Education
CBJ Newsmakers: Charter school opens at former Transamerica site, expansion pending
Development plans continue to unfold for the former Transamerica property, but some elements seemingly remain in limbo. Cedar Rapids Prep, a tuition-free public charter school operated by the nonprofit Opportunity Education Network, opened its doors in the fall of 2025,…
Cornell president on advisory committee to launch new pathway to law school
The Law School Admission Council (LSAC) has announced a new initiative that will offer undergraduate…
Kirkwood nursing program earns NLN CNEA Accreditation
Kirkwood Community College’s nursing program has earned accreditation status from the National League for Nursing…
Coralville elementary school vote passes
With 77.5% of the vote, Clear Creek Amana Community School District voters opted to pass…
Kirkwood program awarded at International Builders Show
Kirkwood Community College won two awards at the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International…
Kirkwood Safety Conference is set for Feb. 22
Kirkwood Community College will hold the annual Kirkwood Safety Conference, formerly the East Central Iowa…
Clear Creek Amana school district plans elementary school in Coralville
Clear Creek Amana Community School District voters will have the opportunity to voice their approval…
New partnership to help Kirkwood students pursuing tech careers
A new tuition assistance partnership between Kirkwood Community College and the City of Cedar Rapids…
Linn Area Credit Union donates $4,000 to school pantries
Linn Area Credit Union has donated $4,000 to local school districts to help stock the…
Kirkwood residential construction course for women launches Jan. 8
Kirkwood Community College, in partnership with Iowa City Neighborhood and Development Services, has announced it…
Iowa high school volleyball tournament moving to Coralville
The Iowa state high school volleyball tournament is leaving Cedar Rapids and will be played…
