CRCSD enriches the community and embraces all backgrounds and cultures. We share a learning environment that welcomes everyone, as we prepare all students with pathways and passions for the future.
We’re constantly building an environment and community where our students, staff, and stakeholders can succeed. Take a glimpse at our programs and initiatives.
Cedar Rapids Community School District is home to six magnet schools—three elementaries, two middle schools, one high school—which focus on sustainability, STEAM, leadership, and business.
The gifted education and PACT program enhances and supports the educational experience of high ability students to prepare them to become world class learners and responsible citizens.
Career and technical education provides quality programming aligned with workforce needs, developed in partnership with local companies. It engages students in the application of other academic content to help prepare them for the future.
Iowa BIG celebrates the unique partnership between school districts and area businesses, and is an opportunity for high school students to expand their learning outside the traditional classroom for part of the school day.
We are committed to implementing sustainable practices to protect our environment and reduce our carbon footprint through facility and grounds improvements, development planning, technology updates, and school green teams.
📢 Annual Verification for the 2026-2027 school year is officially OPEN! 🎒
It’s time to check those boxes and ensure your student is ready for another great year. Completing your annual verification confirms enrollment and keeps our records accurate so we can stay connected.
By logging in, you can: Update emergency contacts to keep your child safe. Refresh contact info so you never miss a school update. Sign yearly releases (field trips, laptop permissions, and tech agreements). Check eligibility for reduced book fees, transportation, and more. Checking this off your list now means one less thing to worry about during the back-to-school rush!
Our 8th graders spent the morning touring their future high schools, meeting teachers, and getting a first look at where the next four years will take them. The energy was unmatched!
Ready to make it official? New Student Registration is NOW OPEN. * Head to the link in our bio to secure your spot.
We can’t wait to see you in the halls next fall! 🎓✨ … See MoreSee Less
Happy 100th Day of School! 🎉 And what a day of fun and celebration across CRCSD!
Our students went all out, dressing as "old timers," diving into special math counting activities, creating amazing art projects, and sporting unique hats.
Our School Board Vice President Scott Drzycimski and Director David Tominsky are here to provide a quick summary of everything the board discussed during last night’s board smeeting and the three proposed building consolidation plans.
Tap the video to hear what was discussed and the key decisions impacting our students and schools!
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/
📢 Our next School Board meeting is happening this Monday, February 9th. We know there has been a lot of speculation, and we want to ensure our community has the facts regarding the schedule, public comment rules, and the "School Redesign" discussion.
🗓️ MEETING SCHEDULE Part 1: 4:30 PM Public Hearings: Washington Elevator Modernization & Taft Fire Alarm Upgrades- must be present and sign up to address the board on public hearings by 4:30 Consent Agenda Closed Session (Litigation Strategy)
Part 2: 5:30 PM Public Comment: Your opportunity to address the Board on school redesign or other matters- must be present and sign up to address the board by 5:30 Presentations & Discussion: Focus on the School Redesign models. Speaking Time Limits: There will be a 90-minute limit to public comment; individual times are based on the number of speakers: 1–15 speakers: Up to 5 minutes each 16–25 speakers: Up to 3 minutes each 26+ speakers: Up to 2 minutes each (Note: Times may be adjusted as needed during the meeting.)
🔍 WHAT TO EXPECT ON FEB 9TH We want to be very clear about the goals for this session: ✅ What WILL happen: The Board will review proposed models alongside the community feedback received so far. We aim to narrow down options to advance them for further study and feasibility. ❌ What WILL NOT happen: The Board will not be voting on any specific school closures at this meeting. 🔗 Watch the livestream: www.youtube.com/@EngageCRschools/streams 🔗 View the full agenda: simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=36031509&MID=25354
Since it is not possible for closed captions to be translated during the live stream, translated closed captions will be available once the stream has ended and the full recording has been posted. … See MoreSee Less
What a powerful day! ✨ Johnson STEAM Academy Magnet School celebrated Black History Month with an inspiring all-school assembly. Our JSA leaders shared moving reflections from the incredible book “The Undefeated” by Kwame Alexander and Kadir Nelson.
Arts are truly embedded at JSA! Each grade level brought history to life by highlighting the actions of influential Black figures across different time periods. We also took time to honor members of our community who are making a difference.
We’re not just sitting on the sidelines. Last night, our community coalition members spoke up about what these proposed consolidation plans really mean for our families and the district. Watch the highlights in the video below.