Grace King
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K-12 Education Reporter @gazettedotcom. Former reporter for Southeast Iowa Union. Get vaccinated. She/her.
Closing schools “is necessary” as the Cedar Rapids Community School District examines how to reduce its annual budget by more than $10 million after a decade of declining enrollment. www.thegazette.com/k/closing-sc...
Closing schools 'necessary' as C.R. district aims to reduce budget by more than $10M
Closing schools "is necessary" as the Cedar Rapids Community School District examines how to reduce its annual budget by more than $10 million after a decade of declining enrollment.
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December 9, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Closing schools “is necessary” as the Cedar Rapids Community School District examines how to reduce its annual budget by more than $10 million after a decade of declining enrollment. www.thegazette.com/k/closing-sc...
HACAP's food reservoir director is hopeful awareness and support can continue as service providers carry on in their daily work of addressing food insecurity in Iowa communities. @thegazette.com www.thegazette.com/news/snap-is...
SNAP is back. Iowa's 'hunger crisis' remains
Service providers say delays in food assistance only highlighted larger issues of food access in Iowa and across the country.
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December 9, 2025 at 7:00 PM
HACAP's food reservoir director is hopeful awareness and support can continue as service providers carry on in their daily work of addressing food insecurity in Iowa communities. @thegazette.com www.thegazette.com/news/snap-is...
The CEO of IPERS said he does not object to a review of the retirement program for public employees, but cautioned of potential consequences of a voluntary contribution option — a recommendation from a citizen task force. @tjbarton83.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
IPERS chief cautions lawmakers on proposed retirement changes
The CEO of Iowa's public pension system said he does not object to a review of the retirement program for public employees, but cautioned against potential consequences of a voluntary contribution opt...
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December 9, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The CEO of IPERS said he does not object to a review of the retirement program for public employees, but cautioned of potential consequences of a voluntary contribution option — a recommendation from a citizen task force. @tjbarton83.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
Providers of and advocates for services like speech therapy are expressing concern that a pending state rule change for Medicaid billing could weaken those services. @erindmurphy.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
Iowa speech therapy providers, advocates worry over impact of pending state rule change
The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services says it is changing the way Medicaid can be billed for certain services to get the state in compliance with the Affordable Care Act.
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December 9, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Providers of and advocates for services like speech therapy are expressing concern that a pending state rule change for Medicaid billing could weaken those services. @erindmurphy.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
Staff, families and community members will have opportunities in the coming months to shape a new seven-year strategic plan. The first meeting of a community coalition is happening Thursday.
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Government Notes: Cedar Rapids schools begins work to create next 7 year strategic plan
Also in this week's roundup of local government news, a Cedar Rapids trails project has received $200K in state grant funding.
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December 8, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Staff, families and community members will have opportunities in the coming months to shape a new seven-year strategic plan. The first meeting of a community coalition is happening Thursday.
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A fourth charter school — called Horizon Science Academy — is seeking approval from the Iowa State Board of Education next month to open in Cedar Rapids. Here's what to know about charter schools in Eastern Iowa. www.thegazette.com/k/two-more-c...
Two more charter schools plan to open in C.R. next year
A fourth charter school — called Horizon Science Academy — is seeking approval from the Iowa State Board of Education next month to open in Cedar Rapids.
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December 4, 2025 at 6:57 PM
A fourth charter school — called Horizon Science Academy — is seeking approval from the Iowa State Board of Education next month to open in Cedar Rapids. Here's what to know about charter schools in Eastern Iowa. www.thegazette.com/k/two-more-c...
A career pathway new to Prairie High School this year aims to put interested students on direct paths to earn a Federal Aviation Administration mechanic certification. www.thegazette.com/k/heres-a-pe...
Here's a peak into Prairie High School's new aviation pathway
The program aims to put juniors and seniors on a path to earn a Federal Aviation Administration mechanic certification.
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December 3, 2025 at 2:39 PM
A career pathway new to Prairie High School this year aims to put interested students on direct paths to earn a Federal Aviation Administration mechanic certification. www.thegazette.com/k/heres-a-pe...
The Iowa Board of Educational Examiners is investigating allegations against three Clayton Ridge Community School District administrators — the superintendent, middle and high school principal and dean of students. @thegazette.com www.thegazette.com/education/st...
State education board investigating three northeast Iowa school administrators
The Iowa Board of Educational Examiners is investigating allegations against three Clayton Ridge Community School District administrators.
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December 1, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The Iowa Board of Educational Examiners is investigating allegations against three Clayton Ridge Community School District administrators — the superintendent, middle and high school principal and dean of students. @thegazette.com www.thegazette.com/education/st...
An industry recognized credentials verify high school student's “skill mastery” and could open doors for them to further explore their career interests. www.thegazette.com/article/here...
Here's why Iowa high school students are earning industry recognized credentials
More Iowa high school students are graduating with industry recognized credentials as the state homes in on work-based learning.
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December 1, 2025 at 2:52 PM
An industry recognized credentials verify high school student's “skill mastery” and could open doors for them to further explore their career interests. www.thegazette.com/article/here...
Learning that two years of focused hard work to improve student attendance and academic achievement led to Prairie Hill Elementary School to be named a Blue Ribbon School gave fourth grade teacher Aleisha Nova “goose bumps.” www.thegazette.com/k/heres-how-...
Here's how College Community's Prairie Hill become a Blue Ribbon School
Prairie Hill Elementary in the College Community district in Cedar Rapids saw a steep drop in chronic absenteeism after focusing on relationships. This year it was named a Blue Ribbon School.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Learning that two years of focused hard work to improve student attendance and academic achievement led to Prairie Hill Elementary School to be named a Blue Ribbon School gave fourth grade teacher Aleisha Nova “goose bumps.” www.thegazette.com/k/heres-how-...
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The Gazette to be family-owned
Cedar Rapids-based newspaper is being purchased by Adams MultiMedia, a family held company based in Minnesota.
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November 19, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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New Cedar Rapids school board President Jennifer Neumann spoke about taking “accountability” and establishing trust with the community before being appointed Monday by fellow board members in a 4-3 vote. www.thegazette.com/k/new-cedar-...
New C.R. school board leadership promises 'accountability'
New Cedar Rapids school board President Jennifer Neumann spoke about taking "accountability" and establishing trust with the community before being appointed Monday by fellow board members in a 4-3 vo...
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November 19, 2025 at 4:13 PM
New Cedar Rapids school board President Jennifer Neumann spoke about taking “accountability” and establishing trust with the community before being appointed Monday by fellow board members in a 4-3 vote. www.thegazette.com/k/new-cedar-...
At the school level, some see benefits from closer alignment and targeted grants. @tjbarton83.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
Overhaul of Iowa's disability employment program sparks concern
Iowa's Vocational Rehabilitation Services program is being restructured under Iowa Workforce Development — a move state leaders say improves efficiency, but staff warn could weaken services for Iowans...
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November 18, 2025 at 4:25 PM
At the school level, some see benefits from closer alignment and targeted grants. @tjbarton83.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
A Minnesota-based company is entering into an agreement to purchase The Gazette and 11 community newspapers, the companies announced jointly this morning.
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Adams MultiMedia acquiring Cedar Rapids Gazette and 11 community newspaper titles
A Minnesota-based company is entering into an agreement to purchase The Gazette and 11 community newspapers, the companies announced jointly this morning.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:24 PM
A Minnesota-based company is entering into an agreement to purchase The Gazette and 11 community newspapers, the companies announced jointly this morning.
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Marissa Moore, a language arts teacher at Clear Creek Amana, inspires career pathways, builds confidence and shows “genuine care” for her students. She is one of nine teachers from across the state named a 2026 Iowa Regional Teacher of the Year. www.thegazette.com/k/clear-cree...
Clear Creek Amana teacher named an Iowa Regional Teacher of the Year
Marissa Moore, a language arts teacher at Clear Creek Amana High School, inspires career pathways, builds confidence and shows "genuine care" for her students. She says high school students today get ...
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November 17, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Marissa Moore, a language arts teacher at Clear Creek Amana, inspires career pathways, builds confidence and shows “genuine care” for her students. She is one of nine teachers from across the state named a 2026 Iowa Regional Teacher of the Year. www.thegazette.com/k/clear-cree...
Iowa households that rely on food assistance will begin receiving their long-delayed November SNAP benefits after Congress ended the 43-day federal government shutdown, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday. @tjbarton83.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
Shutdown ends: When will Iowans see SNAP benefits? Here's the latest from HHS
Iowa households that rely on food assistance will begin receiving their long-delayed November SNAP benefits after Congress ended the 43-day federal government shutdown, the Iowa Department of Health a...
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November 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Iowa households that rely on food assistance will begin receiving their long-delayed November SNAP benefits after Congress ended the 43-day federal government shutdown, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services announced Thursday. @tjbarton83.bsky.social www.thegazette.com/state-govern...
As the Cedar Rapids school district faces a decline of 622 students this year, school leaders are asking the community to work with them to develop a strategic plan to increase enrollment and address facility and staffing needs.
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Cedar Rapids school district sees 622 student decline
As the Cedar Rapids school district faces a decline of 622 students this year, school leaders are asking the community to work with them to develop a strategic plan to increase enrollment and address ...
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November 14, 2025 at 2:20 PM
As the Cedar Rapids school district faces a decline of 622 students this year, school leaders are asking the community to work with them to develop a strategic plan to increase enrollment and address facility and staffing needs.
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As the Linn-Mar Community School District reaches the completion of a five-year plan, school leaders continue to look toward the future, taking steps to create a plan for the next decade. www.thegazette.com/k/linn-mar-t...
Linn-Mar takes steps toward next 10-year facility plan
As the Linn-Mar Community School District reaches the completion of a five-year plan, school leaders continue to look toward the future, taking steps to create a plan for the next decade.
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November 12, 2025 at 1:56 PM
As the Linn-Mar Community School District reaches the completion of a five-year plan, school leaders continue to look toward the future, taking steps to create a plan for the next decade. www.thegazette.com/k/linn-mar-t...
Teachers in Cedar Rapids attribute a new learning model to their renewed joy in teaching, deeper student engagement and improved student behavior. www.thegazette.com/k/improved-t...
New C.R. schools learning model credited for improved test scores, fewer behavior referrals
Using the learning model called Instructional Empowerment, students in the Cedar Rapids school district work in teams of three or four to tackle questions posed by the teacher, fostering a culture of ...
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November 11, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Teachers in Cedar Rapids attribute a new learning model to their renewed joy in teaching, deeper student engagement and improved student behavior. www.thegazette.com/k/improved-t...
An incredibly powerful story by @ecdecious.bsky.social
"Trips to food pantries continue to be a source of food. But even with creativity and determination, good home economics can only trickle down so far on each plate after removing SNAP from the equation." www.thegazette.com/news/snap-re...
"Trips to food pantries continue to be a source of food. But even with creativity and determination, good home economics can only trickle down so far on each plate after removing SNAP from the equation." www.thegazette.com/news/snap-re...
Food pantries weren't designed to replace SNAP. How Iowans are putting food on the table.
About 260,000 Iowans receive SNAP benefits to keep hunger at bay. In October, for the first time in SNAP's history, the federal government decided that the government shutdown extended to the vital pr...
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November 10, 2025 at 4:39 PM
An incredibly powerful story by @ecdecious.bsky.social
"Trips to food pantries continue to be a source of food. But even with creativity and determination, good home economics can only trickle down so far on each plate after removing SNAP from the equation." www.thegazette.com/news/snap-re...
"Trips to food pantries continue to be a source of food. But even with creativity and determination, good home economics can only trickle down so far on each plate after removing SNAP from the equation." www.thegazette.com/news/snap-re...
Thousands of students in Eastern Iowa like Aliyah Ginger are exploring their career options by dual enrolling in Kirkwood Community College classes, earning high school and college credit without the weight of tuition.
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High schoolers earn credit and save money taking college classes
More than 54,000 Iowa high school students are jointly enrolled in community college credit coursework, a number that's been steadily climbing for the last decade.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Thousands of students in Eastern Iowa like Aliyah Ginger are exploring their career options by dual enrolling in Kirkwood Community College classes, earning high school and college credit without the weight of tuition.
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Iowa state Sen. Molly Donahue is calling for the resignation of three Cedar Rapids school board members after a multimillion dollar school bond referendum failed voter approval Tuesday. Here's what those board members had to say. www.thegazette.com/k/iowa-lawma...
Iowa lawmaker calls for 3 C.R. school board members to resign
Iowa state Sen. Molly Donahue is calling for the resignation of three Cedar Rapids school board members after a multimillion dollar school bond referendum failed voter approval Tuesday.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:43 PM
Iowa state Sen. Molly Donahue is calling for the resignation of three Cedar Rapids school board members after a multimillion dollar school bond referendum failed voter approval Tuesday. Here's what those board members had to say. www.thegazette.com/k/iowa-lawma...
Multimillion dollar school bond referendums failed to garner voter approval Tuesday in the Williamsburg and Central City school districts.
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Williamsburg, Central City school bonds fail to get voter support
Multimillion dollar school bond referendums failed to garner voter approval Tuesday in the Williamsburg and Central City school districts.
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November 6, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Multimillion dollar school bond referendums failed to garner voter approval Tuesday in the Williamsburg and Central City school districts.
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The morning after a multimillion dollar school bond referendum narrowly failed voter approval in the Cedar Rapids Community School District, Superintendent Tawana Grover held back tears as she talked about the students. www.thegazette.com/k/recount-un...
Recount unlikely in C.R. schools' narrowly failed bond referendum
Cedar Rapids schools Superintendent Tawana Grover wants to harness the momentum gained in Tuesday's failed bond referendum vote to build a school district the community backs.
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November 6, 2025 at 2:13 PM
The morning after a multimillion dollar school bond referendum narrowly failed voter approval in the Cedar Rapids Community School District, Superintendent Tawana Grover held back tears as she talked about the students. www.thegazette.com/k/recount-un...
I was focused on Cedar Rapids school bond and school board elections last night, so I too, am playing catch up on other elections. Thanks to my colleagues at @thegazette.com who pitched in on education coverage!
November 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
I was focused on Cedar Rapids school bond and school board elections last night, so I too, am playing catch up on other elections. Thanks to my colleagues at @thegazette.com who pitched in on education coverage!