We want to provide an update regarding the State of Iowa’s recent passage of House File 2591 (HF2591), which allows eligible 8th-grade students to participate in high school athletics under certain circumstances.

As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening financial transparency, accountability, and public trust, the Iowa City Community School District Board of Education has established a Financial Oversight Committee and is now seeking community members to serve on it.

The Iowa City Community School District Board of Education has hired Amy Kortemeyer as Interim Superintendent, effective July 1, 2026. Mrs. Kortemeyer brings more than three decades of educational experience to the role, including significant leadership experience within the Iowa City Community School District.

Behind every achievement is a story of hard work. Teachers who inspired, staff members who cared deeply, volunteers who gave their time, families who encouraged, and students who seized opportunities.

As this school year comes to a close, one feeling rises above all others: gratitude.

Gratitude for the students who continue to inspire us. Gratitude for the educators and staff who make public education possible each day. Gratitude for a community that believes in its schools and in the incredible potential of its students.

The Iowa City Community School District is pleased to once again participate in the Summer Food Service Program, providing free meals and snacks to children throughout our community during the summer months.

All children ages 18 and under are welcome to participate, and no registration is required. Meals and snacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The program will run from June 15 through August 7, 2026, with no meal service on June 19 and June 29-July 3. Additional schedule variations are noted below.

Application Process

1. To apply for Pay-to-Ride busing, please complete the Pay-to-Ride application available at www.IowaCitySchools.org/PayToRide
2. Payment can be made online at https://www.myschoolbucks.com or by check made payable to Iowa City Community School District

If you are interested in participating in the Pay-to-Ride program, please complete the application and submit payment no later than June 5, 2026, to be considered for a bus roster for the start of the 2026-27 school year.

This spring, the City High mock trial program won its second state championship. 

“The motto ‘The School That Leads’ very much applies to our mock trial team,” said senior Amal Eltayib. “We are known for being one of the best teams in the state.” 

The Little Hawks argued the final round before a panel of legal experts in the Iowa Supreme Court chambers. The presiding judge was Iowa Supreme Court Justice Matthew McDermott. 

With the victory, City High advanced to represent the state of Iowa at the national championship, which will run from May 7-9 in Des Moines. 

We are excited to announce that registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open! We encourage you to take this early opportunity to register your student(s) for the next school year.

As a reminder, all families are required to register their students in Infinite Campus each year. Please use the appropriate link below to register your child(ren). Remember to select the school year “26-27” to register for next year.