The Public Innovation and Efficiency (PIE) Award for Best Performing District of our size includes contributing factors in multiple categories such as:

Energy & Resource Efficiency

• Conversion of district buildings to geothermal and associated HVAC updates through FMP 2.0
• Reduction of emissions district wide by 45% between 2018 and 2021
• Recycling program in place district wide
• Engagement with the UNI Center for Energy & Environmental Education's Green Iowa Americorps Program
• Computer and lighting settings are adjusted to conserve energy

Transparency

• Maintain a robust website and social media presence
• Meeting agendas, minutes, and budget information are available online
• School board contact information is posted online
• Process for citizens to report problems anonymously

Community Collaborations

• Utilization of 28E agreements with multiple entities to encourage sharing of resources and collaborative efforts
• Collaborations with non-profit entities

Fiscal Efficiency 

• Administrative costs substantially below state average
• Implementation and expansion of cyber security protocols
• Videoconferencing in use to reduce travel costs