On the Right Track: CRCSD
Welcome to On the Right Track: CRCSD, the official podcast of the Cedar Rapids Community School District. Join us as we celebrate the stories, successes, and innovations shaping our schools and community. From heartfelt conversations with educators and students to in-depth discussions with district leaders and community partners, this podcast is your ticket to staying informed and inspired. Whether we’re sharing classroom triumphs, exploring initiatives that empower learners, or addressing the challenges and opportunities in education today, we’re always focused on one goal: keeping everyone on the right track to success.
Tune in, engage, and discover how CRCSD is making a difference every day!
On the Right Track: CRCSD
Future Ready Today: District Newsletter December 18th
Here is the episode description for your final 2025 community update:
Future Ready Today: Episode Title (e.g., Holiday Wishes, A Milestone Name Change, and 1,126 Smiles)
In our final episode of 2025, we celebrate a record-breaking holiday dinner, a major tech grant, and share an important personal update from our Superintendent.
Happy Holidays from CRCSD: As we head into winter break, we share our warmest wishes for your family and provide a quick guide to adjusted district office hours at the ELSC. Note that our next update will be on January 8th, 2026.
A Personal Update: Join us in congratulating our Superintendent! Dr. Tawana Grover was married this summer and will officially transition to her married name, Dr. Tawana Lannin, starting in January.
In This Episode:
- Jefferson Holiday Dinner: Hear the staggering final numbers from this beloved tradition—1,126 meals served and a beautiful display of community support.
- Iowa BIG Wins Big: A look at the $17,400 grant that will provide our students with industry-standard computer science certifications at no cost.
- Elementary Model UN: Celebrating our young diplomats who stepped into the roles of international delegates to solve global problems.
- Final Call for Calendar Feedback: Your last chance to weigh in on the proposed 2026-2027 school calendar.
Glance Around the District: From squid dissections at Wilson and mime showcases at Washington to "Holiday on the Farm" at Erskine, we highlight the festive and hands-on learning happening in every corner of our district.