Maury Gallagher

This document outlines the foundational principles of the Clear Creek Amana Community School District. Its core values emphasize providing high-quality educational opportunities for student success and fostering a collaborative learning culture by investing in exceptional teachers. The mission is to prepare students to be productive, responsible community members by providing an environment that brings learning to life. The vision is to foster a family atmosphere while immersing students in diverse academic experiences for their future, maintaining strong parent, student, and staff relationships with a focus on safety and education.

The board meeting was held to address administrative and governance matters for the school district.

The board conducted a candidate forum for the upcoming school board election. Key discussion topics included the process for write-in campaigns for District 2 and District 4 seats, potential adjustments for at-large seat vacancies, candidate motivations and qualifications for serving on the board, and strategic goals such as competitive teacher compensation, academic improvements, and community engagement. Candidates also discussed their communication styles and their commitment to the district's long-term success.

The principal introduced the administrative team and shared the school's commitment to supporting the success of the freshman class. Representatives from the athletic booster club discussed membership opportunities, fundraising efforts through concessions, and financial contributions to various school sports programs. Additional topics covered included student involvement in extracurricular activities, the communication platforms PowerSchool and Schoology, academic and social-emotional support provided by school counselors, and resources available for college and career readiness.

This document outlines the instructional calendar for the Clear Creek Amana Community School District for the 2026-2027 academic year. It details student days, student contact hours, and key dates for quarters and trimesters. The calendar also specifies student hours for various schools, staff development days, and snow make-up days, ensuring compliance with the State of Iowa's minimum instructional hour requirements.