially begins! 🎒 Whether your little one is starting Preschool or you’re new to the district, we can’t wait to welcome you to the CRCSD family.
🗓️ Mark Your Calendar: Thursday, February 5th
How to Register:
💻 Online: Starts Thursday, February 5th, at 6:00 AM via our district website. Perfect for the early birds!
🤝 In-Person: Visit the Truman Early Learning Center on Friday, February 6th (8:00 AM – 4:00 PM). We’ll have translators on hand to help make the process smooth for everyone.
✨ Thinking about a Magnet School? If you’re looking for a tailored educational experience, our Magnet Schools are a great option!
Live in the zone? You’re auto-enrolled!
Outside the zone (but in CRCSD)? Make sure to enter the Magnet Lottery.
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We are grateful for the care, questions, and engagement our families and staff are bringing to this work. Your voices are helping shape the path forward, and we remain committed to moving through this process with transparency, collaboration, and respect for our community.
These new ideas were not made by just a few people. A group of more than 100 parents, community members, and staff worked together to build them. They looked at each plan to make sure it was a "viable" (strong) choice that would help students succeed.
The goal is to make sure every student has the same great tools and teachers, no matter which school they attend.
The Three Options
The community group suggested three paths to the board on Monday. All three do include school closures while focusing on giving students a better experience from preschool through high school. You can learn more about each proposed model here: crschools.us/about/strategic-plan/strategic-plan-planning-the-future/
– Intermediate Model: Students go to school for grades PK-4, 5–6, 7–8, & 9-12.
– 5-8 Middle School Model: Students go to school for grades PK-4, 5-8, & 9-12
– 2 High School Model: This moves the district to two main high schools with building split by the following grades PK–4, 5–6, 7–9.
Once you’ve learned more about each model, we would love your feedback on each. We are collecting emails to ensure every voice is heard equally. Please take our community survey, the survey closes Feb 3rd at 9 AM.
Survey: forms.gle/PG7aTnaf3YiawQ9T8
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Warm hearts, warm hands! ❄️❤️
A huge shout-out to Salem United Methodist Cedar Rapids for their incredible donation of winter essentials. From colorful scarves to cozy gloves and hats, these items are already making a world of difference for our CRCSD students during these chilly Iowa months.
We are so grateful for your continued support and for being such a vital part of our school community. Together, we’re making sure every student stays warm and ready to learn!
#CRCSD #CommunitySupport #CedarRapids #WarmHearts #ThankYou
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Move over, Hollywood—the Band of Blue is taking over! 🎬✨
Did you catch Mr. Nicholson, Nathan Booth, and Lena Taylor on Everyday Iowa this morning? They did an amazing job promoting tonight’s big show! If you missed the live broadcast, head over to KCRG’s website, find the "Everyday Iowa" section, and fast-forward to the 10:00 mark to see our stars in action. 📺
But the real magic happens TONIGHT! Grab the family and join us for "A Night at the Movies."
The Script for Tonight: 📅 When: Tuesday, Jan 27 @ 5:30 PM 📍 Where: JHS Auditorium 🍿 Tickets & Snacks: www.bandofblue.ludus.com
(or get them at the door!)
The Box Office: 🎟️ Age 12 & Under: FREE! 🎟️ Age 13+: Only $5
Let’s give our musicians a blockbuster crowd! See you there! 🎶💙
#BandOfBlue #EverydayIowa #SupportTheArts #CedarRapids #NightAtTheMovies
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Our School Board Director, Ashley Burns, and some community coalition members are here to provide a quick summary of everything the board discussed during last night’s board special work session and the three proposed building consolidation plans.
Tap the video to hear what was discussed and the key decisions impacting our students and schools!
Link to the full board meeting: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEreKuzuLe8
For more information on strategic budget planning, please check out our Planning for the Future webpage. We continually update it as new information and data become available. crschools.us/…/strategic-plan-planning-the-future/
#schoolboard #EducationMatters #CommunityUpdates #WeAreCRCSD
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We want to give a huge shoutout to Mary Cruise! Mary is known at Metro for creating an atmosphere that is deeply respectful and encouraging for everyone—students, parents, and staff alike.
This week, Mary launched the very first "Coffee and Conversations" event! This monthly gathering brings our community together before school to connect, share, and start the day on a high note. It was a beautiful success and a true reflection of Mary’s dedication to making everyone feel welcome.
Mary, thank you for your vision and for making Metro a place where conversation and community thrive! 💙🌟
If you would like to recognize someone, you can do that here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBBCTquLsBB5dSvDKtNpCS9JGPPL1JsLGODqrTcAaWNpoHrQ/viewform
#MetroHigh #CoffeeAndConversations #BuildingCommunity #StaffSpotlight
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As we continue our National Thank You Month series, we want to take a moment to speak directly to our community. 🏠❤️
Leadership often involves making difficult choices, but those choices are never made in a vacuum. We are deeply grateful for your time, your feedback, and your patience as we navigate our current budget consolidation plan.
Thank you for being in the room with us—for the tough conversations, the honest questions, and the shared commitment to our students’ futures. While the path isn’t always easy, your partnership ensures we stay focused on what matters most: our kids.
We are stronger because you are with us. Thank you for your resilience and your heart for CRCSD. 🤝
#NationalThankYouMonth #CommunityPartnership #districtupdates #crschools
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Monday’s Special Board Meeting 🗓️
Join us tomorrow, Monday, Jan. 26, at 5:30 PM at the ELSC for a Special Board Meeting.
What to expect tomorrow:
The Focus: The board hear an update from the Community Coalition and ELT members, followed by an opportunity to discuss consolidation, grade level bands, and educational programming.
Public Comment: There will be public comment at the beginning of the meeting, prior to the board starting the work session discussion.
📺 Watch the Livestream: www.youtube.com/@EngageCRschools/streams
🔗 View the Agenda: simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/SB_MeetingListing.aspx?S=36031509
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