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The Iowa City Community School District serves nearly 14,000 students and is the 5th largest school district in the state of Iowa. The District covers roughly 133 square miles with 18 preschool sites, 21 elementary schools, 3 junior high schools, 3 comprehensive high schools, and 1 alternative high school. Our high schools rank among the best in the state and our ACT test scores sit well above the average when compared to both state and national numbers. We aim to create an exemplary school district which is acknowledged for the caliber of our graduates, the quality of our staff, and the excellence of our programs.
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2017-18 Registration Information
E-Registration is now open for the 2017/18 school year. Parents and guardians can now log into their PowerSchool parent account by going to the following link: https://www.iowacityschools.org/domain/31. Parents can also use this link: PowerSchool Parent Login Screen to access the site.
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Upcoming District Ribbon-Cutting Celebrations
The Iowa City Community School District will host four ribbon cutting ceremonies in August to celebrate the opening of two new buildings and the completion of renovations at two buildings.
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New 7th Grade Immunization Requirement
New Iowa law in 2017: All incoming 7th grade students MUST have a meningitis vaccine to attend school. Johnson County Public Health and the Iowa City Community School District health staff are working together to help your child get the meningitis and any other needed vaccinations.
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New 12th Grade Immunization Requirement
Per Iowa law, students entering 12th grade, who were born after September 15, 1999, will need proof of two doses of meningococcal (A, C W, Y) vaccine; or 1 dose if received when the student was 16 years of age or older. This vaccine prevents meningitis, a bacteria that infects the brain, blood and spinal cord.
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Applications Received for 2017 Board Vacancy
Information on the candidates seeking four open seats on the Iowa City Community School Board can be found below. J.P. Claussen, Janet Godwin, Ruthina Malone, Laura Westemeyer and Karen Woltman have filed the appropriate paperwork to run for three open 4 year terms. Charlie Eastham and Shawn Eyestone have filed the appropriate paperwork to run for one open 2 year term. District residents will have the opportunity to vote on September 12, 2017.
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When people think about our schools, words like traditional and established come to mind, but also responsive, innovative, creative, and progressive. For over one hundred years, the Iowa City Community School District has been the instructional leader in eastern Iowa, across the state, and throughout the nation. What makes the Iowa City Community School District so special? A talented and dedicated staff is the foundation of our success. Walking through the halls of our schools, you will notice the pride our employees take in their work. Everything we do is focused toward providing the finest educational opportunities for the children of our community. Expectations are high - for students and employees - and it shows time and time again in the recognition of our people and programs.
Our community sets a high priority on the education of its youth. Strong, open communication and efficient use of tax dollars are cornerstones of citizen support for the District’s educational programs. Community partnership and input into our planning are key components of our schools’ success.
There are many ways to measure the quality of education in a community. We feel confident that you will find that quality is the hallmark in each of our schools. When you visit our classrooms, you will see firsthand what educational excellence is all about in the Iowa City Community School District.
Stephen F. Murley
Superintendent of Schools
murley.stephen@iowacityschools.org
