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Prairie Backpack

College Community School District’s “green” approach to distributing information from school sponsored activities and non-profit organizations.

High School

Events

  • FFA Market

    Location
    Prairie Agriculture Building
    Audience
    All ages 0-100
    Cost
    $0-$40
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Prairie FFA
    Contact
    Laura Brecht
    Email
    laurabrecht@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 212-1034

    Information

    The Prairie FFA Chapter is excited to host our Second Annual FFA Market along with an Ag Building Open House and fun children’s activities!
    At the Market, students will showcase and sell products from their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects, including farm-fresh eggs, baked goods, produce, sweet treats, and more. This year, we will also be selling our pumpkins and mums, available exclusively during the event. Also, don’t miss out on the new Cow Pie High coffee, which will be available to try or buy at this year’s market.
    Families, friends, and community members are invited to tour our Ag Building, meet our students, and see the hands-on learning happening in our program.
    📍 Prairie Ag Building
    🗓 Saturday, September 27th
    ⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    We look forward to seeing you there to support our students and celebrate agriculture at Prairie!

  • Farm 5K For A Cure

    Location
    Bass Farms, Mount Vernon
    Audience
    students and families
    Cost
    10
    RSVP
    Sep 20, 2025
    Organization
    American Cancer Society
    Contact
    Haley Huntington
    Email
    haley.huntington@cancer.org
    Phone
    (319) 248-0047

    Information

    Join a new timed 5K race at Bass Farms as we run along the crops to fundraise for the American Cancer Society! Time tracking will be provided by Fitness Sports. In-person check-in will be open at 7:30 am on September 20th at Bass Farms near the admission booth. Students are able to volunteer, please check our website for details.

  • Project SAFE CRCA 7th Annual Fundraiser

    Location
    El Kahir Shrine 905 Tower Terrace Road, Hiawatha, IA 52233
    Audience
    All
    Cost
    Free
    Organization
    Project SAFE CRCA
    Contact
    Mike Farr
    Email
    mgfarr@yahoo.com
    Phone
    (319) 721-9812

    Information

    Join us for our 7th Annual Fundraiser on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the El Kahir Shrine in Hiawatha, IA. This family-friendly event will feature live music, activities, raffles, auctions, and more—all in support of reducing stigma around depression and advancing mental health awareness.

  • Youth in Aviation Day at CID

    Location
    9430 Shepard Ct. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
    Audience
    All Ages
    Cost
    Free
    RSVP
    Sep 20, 2025
    Organization
    Eastern Iowa Airport • CID
    Contact
    Rob Miller
    Email
    r.miller@flycid.com
    Phone
    (319) 573-0249

    Information

    This FREE open house event will include several aviation-related activities, an open house, and a static aircraft display. Yes, it is called Youth in Aviation Day, but if you love aviation, there will be something to see and do for all ages.
    Confirmed partners include:
    Kirkwood CC • EAA Chapter 33 • Coe College • Iowa 99s • Nasa (Iowa State University) • Collins Aerospace • Signature Aviation • General Aviation Aircraft • Chinook & Lifeguard Helicopters • Eastern Iowa Women in Aviation

  • Johnson County 4-H Pancake Breakfast

    Location
    Johnson County Fairgrounds, Iowa City
    Audience
    Youth of all ages and their family members
    Cost
    Free will donation
    Organization
    Johnson County Extension and Outreach
    Contact
    Claire Svenby
    Email
    cmsvenby@iastate.edu
    Phone
    (319) 337-2145

    Information

    The 23rd Annual Johnson County 4-H Pancake Breakfast is set for Sunday, September 28th, from 8 a.m. to noon in Building C on the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

    Guests will be treated to a warm breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, and more while connecting with friends, neighbors, and local supporters. In addition to the meal, attendees can participate in a silent auction featuring themed baskets and donated items from generous businesses and community members.

    The event is a free-will donation. Proceeds directly benefit the Johnson County 4-H program, helping cover enrollment fees, support hands-on learning opportunities, and fund events for more than 500 youth and volunteers across the county.

  • Thursday Fun Night

    Location
    Prairie High School- South Gym, John Wall Field, and B lot.
    Audience
    The entire Prairie Community
    Organization
    Student Council
    Contact
    Grace Knock
    Email
    graceknock63@gmail.com
    Phone
    (319) 330-5345

    Information

    Thursday Fun Night includes the Powder Puff/Buff games (girls football/boys volleyball), food trucks, yard games, and a petting zoo!

  • Prairie Homecoming T-Shirts

    Location
    Online
    Audience
    CCSD students and families
    Cost
    $15
    RSVP
    Sep 08, 2025
    Organization
    Business Professionals of America/The FanStand
    Contact
    Kim Hynek
    Email
    khynek@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    Homecoming Shirts for Sale!

  • GROWFEST

    Location
    GROW at Kazimour Farm & Orchard; 2630 Otis Rd. SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52403
    Audience
    Activities are geared for students of all ages
    Cost
    Free to attend
    Organization
    GROW at Kazimour Farm & Orchard
    Contact
    Kory Kazimour
    Email
    info@growwithkazimour.org
    Phone
    (319) 364-3573

    Information

    GROWFEST at Kazimour Farm & Orchard – Harvest. Play. Celebrate.
    Join us on Saturday, October 4, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. for a family-friendly fall harvest celebration, just five minutes from New Bo (2630 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids). Admission is free!

    Shop organically grown apples, pumpkins, and gourds, sip fresh cider, and enjoy fall-themed baked goods. Kids of all ages will love the activities and orchard fun.

    Hosted by GROW, a local nonprofit empowering individuals of all abilities through horticulture.

  • University of Iowa Parent and Teen Driving Study Recruitment

    Location
    Driving Safety Research Institute (2401 Oakdale Blvd, Coralville, IA 52241)
    Audience
    Middle and High School Students (and their parents/guardians)
    Organization
    Childhood Injury Risk Prevention (ChIRP) Research Lab, University of Iowa College of Public Health
    Contact
    O'Neal ChIRP Lab
    Email
    cph-oneal-lab@uiowa.edu
    Phone
    (319) 335-1840

    Information

    We are inviting teen drivers with learner’s permits and their parents/guardians to participate in a research study at the University of Iowa that is testing a parent-focused teen driving program. This program seeks to help parents/guardians better prepare their teens for independent driving by focusing on training teens to anticipate hazards on the road before they become critical. Participation requires two 90-minute visits to the Driving Safety Research Institute in Coralville, IA. The visits involve using a state-of-the-art driving simulator and answering online questionnaires. Parents/guardians and teens will each be paid $70 for completing all study procedures. *Recruitment is currently underway and ongoing through October*

  • Horse back riding lessons and trail riding

    Location
    Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca 3271 Sandy Beach Rd. NE. Solon IA 52333
    Audience
    4th grade and up
    Cost
    Lessons: Beginner $60 Intermediate $100 Advanced $150
    Organization
    Camp Io-Dis-E-Ca
    Contact
    Jonathan Temme
    Email
    banmanger@iodiseca.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-4187