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Introducing Our New Interactive Learning Environment
We are excited to announce the launch of the new Lü Interactive learning environment in each of our 21 elementary schools.
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“Be brave. Know that you are exactly where you need to be.”
Aaron is creating his own path by participating in our District’s Grow Our Own program and will complete his certification to become a teacher in May. He has been a behavioral interventionist in our District since 2016.
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An Inspiration for All Ages
Meet Sueli Sirena, a life-long learner working towards a teaching position through our Grow Our Own Program. She has been working for our District since 2009, but her experience in education goes back even further.
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“Our favorite destination is the next one.”
Paraeducator by day, traveler, promoter, and cook by night. From gallivanting across the United States to cooking up something amazing in the kitchen, Jay Goodvin has been on countless adventures.
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Kimberly Fitten, Making Her Own Way
Kimberly Fitten is an author, public speaker, coach, and advocate, among many other things. However, within our District, we know her as the Principal at Northwest Junior High.
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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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Mann Elementary Staff, Students and Families,
It is with great pleasure that I write and announce my excitement in joining the Horace Mann family as principal. I come to the Iowa City Community School District with a BA from the University of Iowa in Elementary Education and a Master’s from the University of Northern Iowa in Educational Leadership. I have had the opportunity to work as an educator for the last fifteen years - six as a second and third grade teacher in the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Over the past nine years, I have served the Winfield-Mt Union Community School District as the elementary principal and curriculum director. On a lighter side, I am an avid Hawkeye fan, CrossFit enthusiast, volleyball and wrestling official (feel free to ask me about the Dan Gable Donnybrook), and salsa dancer.
Throughout my career, I have learned that the development of strong relationships cannot be undervalued. As I transition to the Mann family, I would like to invite you to share with me what makes you a proud member of the Mann community and what I can do to help our school move forward together. I look forward to building these relationships and learning together with the staff. I firmly believe that every child can learn at high levels and that regular collaborative opportunities are important not just for student learning but professional learning as well.
In closing, please know that my door is open and I am ready to serve my new community. I readily welcome your partnership and positive input throughout the coming school year. Keeping our focus on students and success for all will help keep us all focused and lead us to many future celebrations of our collective success. I look forward to starting our new chapter together as a fellow Mann Mustang!
Sincerely,
Gabe Wylder, Principal
(319) 688-1145
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