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Ottumwa Community Schools

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The Ottumwa Community School District ’ s mission is to “ Be the Best ,” whether that is for its families , students or staff . Home of the Bulldogs , the district has strengthened its partnerships with other local entities to give its students real-world opportunities before graduating . In 2022 , the district approved a reshuffling of its south side buildings and high school , decreasing the number of students in those buildings while enhancing the educational experience ; Those changes are expected for the 2023-24 school year . The school district also opened its Gateway Learning Center in 2022 . Ottumwa High School is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023 .

Ottumwa Community Schools

Michael McGrory Superintendent 641-684-6597 michael . mcgrory @ ottumwaschools . com
2022 Certified Enrollment : 4,368 — 54.8 % White — 25.6 % Hispanic — 7.2 % Black / African American — 7.2 % Hawaiian / Pacific Islander — 2.9 % Asian — 1.8 % Multi-Racial
The Cardinal Community School District in Eldon is dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for all children . The district is one of the fastest-growing in Iowa , having grown by 55 % in the last decade because of open enrollment , the sixth-largest increase in the state . The school district offers Chromebook computers to all students in grades 6-12 as part of its 1-to-1 initiative . Faculty , staff and administration in the district
foster communities of lifelong learners , and strive to be guided by learning research in giving every child an opportunity to succeed in a safe , nurturing environment . 2022 Certified Enrollment : 944 — 89.5 % White — 5.4 % Hispanic — 3.2 % Multi-Racial — 1 % Black / African American — 0.5 % Hawaiian / Pacific Islander — 0.3 % Asian — 0.1 % Native American
The Eddyville-Blakesburg-Fremont Community School District has a rich history when it comes to academic , co-curricular and extra-curricular activities , and is known for the level of dedication the staff works with students and families , which is the backbone to a surge in academic achievement . The district believes in three core principles — having a growth mindset over a fixed mindset , having highly effective characteristics
of teaching that create a successful learning environment , and actively engaging students to discuss what they are learning and why they are learning it . 2022 Certified Enrollment : 944 — 89.5 % White — 5.4 % Hispanic — 3.2 % Multi-Racial — 1 % Black / African American — 0.5 % Hawaiian / Pacific Islander — 0.3 % Asian — 0.1 % Native American