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,…
Governor’s office renews push for computer science ed
Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds visited with students and education leaders from the Corridor during a…
Kirkwood looks back at 50
Kirkwood President Mick Starcevich discusses the community college’s nearly $1 billion economic impact in the…
Q&A: Bruce Rastetter
President, Iowa Board of Regents Interview by CBJ Editorial Board As CEO of Summit…
Re-imagining school and work
By Mary Ellen Maske | Guest Editorial When the comprehensive high school was created…
UI alum receives education award
By Pat Shaver IOWA CITY—A University of Iowa alum is being recognized for his career-long…
Education + marketing = engagement
By Lynn Manternach / Guest Editorial I have a passion for both marketing and education.…
Today’s teens need fiscal education
By Brad Baldwin / Guest Editorial In the coming months, millions of American teens will…
Today’s teens need fiscal education
By Brad Baldwin / Guest Editorial In the coming months, millions of American teens will…
An Opportunity for Continued Growth
By Gov. Terry Branstad / Guest Editorial Iowans are thankful for those who give their…
Pearson to close Northgate office next year
Company to cut 40 jobs, move 100 jobs to Cedar Rapids By Pat Shaver IOWA…
Cornell’s strategic plan for the future
By Sarah Binder MOUNT VERNON–He’s looking through the lens of higher education. Jonathan Brand, president…
Corridor base allows West Music to grow into a nationally, globally respected business
By Griffen Harris CORALVILLE–The industry has taken note of its success. The National Association of…
