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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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OCR Settlement Agreement
As a result of concerns brought to the United States Department of Education Office of Civil Rights (OCR) during the 2009-10 school year, the Iowa City Community School District engaged in a Settlement Agreement with the OCR to rectify these concerns. This Settlement Agreement included 14 Items with completion timelines for each.
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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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District Developed Special Education Service Delivery Plan
The Iowa Administrative Rules of Special Education require each school district to develop a plan for the delivery of special education services. Districts must make the plan available for public comment
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District Business Office Awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting
The Iowa City Community School District is proud to announce that the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the District by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).
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Preschool Registration
The Iowa City Community School District, as part of the State-Wide Voluntary Preschool Program, offers free preschool for children who turn four years old on or before September 15, 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
