PROJECT: WATERLOO HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT FOR THE WATERLOO SCHOOLS, WATERLOO, IA BID DATE/TIME: THURSDAY, APRIL 17 at 2:00:00 P.M. LOCAL TIME (in accordance with the clock at bid room) LOCATION: WATERLOO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION BUILDING - BOARD ROOM, 1516 WASHINGTON ST., … (read more) about Notice to Bidders: Waterloo High School Project – Amended Bid Date
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DISTRICT REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR THE 2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR:
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PRESCHOOL REGISTRATION FOR 2025-26: NOW CLOSED
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR 2025-26:
Will open March 27, 2025. This can only be completed by the legal parent/guardian. To be eligible, your child MUST be 5 years old by Sept 15, 2025. When completing the registration, it is REQUIRED to provide CURRENT Proof of Address and any guardianship/court documents. You MUST include your email address in the registration. Completing Kindergarten Registration early, helps us plan for teachers, class sizes, etc. You will also receive important information about future events, such as Kindergarten Orientation. You will be required to finalize the registration in July, as there are additional requirements that we can not complete until after the fiscal year. You will receive future notifications for this. Click here to start registration: Kindergarten 2025-26 -
2024-25 NEW K-12 STUDENTS:
If you have moved to Waterloo and need to enroll for the remainder of the CURRENT School year, 2024-25, please click here: K-12: 2024-25
With over 10,000 students across 19 campuses, Waterloo Schools remains one of the largest districts in the state of Iowa. We pride ourselves with having a strong focus on creating individual pathways to success for all students through student enrichment programs such as Life Labs, the Waterloo Career Center, Success Street, and more. Our goal is to provide students with the support they need to work toward their dreams. Whether they’re looking to continue their education or find a fulfilling career after graduation, our goal with every student is to provide them with a diploma and a plan.
The Waterloo Career Center (WCC) provides Career Technical Education (CTE) for not only Waterloo Schools high school students, but students in surrounding districts. One of the only facilities like it in the state of Iowa, the WCC offers over 18 career paths and counting. Students who participate in the career center experience real world training with industry experts, giving students hands-on opportunities to learn in labs that are built with professional-grade equipment to simulate real workplace environments. The center exposes students to a variety of career paths offering internships, apprenticeships, free college credit, and more.
Whether you would like to take one course or spend your entire day at the Waterloo Career Center, we invite you to learn more about the wide variety of career offerings. Can you see yourself here? We can! With us, the future is now! Explore your future with the Waterloo Career Center.
Explore our “Teacher Feature” stories! CLICK HERE to dive into inspiring stories from dedicated educators across our district. Learn more about the teachers who go above and beyond to make a difference every day.
Check back often, as we’ll be adding more amazing teachers throughout the year!
NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WATERLOO COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT HOOVER MIDDLE SCHOOL TRACK AND FIELD IMPROVEMENTS Notice is Hereby Given: A public hearing will be held by the School Board of the Waterloo Community School District on the … (read more) about NOTICE TO BIDDERS AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
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📣IMPORTANT Update📣
The Virtual Learning Program Application for grades 6-12, for the 2025-26 school year open today. This will be available to student(s) if they will be in going into grades 6-12 next year. (One application per child, please).
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Please use this link to apply:
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You must complete the application, even if you're a current virtual student.
The DEADLINE for submitting Virtual Learning Program applications is MAY 16, 2025.
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Remember: A separate application must be completed for EACH student. Decisions regarding courses and grade sections will be determined based on enrollment numbers and will be communicated in June. Additionally, this application only allows the district to CONSIDER your student for virtual. You will be notified if your application has been APPROVED or DENIED via mail by the end of June.
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For more information, please call 319-433-1839.
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Waterloo Virtual Learning Application 2025-2026 - Grades 6th-12th
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If you wish for your 6th-12th grade student to be a part of the Virtual Learning Program for the 2025-2026 school year, please complete this application EVEN IF THEY ARE A CURRENT VIRTUAL STUDENT. (On...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
📢 Important Reminder for Waterloo Schools Families 📢
Hello, Waterloo Schools families! Just a quick reminder that school will be in session on Monday, April 21 to make up for the snow day on January 21. Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your flexibility!
We appreciate your support! ☀️
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📢 Important Update for Waterloo Schools Families 📢
There will be no school on Friday, April 18, as all buildings will be closed.
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Additionally, school will be in session on Monday, April 21, to make up for the snow day on January 21. Please plan accordingly, and thank you for your flexibility!
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We appreciate your support and hope you have a wonderful weekend!☀️
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Angry face. That's sad.
District holiday!?!?!? YOU MEAN 'GOOD FRIDAY' this is quite sickening, recognize the Easter holiday for what it is !!!!!!!!!
Congratulations, Hoover family! We're very proud of you!
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That's awesome! Congratulations! 🎉
Look at these potential future programmers!
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🎉📚 Big Congratulations to West High Juniors Sunny Htun & Kyle Squire! 📚🎉
These two outstanding juniors recently took the PSAT/NMSQT scores—placing in the top 50,000 out of 1.3 million entrants! 🌟🧠
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This gives both students the opportunity to be either recognized as a semifinalist or a commended student in the fall, and also gives a powerful boost to their college applications, showcasing both excellence and leadership. 🎓✨
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We’re so proud of Sunny and Kyle for representing West High and Waterloo Schools with such distinction!
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Congratulations to both of you! Keep up the good work & studies.
Congratulations 🎉🎈
Excellent!!
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Teacher Feature: Nicole Kelchen – George Washington Carver Academy
💡 "My goal is to create a supportive environment where every student feels valued, understood, and empowered to reach their full potential." – Nicole Kelchen
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Meet Nicole Kelchen, an Instructional Strategist at Carver Academy, whose passion for education stems from years of tutoring and working closely with students of all abilities. After graduating from UNI in May 2024, she knew she wanted to stay in the Waterloo community—where she had already experienced the welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of support.
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Nicole is all about hands-on learning and keeping students engaged! 🎉 In her classroom, students solve math problems by writing directly on their desks with Expo markers, using manipulatives, and playing interactive games that make learning exciting. She’s also introduced new technology-driven activities, like math fluency games where students compete to earn points and rewards.
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Beyond academics, building relationships is key for Nicole. She’s dedicated to creating a space where students feel safe, motivated, and excited to learn. Her love for fostering growth, inclusion, and creativity is exactly what makes her such a valuable part of Waterloo Schools!
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Thinking about joining Waterloo Schools? Nicole highly recommends it! She praises the strong sense of community, dedication to student success, and the unwavering support among staff.
🔹 Hashtags that define her teaching:
#HandsOnLearning ✏️
#CreatingPositiveRelationships ❤️
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Such an amazing teacher!!
Woohoo! Nicole Kelchen is amazing! 💙🩶
Congratulations!
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🚨 A day to remember at Kittrell Early Childhood! 🚓🐾
Students got a special visit from Black Hawk County Sheriff Deputy Karla Altenbaumer and sworn K-9 Deputy Mary, along with Waterloo Police Chief Rob Duncan and other special guests! They shared about their roles in keeping our community safe and even made one student’s dream come true 💙
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Malaika, who was recently featured on our social media, said she wants to be a “police girl” when she grows up to help keep everyone safe. During the visit, she was surprised with an official Waterloo Police Department Future Police Girl certificate! 💫
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Thank you to our amazing community partners for showing up, inspiring our students, and making magic happen.
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Angelic Claybon love this for her!!
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Awww so beautiful
🌟 Celebrating our Living Our Values Award Winners!
At Waterloo Schools, we take steps daily to make dreams come true for parents, students, and the community. Through our Living Our Values Awards, we proudly recognize outstanding employees monthly who embody one of our core values: Collaboration, Equity, Well-Being, and Excellence.
These amazing individuals have been nominated by their peers for going above and beyond to ensure every student thrives. Their dedication helps us build a stronger, more supportive educational environment.
Congratulations to our March Living Our Values Award recipients:
🍎 Cathy Snook, Poyner Elementary
🍎 Rylee Drysdale, Highland Elementary
🍎 Lauren Nickerson, Dr. Walter Cunningham School for Excellence
🍎 Christina Jesse, Bunger Middle School
🍎 Sara Rue, East High School
And a special thanks to the Waterloo Schools Foundation for sponsoring these incredible honorees!
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Go Mrs.Drysdale!! 💚💚
Congratulations sweet kind Mrs. Drysdale