Event: Introduction to Standards-Based Reporting Dates: August 13th and 14th Time: 5:30 PM Location: Indianola Middle School Library
Whittier Elementary was also one of just five state schools (three elementary schools) to be honored as a National Blue Ribbon School. The honor was based on students’ scores on math and reading assessments.
Our K-6 students were one of only four school districts in the state to grow by over 10% on the state’s early literacy test, FAST. This is especially impressive because 82% of Indianola K-6 students are already reading at…
Midwest Heritage, a subsidiary of Hy-Vee, Inc., announced the recipients of their award-winning program to help youth get a start in the cattle industry. Jasmine was selected as one of five individuals from across the state to receive…
A pipe from the Irving heating system, totally obstructed and recently replaced A rendering of the exterior of the planned new district office Many of our recent administrative, board, and staff conversations have centered on facilities and curriculum…
Last weekend was a family wedding weekend for my family, with my sister’s youngest son getting married. I have officiated quite a few weddings, but it is different when there is a family connection. Weddings are one of…
On September 12 Indianola Community School District patrons will have the opportunity to go to the polls to elect new school board members and to vote on the renewal of the school district’s Physical Plant and Equipment Levy….
Monday night, February 13, the Indianola CSD School Board approved a two-year contract with the Indianola Education Association. The IEA membership had ratified the tentative agreement on Thursday afternoon. The contract is a total package settlement of 1.98%…
I was asked to write an article on this topic for the paper. Here is a re-run of that: Iowa school finance is complicated, but understanding certain concepts can help one’s overall understanding. I appreciate being asked to…
There is nothing quite like Iowa school finance, and this blog attempts to explain a few key concepts. The goal is to make the complex more understandable, so this blog will not attempt to address every nuance of…
I really love Iowa except for its winters. The early morning school cancellation decision is the bane of a superintendent’s existence! I haven’t met an administrative colleague who enjoys being up early to check roads, obsess about forecasts,…
Communication and Relationships I have been fortunate to be an educator since my college graduation in 1988. I have also known the joy of coaching and the fulfillment of ministry during the last three decades. My family is…
