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 January 15
In this episode, we discuss a significant update to the district’s facility planning timeline, celebrate major wins in music and ethics, and share why there were baby sheep roaming the halls of Jefferson High!
A Message of Partnership: Dr. Tawana Lannin joins us to discuss the "why" behind our budget conversations. Most importantly, she shares a newly adjusted timeline for school consolidations—proposing a pause for the 2026–2027 school year to allow for more community engagement and a deeper understanding of student impact.
Student Excellence on the Big Stage:
- Technical Precision: We celebrate the 10 CRCSD student-musicians selected for the prestigious NEISTA District Honor Orchestra.
- Ethical Leadership: A first-of-its-kind combined team from Kennedy, Washington, and City View takes home 2nd place at the Iowa High School Ethics Bowl.
In This Episode:
- Important Dates: A reminder for the upcoming long weekend (No school Jan 16 & 19).
- Life After Graduation: Details on the "Navigating Life After High School" event on February 4th for students with IEPs and their families.
- National Thank You Month: How you can join us in recognizing the staff members who make a difference every day.
Glance Around the District: We take a quick trip through our schools to see "Fairy Tales on Trial" at West Willow, persuasive tableaus at JSA, and some very special four-legged guests at Jefferson.