It’s a zoo at Sioux City’s Loess Hills Elementary! A virtual zoo that is! As part of their FutureReady curriculum, first graders have been studying different animals from various habitats. Each student researched an animal, wrote a little piece about it, then shot a video of them reading their report. The videos were then made … READ MORE
The Siouxland Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee has declared 2019 “The Year of Ag in Siouxland” and will kick off the year’s events with a movie screening of “Food Evolution.” The screening will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at the Sioux City Career Academy, 627 Fourth St. The screening date coincides with the recent … READ MORE
Today, Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that the Computer Science is Elementary project is taking a crucial next step by inviting eligible Iowa schools to apply between Jan. 22 and March 29 for $50,000 one-time planning grants. “Tomorrow’s workforce is sitting in the classroom right now! Computer Science is Elementary builds on our efforts to expand … READ MORE
Students at Morningside Elementary celebrated the life and legacy of The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Monday, sharing their dreams in honor of his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Students filled their day with lessons about the activist and the impact he had on the US during his life. Those lessons featured books … READ MORE
Winners have been selected for the Sioux City Community School District 2019 Martin Luther King Jr. Art Contest, coordinated by Fine Arts and Community Outreach Program Coordinator Pat Toben. The theme for the contest this year is “UNITY.” All winning projects will be displayed at Mayflower Congregational Church on Monday, Jan. 21, 2019 for the … READ MORE
In 2014, the U.S. Department of Education recognized SCCSD as one of the original Future Ready Schools® (FRS) districts for its preliminary work leveraging technology to enhance student learning. During the past three years alone, the district increased its four-year high school graduation rate from 87.19 percent to 87.5 percent; implemented a staterecognized one-to-one student-to-device initiative at the high school level; expanded multiple science, technology, engineering, math (STEM), and career-focused program offerings; and developed seventeen school construction projects currently being implemented. As the district continues to expand its transformation efforts, SCCSD remains committed to providing relevant, rigorous, and innovative academic experiences to every student in the district.
The Sioux City Community School District (SCCSD) plans to offer two sessions of Traffic Education for the summer of 2019. The first session of classes will run May 29-June 28 and the second session will run June 26-July 26. Classes will be Monday through Friday, however some driving sessions may have to happen on weekends … READ MORE
West High students recognize educators who help them succeed. Amy Reid, Teacher: “Thank you for being an amazing teacher and for helping me out when I needed it. You helped me become a better writer and prepared me well for the ACT.” Beverly Weseman, Teacher: “Thank you for encouraging me to do better in everything … READ MORE
A California company specializing in earphones made a surprise donation to a Sioux City elementary school. Puro Sound Labs gave 700 pairs of earphones to Spalding Park Elementary during the holiday break, thanks to an East High School graduate who wanted to help local students and enhance their learning experience with high-end technology. Puro Sound … READ MORE
Congratulations to all nominees – we appreciate your hard work and dedication! Alyssa Louison, 1st Grade Teacher @ Unity Elementary “Alyssa has such positive relationships and interactions with her students and fellow staff members. She goes the extra mile to give her best each day. Alyssa is always willing to help other educators and educate them … READ MORE