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Foundation for Iowa City Community School District gives teachers $50,000 in grants

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October 5, 2023

Foundation for Iowa City Community School District gives teachers ,000 in grants

IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – Eric Dugdale of North Liberty can speak 8 languages, including French. And now he’s sharing that knowledge as a first year French instructor in the Iowa City Community School District. But he’s missing some key supplies in his curriculum.

“Well I’d love to take all 120 students with me to France, or to Québec City, or to Kinshasa and immerse them in French language and cultures, but since that’s not feasible, I wanted to bring some authentic materials into the classroom,” said Dugdale.

Through the district’s nonprofit, Foundation for ICCSD, he was able to apply for a portion of a $50,000 grant. Now, he has several French maps, authentic French sporting equipment, and art on its way to his classrooms.

And he’s not the only one, nearly 100 other teachers are also benefiting from this grant.

“We kind of have a range of priorities that we work through and we try to say yes to as many as we can, especially our new teachers, trying to provide any new teachers with support that they need to get their classrooms going,” said Foundation for ICCSD Executive Director Laura Ebinger.

With a record number of applicants for this year’s ‘Little Idea Hunt,’ the district recognizes just how many educators are in need of the basics when it comes to teaching.

“I think it’s just so important for us to support the work of our teachers right now and it’s one way our community can really come together and show them that we respect this really difficult job and that they’re dedicated professionals doing the work,” said Ebinger.

And teachers like Dugdale are recognizing that through this opportunity.

“To me it’s a testament that I’m valued. I’ve come into this high school teaching profession at a late age and now I’m being equipped to do my job well,” said Dugdale.

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Iowa Wrestling Media Day Before Iowa State Dual – FloWrestling

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November 20, 2024

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Iowa Wrestling Media Day Before Iowa State Dual – FloWrestling

Iowa vs Iowa State is one of the most highly anticipated dual meets on the college wrestling calendar every single year. Iowa head coach Tom Brands addressed the media along with #1 ranked 157-pounder Jacori Teemer and #13 ranked heavyweight Ben Kueter on media the week of the event.

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For in-depth analysis of Iowa’s media day, check out John Bohnenkamp’s Hawkeye Insider.

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Head coach Tom Brands shares his thoughts on how All-American transfers Jacori Teemer, Kyle Parco, and Stephen Buchanan have added to the Hawkeye program and explains how he’s preparing his team for a matchup against Iowa State.

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Arizona State NCAA finalist Jacori Teemer looks ahead to his first ever Cy-Hawk dual and shares why his first few weeks in the Hawkeye lineup have been so enjoyable.

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Redshirt freshman heavyweight Ben Kueter shares his experience of watching Iowa vs Iowa State last year and explains his approach to taking on highly ranked Yonger Bastida.

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Photos: Iowa men’s basketball vs. Rider

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November 20, 2024

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The Iowa Hawkeyes faced the Rider Broncs on Tuesday night in a showdown at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The Hawkeyes defeated the Broncs, 83-58.

Pryce Sandfort continued to prove himself and led Iowa in scoring with 22 points. Owen Freeman was close behind with 19 points after being absent from the last game played at Carver. Tariq Ingraham led the Rider team, scoring 14 points.

Iowa will play again on Friday, November 22, against Utah State.

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Iowa men’s basketball: Junior guard Josh Dix unavailable for Hawkeyes’ game vs. Rider

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November 19, 2024

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Iowa men’s basketball: Junior guard Josh Dix unavailable for Hawkeyes’ game vs. Rider

IOWA CITY — Iowa guard Josh Dix is out for the Hawkeyes’ matchup with Rider on Tuesday.

Dix injured his wrist during Iowa’s win over Washington State on Friday in Moline, Ill. He tried playing through it but was largely ineffective and finished the game with just two points.

“Hopefully Josh’s injury will be taken care of relatively quickly,” Iowa coach Fran McCaffery said after the game. “We’ll have to see.”

The junior has started four games for the Hawkeyes this season, averaging 12.3 points and four assists per contest while shooting 44.4% from deep.

The Hawkeyes have already been hit with injuries fairly often this season. Seydou Traore missed the first two games. Owen Freeman was unavailable for the game against South Dakota due to illness. Freshman Chris Tadjo, who is also out Tuesday, has also missed time.

Iowa plays Utah State on Friday in Kansas City, Missouri, in what is expected to be the Hawkeyes’ biggest challenge to date this season. The Aggies will enter that matchup with a 4-0 overall record and haven’t scored less than 95 points each game this season.

Dix’s status for that matchup will be an important storyline to track.

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