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A young girl with braided hair wearing a pink sweater stands in front of a colorful wall with motivational text.
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OUR STORIES

 

Flip the Script: Rewriting the Story of Success

Great things are happening at Waterloo Schools! Dive into "Flip the Script," a collection of compelling testimonials from students and staff who have overcome challenges and made great strides toward their personal and academic goals. Get inspired by these powerful stories of success and continuous improvement, with new features from our school buildings shared throughout the year.

 

A young boy with a cheerful expression stands in front of a colorful, handwritten sign on the wall behind him.

"I’ve learned how to self-regulate and it’s a great feeling!"

Weylin, Fred Becker Elementary

 

A young girl with braided hair is smiling and holding a green apple in front of a colorful wall with motivational text and drawings.

"Being a leader means you can spread your wings and fly!"

Korian, Fred Becker Elementary

A young boy with blond hair and a bright smile is standing in a room with a green wall and an American flag in the background.

"I like my teachers because they make me smile!"

 

Dallas, Fred Becker Elementary

A young girl with curly blonde hair sits cross-legged on a table, smiling brightly and wearing a colorful patterned shirt, while a heart-shaped artwork and potted plant can be seen in the background.

"It is important to be true to yourself and focus on you!"

Dorian, Fred Becker Elementary

OUR MISSION

One Waterloo, Infinite Possibilities

The Waterloo Schools will set the standard for urban education by ensuring that every student is given the comprehensive support and diverse experiences needed to graduate with a diploma and a plan.

 

Waterloo United High School

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Construction is underway and Waterloo United High School is scheduled to open for the 2028-29 school year. 

 

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Secondary Transition Programs

Secondary Transition Programs


Give your student a head start! Learn about our unique Secondary Transition Programs that prepare high school students for life after graduation. Learn how our students build the skills necessary for a successful transition into adulthood.

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Teacher Features

BaileeBean

Celebrate the bright future of education! This monthly series highlights the inspiring success stories of our dedicated first and second-year teachers and strategists. We are incredibly proud of their contributions! 

 

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Waterloo Career Center

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The Waterloo Career Center's 18 programs allow students to gain invaluable, hands-on work-based learning experience in high-demand fields, supported by our local business partners. Start earning college credits now, build a professional network, and graduate with the practical skills needed to thrive.

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FAST FACTS

Waterloo by  the Numbers

 

10,000

Students and Growing

19

SCHOOLS WITHIN OUR DISTRICT

90%

EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION REACHED DURING 2024-25

11th

LARGEST DISTRICT IN IOWA

45+

LANGUAGES SPOKEN

1800+

EMPLOYEES