Grant Wood Elementary School
Dedicated to excellence in education
Latest News
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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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Register Today for the 2023-24 School Year
We are excited to announce that registration for the 2023-2024 school year is now open! We encourage you to take this early opportunity to register your students for the next school year.
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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.
Upcoming Events
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July 31, 2023
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Elementary On-Site Registration
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August 21, 2023
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Ice Cream Socials
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August 23, 2023
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August 29, 2023
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September 4, 2023
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September 25, 2023
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October 13, 2023
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October 16, 2023
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November 7, 2023
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November 16, 2023
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November 17, 2023
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November 22, 2023
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November 23, 2023
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November 24, 2023
Wildcat News
Principal's Message
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At Grant Wood we focus not only on providing our Wildcat scholars a rigorous and equitable educational experience, but a safe one as well. Grant Wood is committed to being Safe, Kind, & Responsible each day - to strive daily to carry ourselves in the Wildcat Way. Being safe includes physical, emotional, and mental health safety. Being kind helps us ensure that our actions and words towards ourselves and others are in fact safe. Understanding the importance of being safe and kind reminds us each day that we all carry the responsibility of creating a positive, supportive, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment throughout our school community.
I wake up each day feeling great pride and respect for our Wildcats, and am eager to work with all of our staff, students, and their families. Our diverse Grant Wood community is extremely proud of our dedicated teachers, outstanding students, and supportive families; together, we offer a welcoming, caring, and supportive learning environment for all our scholars.
Welcome to Grant Wood and to the ongoing journey of becoming independent life-long learners.
Maria Martin, Principal
Grant Wood Elementary
(319) 688-1180
martin.maria@iowacityschools.org