Alexander Elementary School
Dedicated to excellence in education
Latest News
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Important Mental Health and Wellness Reminders
We want to provide a reminder that your mental health matters. While there is much to celebrate within our school district family, we also recognize the challenges that many face throughout the year.
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Carmen Gwenigale, Inspiring Global Citizenship in Iowa
Growing up, Carmen did not see herself as a teacher, but those who knew her definitely saw it coming. She had such a passion for school and reading that when school was out during the summer, she would gather the neighborhood kids together and pretend to be a teacher.
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Troy Peters, The Mind Meddler
We know Troy Peters has been teaching English and Language Arts as well as directing plays and musicals at City High for the past 15 years, but what you don't know about Troy may surprise you.
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Van Allen’s Karen Smith Treks Across the State, Bringing Awareness to Mental Health
This June, Karen Smith walked 312 miles across the state of Iowa over the course of three weeks. She embarked on this journey, motivated to raise awareness for mental health and inspired by her own personal connections.
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Strengthening Community Through Restorative Justice
Restorative justice focuses on building community, righting a wrong committed, and repairing harm done. Learn more about our District's Restorative Justice Program, and the impact of building community with circles.
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Meet Our New Administrators!
Meet our new administrators for the 2022-2023 school year, and learn more about their goals for their new role and some fun facts about them!
Upcoming Events
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April 13, 2023
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April 20, 2023
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Kindergarten Round-Up
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April 21, 2023
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April 24, 2023
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May 3, 2023
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM 3rd grade Hy-Vee KidsFit Event
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May 29, 2023
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June 6, 2023
Falcon Focus
Principal's Message
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Welcome to Alexander Elementary School! Our school is a place where we BELIEVE in the success of each and every student, staff, and Alexander community member. Stop in to see and feel our joyful learning environment! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Chris Gibson, Principal
(319) 688-1095
Gibson.chris@iowacityschools.org