The Fort Dodge Community School District announced a plan last fall to move the fifth grade from the middle school level down to the elementary school level to better align curriculums. To make room for the fifth-grade classes at the neighborhood elementary schools, Superintendent Dr. ...

In 2019, Iowa Central Community College became the first community college in the state of Iowa to offer a flat-rate tuition for all full-time students. For in-state students taking between 12 and 18 credit hours, tuition is $2,850 per semester. For students from neighboring states with ...

ROCKWELL CITY — From the moment the boy walked into the South Central Calhoun Middle School classroom one January morning, it was clear something was wrong. Although he didn’t say a word, his eyes seemed to be pleading, “Why?” No trace of a smile ever flickered across his face. ...

St. Paul Lutheran School is increasing technology for its students by adding Chromebooks and iPads into its classrooms. “I view technology as something that enhances the curriculum, but I don’t ever want it to be the curriculum,” said St. Paul Principal Barb Kozisek. The students ...

MANSON — There’s a new kid in the halls of the Manson Northwest Webster Community School District’s buildings. She’s a bit on the hairy side, makes clicking noises as she walks on the tile floors, enjoys exploring life through her nose and is one of the best listeners ever. Her ...

EAGLE GROVE — As similarly rural districts struggle with shrinking populations and the difficult decisions that go along with them, Eagle Grove Community School District is faced with the good problems that come with rapid growth. “This is a problem that a lot of rural Iowa districts ...