We were thrilled to welcome members of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) to the Waukee Innovation & Learning Center today! YALI empowers young leaders who are making a positive impact in their communities in Africa. The leaders are currently at Drake University for a six-week program on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business.
Waukee Community School District
Education Administration Programs
Waukee, IA 3,593 followers
Inspiring learners who feel valued, challenged, and prepared to embrace tomorrow’s opportunities.
About us
Waukee Community School District is dedicated to optimizing individual learning and potential for success in a global community. We are committed to delivering a relevant and challenging curriculum that promotes engaging learning experiences. Teachers, administrators, and curriculum facilitators work collaboratively to review curriculum for all content areas. We work together to ensure all students have access to a rigorous curriculum that defines what every student will know, understand, and be able to achieve.
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https://waukeeschools.org/
External link for Waukee Community School District
- Industry
- Education Administration Programs
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Waukee, IA
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 1916
- Specialties
- PK-12 Education and Waukee APEX
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Employees at Waukee Community School District
Updates
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“The relationship I have with the team is not something ordinary.” The state softball tournament starts Monday, and the NWHS Wolves will take the field with a starting pitcher just out of 8th grade! Read what it’s been like for Sophia Schlader to join the varsity team at such a young age and find out one unique goal she’s set for herself. #WeAreWaukee https://bit.ly/3Wr0YJ0ac
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🎉 We're celebrating a strong credit rating from Moody's! Three cheers for our Business Office team! Read more: https://bit.ly/467Szh0.
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Congrats to Jackson Wentworth, a Waukee CSD alum, for being selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 2024 MLB draft! 👏 Jackson took time out of his busy week to reflect on his journey from playing baseball at WHS to achieving his dreams. Check it out: https://lnkd.in/gRZizeJG
Waukee CSD Alum Drafted to MLB
https://www.waukeeschools.org
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We're cheering for Evan Correll, a Waukee High School alum, as he races to punch his ticket to Paris! 🏅 Evan is competing at the following events in the U.S. Paralympic Trials July 18-20 (streaming live on Peacock): ◾ 400m Open Wheelchair ◾ 5000m 53.54 Wheelchair ◾ 800m 54 Wheelchair ◾ 100m Open Wheelchair ◾ 1500m 53.54 Wheelchair ◾ 100m 54 Wheelchair ◾ 400m 54 Wheelchair
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Furniture, including this piano for music class, is going in at our newest school — Waterford Elementary. Later this month, playground installation will ramp up! Who's ready for school to start?! 🎵📚 #WeAreWaukee
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This month on Talk the Wauk, tune in to hear from Waukee High School recent graduates Sam Graeve and Ethan Kellar about their journey from high school to collegiate gaming! 🎮 Listen now: https://bit.ly/4eNVjE2
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Mike Trude isn't just a bus driver — he's the "grandpa" of the Northwest High School varsity softball team. He always drives the team to their away games and then heads to his spot by the fence to cheer. Watch this quick video to make your day a bit brighter! ☀️🚌 #WeAreWaukee
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Ian Coon, a 2016 Waukee High School grad, found his passion for marketing and communications through the Waukee APEX program. Now a Communications Manager at the Alliance for Education in Seattle, Ian's hands-on experience with APEX was instrumental to his success. #WeAreWaukee Read more of Ian's story: https://bit.ly/4eW53fK
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Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) gathered over 16,000 students and academic advisers in Orlando, Florida last week! The annual conference brought together top career and technical education students to compete in over 100 events, attend sessions with industry leaders, and elect a national student officer team. This event highlights students' achievements and their ability to apply classroom skills in real-world scenarios. Students from Waukee FBLA and Northwest FBLA attended, competing in various business, entrepreneurship, and computer science events. Anika Yadav, a graduated senior from Waukee, completed her term as the National North Central Region Vice President. What a great experience for our students! 👏
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