Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Cedar Rapids Community School District.
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Posted
Oct 27, 2026
Nov 13, 2026
Musical instruments.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Cedar Rapids
Enrollment
Total student enrollment.
15,224
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
1906540
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
30
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
2,448.5
Highest Grade
Highest grade level offered.
Grade 12
Procurement Difficulty Score
How easy their procurement process is to navigate. Lower is better.
47 / 100
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
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Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Cedar Rapids Community School District
The board conducted a meeting covering several administrative and operational items. Key actions included the appointment of the School District Board Treasurer and a public hearing regarding instructional time reporting for the 2026-2027 school year. The board approved various financial reports and agreements, including data sharing with the Kids First Law Center, partnerships with preschool learning sites, and legal aid services. Additionally, they accepted certificates of substantial completion for tennis court projects at Washington, Kennedy, and Jefferson High Schools, approved change orders for elementary school construction projects, discussed Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL) projects, and made delegate appointments for the Iowa Association of School Boards.
The meeting included celebrations for outstanding students and honored a staff member for 25 years of service. A report on the physical plant and equipment levy provided details on facility maintenance and upgrades, including roof replacements, flooring, and safety improvements. Additionally, an update on district reconfiguration projects was provided, covering topics such as school consolidations, design models, instrumental music, transportation, and bell schedules.
Public-sector contacts connected to Cedar Rapids Community School District.
This Lau Plan outlines the comprehensive approach for serving English Learners (ELs) across all grades within the district. It aims to foster English language development, academic achievement, and cross-cultural understanding, enabling students to function successfully and independently in mainstream classrooms. Key components include processes for identification and placement into the English as a Second Language (ESL) Language Instruction Education Program (LIEP), ensuring meaningful access to all district programs and activities, providing ongoing professional development for staff, administering annual English language proficiency assessments, defining clear exit criteria, and implementing monitoring procedures for exited students. The plan includes measurable goals such as increasing ELs' growth on the ELPA21 and proficiency on the ISASP reading subtest.
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