“Grow Here”: Students Discover Cedar Rapids Opportunities at the Mayor’s Youth Conference

Approximately 90 Prairie High School students from Future Now and iJAG programs attended the 2nd annual Mayor’s Youth Conference, “Grow Here,” at the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Speakers and panelists included Prairie alumni Malia Gudenkauf and Christian Francois, as well as Zeinab Osman from the College Community School District.
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Groundbreaking Set for Prairie Summit YMCA

The long-anticipated Prairie Summit YMCA project is officially set to break ground on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 5:00 PM, adjacent to Prairie Heights Elementary at 190 76th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA. The project is a collaborative effort between the College Community School District, YMCA of the Cedar Rapids Metro Area, Conlon Construction, OPN Architects, and the City of Cedar Rapids, who have partnered to bring this important community initiative to life.
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Community Celebrates Renovations and Additions to the New 9th Grade Center and Prairie Delta

The College Community School District hosted a community open house on to showcase the district’s recent renovations and additions to the new 9th Grade Center and Prairie Delta. The event provided an opportunity for parents, students, and community members to tour the updated facilities and learn about the positive impact these improvements are having on the educational experience.
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Soil Science Experts Share Their Knowledge

Neil Sass, a Soil Scientist with the National Resource Conservation Service (NRCS), and Alisha Sedlmayr, a Soil Health Specialist, visited the Plant Science classes at Prairie High School. The experts provided students with a hands-on introduction to soil science and its practical applications.
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Iowa Department of Education on the Prairie Campus to Film Career Pathway Programs

Cameron McCoy, a Video Producer with the Iowa Department of Education, visited the Prairie campus today to capture the district’s career pathway programs. McCoy interviewed students and staff from the Culinary Arts, Nursing, and Agriculture programs.
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Future-Focused: 9th Graders Explore Post-Secondary Options

Approximately 380 students from the 9th Grade Center have signed up for a variety of post-secondary experiences, including visiting a small four-year college, a public university, junior college, vocational trades, and apprenticeships.
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7 Oct 2024
Ying Ying Chen IMPACT Award Goes to Amy Kay

Prairie Creek Intermediate School fifth-grade teacher Amy Kay has been recognized with the 2024 Ying Ying Chen Educator IMPACT Award.
2 Oct 2024
“Grow Here”: Students Discover Cedar Rapids Opportunities at the Mayor’s Youth Conference

Approximately 90 Prairie High School students from Future Now and iJAG programs attended the second annual Mayor’s Youth Conference, “Grow…
1 Oct 2024
Groundbreaking Set for Prairie Summit YMCA

The long-anticipated Prairie Summit YMCA project is officially set to break ground on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 5:00 PM,…
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“Grow Here”: Students Discover Cedar Rapids Opportunities at the Mayor’s Youth Conference

Groundbreaking Set for Prairie Summit YMCA

Community Celebrates Renovations and Additions to the New 9th Grade Center and Prairie Delta

Soil Science Experts Share Their Knowledge

Iowa Department of Education on the Prairie Campus to Film Career Pathway Programs

Future-Focused: 9th Graders Explore Post-Secondary Options

Ying Ying Chen IMPACT Award Goes to Amy Kay

“Grow Here”: Students Discover Cedar Rapids Opportunities at the Mayor’s Youth Conference

Groundbreaking Set for Prairie Summit YMCA

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“Grow Here”: Students Discover Cedar Rapids Opportunities at the Mayor’s Youth Conference

Groundbreaking Set for Prairie Summit YMCA

Community Celebrates Renovations and Additions to the New 9th Grade Center and Prairie Delta

Soil Science Experts Share Their Knowledge

Iowa Department of Education on the Prairie Campus to Film Career Pathway Programs

Future-Focused: 9th Graders Explore Post-Secondary Options

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Ying Ying Chen IMPACT Award Goes to Amy Kay

“Grow Here”: Students Discover Cedar Rapids Opportunities at the Mayor’s Youth Conference

Groundbreaking Set for Prairie Summit YMCA

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