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Coming Soon – THE GLOBE/THE FLASH
An exciting new e-newsletter will be coming soon called "THE GLOBE", replacing THE FLASH.This new format compliments the Global thinking Campaign and … [Read More...]

“A Draper,”/Global Thinking in Action–STEM Labs
Thank you for all of your great "Draper" submissions this year! The Draper's are highlights of Global Thinking going on every day in our schools. … [Read More...]

EXPO Construction Class Selling Shed Made in Class
The construction class at EXPO is selling the shed in the images for $900. It is 8ft by 8ft outside dimensions and is very sturdy. It is up on … [Read More...]

April 22, 2013, Board of Education Video
The Board of Education meetings are replayed on our YouTube channel. Here is a link for the April 22, meeting. http://youtu.be/8v4SCjtXn3M You … [Read More...]

Volunteers Needed for Middle School Metro Track Meet
The Waterloo Community Schools is hosting the middle school Metro Track Meet on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at Central (Memorial Stadium). All six boys … [Read More...]

East High’s Music on the Cedar
Go to the Cedar River and hear the East High's Music Department performing Music on the Cedar. Featuring: East High Music Department – … [Read More...]
Ask Us First

Ask Us First
Q. I live in the 100 block of East Park Lane and the neighbor kids are all picked up by the schoolbus. Why is that when they are only three blocks from Hoover? A. There are several possibilities, including that there is an identified walking hazard, that the students attend a school other than Hoover, that there are seats on that bus and the parent has paid for the students to ride. Without specific information regarding those children, we could not provide an answer. Q. If parents have to pay, what does it cost them to have their kids ride … [Read More...]
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Connect Ed Tips
When recording messages for Connect Ed, keep the following tips in mind: Before you record your message, write it down. Practice reading it, then share it with another person to make sure to key message is clear. Identify yourself at the beginning of the message. Some people may not immediately connect with who you are. Be sure to include your title and school name, too. Keep it short. Most experts agree that about 30 seconds is long enough. Only go longer for a “high-stakes” message, such as one about an emergency, when you may be providing … [Read More...]
News You Can Use

Order a Sack Lunch from Tyson
A Sack Lunch can be delivered to your office (located in the Cedar Valley) to help non-profit, local organizations, sponsored by Tyson. Thursday, May 16, 2013 and/or Friday, May 17, 2013 (Delivered between 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.) Sack Lunch Includes: Shredded Pork Sandwich (precooked meat … [Read More...]
Volunteer’s Needed for the Back to School Project
The Back to School Project helps families that need assistance with new school supplies for the 2013-14 school year. They are in need of volunteers to help with the following: Collection Boxes Registration Pick up Supplies Inventory Sacking Distributions If you are interested you … [Read More...]
3 Bucks-a-Bag Book Sale
Fill a bag with books for only three bucks. The Waterloo Public Library is having a one day only book sale on: Saturday, June 15 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. They supply the bag and you fill it up for only $3.00. They have a huge inventory of hardback, paperbacks, fiction, and non-fiction for all ages. … [Read More...]
Attend the Foster Teen Graduation Open House
You are cordially invited to attend a Graduation Open House to honor our local foster youth in care who have reached another step in their educational goals. Help youth in our community celebrate their achievements. Friday May 10, 2013 Hawkeye Community College Brock Student Center 5:00 PM to … [Read More...]

The Back to School Project
The 2012-13 school year is winding down, but fall isn’t far away. If you know of any families that need assistance with new school supplies for the start of the 2013-14 school year please direct them to the Back to School Project. The information they need to get assistance is listed … [Read More...]
403b Program Information
The attached flier is from RIC Resource Bank, it briefly explains the 403b program and what they have to offer. Highlights: You can submit questions regarding 403b programs Learn about excess contributions to ensure that your contribution limits do not exceed IRS annual … [Read More...]
Health & Nutrition Facts
Screen-Free Week
Turn off the TV! Shut down the computer! April 29–May 5 is Screen-Free Week. Screen-Free Week is a national celebration where children, families, schools, and communities spend seven days turning OFF entertainment screen media and turn ON life! It’s a time to unplug and play, read, daydream, … [Read More...]

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