Cedar Rapids Community School District

Please welcome Adam Cengiz to the CRCSD as the new Johnson STEAM Academy Principal! Adam began his education career as a computer and math teacher. After working in various school capacities, he was named in 2009 as the founding principal of the Michigan Math and Science Academy. He most recently returned to Iowa after serving as a K-8 principal in Phoenix, Arizona.

Adam is excited to meet with people, get to know the community, his students, the district, goals for the school and work with the staff to bring the school to new heights.

Fun fact: He loves soccer (both playing and watching), and will never turn down a soccer challenge! The next time you see him around, be sure to challenge him to a soccer shoot-out! … See MoreSee Less

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Do you know someone who is looking for a job? Send them to our hiring event! The CRCSD is hiring for a variety of positions, with benefits such as health insurance, IPERS retirement, and some even include flexible hours and summers off!
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Please welcome Abbie Parker to the CRCSD as the new Principal of Franklin Middle School! Abbie comes to the CRCSD from Linn-Mar High School, where she has been the Dean of Students for the past three years. Prior to her role at Linn-Mar, Abbie was a teacher leader and teacher in the Alburnett Community School District for four years. Abbie holds an undergraduate degree in Mathematics Education and a Master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Northern Iowa. “I have heard incredible things about the staff and community of Franklin, and I am looking forward to getting to know the students and staff, and getting into classrooms to see first-hand the great things that I have heard about.”

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Please welcome Monica Frey to the new Truman Early Learning Center! After 9 years at Grant, Monica will be moving from principal of Grant Elementary to principal of the new Truman Early Learning Center. She is excited to take on this new role, because it provides such a wonderful opportunity for families in our community. “To be able to have the strong start to school that we’ve been missing in the last couple of years. We know we need that strong foundation for kids to be prepared and ready for school. And to be able to be leading that charge is unbelievable.”

Fun fact: In her spare time, she enjoys running, golfing and spending time with family and friends at her family cabin on the Mississippi River. … See MoreSee Less

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Please welcome Mark Groteluschen to the CRCSD as the new principal of Metro High School! Mark joins us from South Tama, where he has been the high school principal for the last two years. Prior to that, Mark was an assistant principal for four years at Muscatine High School, and he also spent ten years teaching science at Metro High School before becoming an administrator.

Mark is excited to be back in the place where he grew up and was a teacher. He really enjoys the opportunity that students have to find their individual success at Metro, and to get to play a role in that.

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Do you know someone who is looking for a job? Send them to our hiring event! The CRCSD is hiring for a variety of positions, with benefits such as health insurance, IPERS retirement, and some even include flexible hours and summers off!

Tag someone who should attend our job fair and meet with our hiring team! … See MoreSee Less

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Don’t forget to complete your annual verification! Annual verification confirms your student’s enrollment, household contact information, transportation methods and more. Click the link below to be taken to your parent portal, and spend a few minutes confirming your information today!
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Please welcome Kimberly J. Carter to Kenwood Leadership Academy! Kimberly previously served as the Associate Principal of Instruction at Hanawalt Elementary School in Des Moines, and she will be joining the CRCSD as the new Principal for Kenwood Leadership Academy for the upcoming school year. She is an Illinois native, but has lived in Iowa for 4 years. She has previously worked with elementary, at-risk, and as an ELL Teacher in diverse settings.

Kimberly is looking forward to being in a position to inspire her staff and advocate for her students, while providing an environment that welcomes parents to be participants, and continuing to push the district goals towards equity. She knows that KLA is a pride in the community, and is excited for this great experience!

Fun fact: Kimberly enjoys karaoke, has a bearded dragon, and a dog named D’Ogee! … See MoreSee Less

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You may recognize the new Director of Operations, Jon Galbraith! Jon has been the CRCSD Buildings and Grounds Manager for four years, and with the CRCSD for seven years. His role will oversee Buildings and Grounds, Custodial and Maintenance, Transportation, Safety, and the Facilities Master Plan work.

Fun fact about Jon: He really enjoys visiting Colorado in the winter to go skiing. Wave to Jon if you run into him at the ELSC! … See MoreSee Less

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Meet the new Executive Director of Business Services and Board Treasurer, Karla Hogan! Karla has a background in accounting and payroll services that also includes School Business Official (SBO) experience at Central City, Monticello and Solon school districts. She has been the CRCSD Payroll Supervisor for the past five years.

In her new role on the CRCSD Board, she is excited to see the district move forward with the building of the new elementary schools, as well as the expansion of facilities for other grade levels.

Fun fact about Karla: She loves to travel! She has a condo at the Lake of the Ozarks and goes as often as possible, where she spends her time boating, hanging out by the pool and just enjoying summer. Say hello to Karla if you see her at the ELSC! … See MoreSee Less

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The new school year is almost here! Don’t forget to schedule your annual physicals and vaccinations with your healthcare provider. If you need help getting back to school vaccines, please call Linn County Public Health at (319) 892-6000.

Please note that students entering 7th and 12th grades must have both a Tdap and Meningococcal vaccine, or state allowed exemption, to attend school. … See MoreSee Less

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Looking for a job with summers off? Join our Food & Nutrition team and enjoy IPERS retirement, flexible hours and summers at the pool! The CRCSD is currently hiring for the following roles:
Food Service Assistant: 8am- 1:30pm
Cashier: 8am- 1:30pm

Apply online!
Food Service Assistant: ow.ly/WyLp50K5P6u
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Did you know that by submitting your annual verification, you are helping our Transportation Department with bus routing? That means you’ll get your bus schedule even sooner! Click the link below to be taken to your parent portal, and complete your annual verification today!
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So proud that Sean Baylor is one of our own!Meet your History Makers! Up first is Sean Baylor!
Sean Baylor felt a calling to work with kids, but could never have anticipated the leader and mentor he would become to the youth he works with today. Mr. Baylor was a 4th grade teacher at Grant Wood Elementary for five years, before spending five years as a Facilitator at McKinley Middle School. He is currently an Associate Principal at Franklin Middle School and has been in this role for 15 years. Along with being able to impact the education system on a larger scale than just his classroom, Mr. Baylor went into administration because he wanted to be a positive role model for African American students. He feels children need to see someone who looks like them achieving in their learning environments and communities.

Join us in congratulating Sean Baylor at the AAMI’s #HistoryMakersGala Thursday, September 29 (blackiowa.org/events/gala/). … See MoreSee Less

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Become a Bus Driver for CRCSD and earn a hiring bonus of up to $5k! Not only that, but we offer IPERS retirement and health insurance benefits! Click the link to find out more and apply.
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