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Sep 22, 2026
Oct 13, 2026
Phase 1 improvements include but are not limited to the creation of a new site access point and driveway. Other Phase 1 work includes two new parking lots, including associated landscaping and storm sewer upgrades, two new half-court basketball and pickleball courts, and sidewalk and pedestrian site access improvements.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Ames
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
4,728
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1903540
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
8
Mascot
School mascot.
Little Cyclones
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
602.93
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Hell Score
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62 / 100
Propensity to Spend
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Ames Community School District
The board addressed various operational and financial items. Key discussions included consent agenda approvals regarding financial reports, personnel changes, and trademark license agreements for the district. The board reviewed reports from the Superintendent on facilities and enrollment, and received a report from the Chief Financial Officer regarding special education funding requests and English Learner cost modifications. New business actions involved approval of plans for a parking and driveway project, the purchase of Chromebooks and point-of-sale systems, the initiation of an audio-visual pilot program, and formal authorization for SBRC requests regarding special education and EL program costs.
The board meeting focused on several key administrative and operational items. The agenda included approvals for various contracts, resignations, and staff changes, along with the adoption of an athletic staff handbook and open enrollment policies. Specific agreements approved included partnerships for juvenile court liaison services, AmeriCorps services, entertainment for school events, and multiple trademark license and rewards program agreements. Additionally, the meeting featured reports from the superintendent and board members, and a work session dedicated to reviewing district goals and board focus areas.
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The board meeting addressed a consent agenda comprising claims, payroll, staff handbooks, and various service and trademark licensing agreements. Reports were delivered by the Associate Superintendent, Superintendent, and Chief Financial Officer, covering enrollment, staffing, legislative priorities, levy reviews, and the universal free breakfast program. New business items included the adoption of policies regarding disruptive behavior and student activity programs, as well as the district-developed service delivery plan for special education.
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