Celebrating Rare Disease Day
As the world celebrates Rare Disease Day on February 29, Jon and Renee Fleming, parents in the Ames Community School District, stand as a testament…
Read moreInclusive Playground Initiative for Elementary and Preschool Students
In a bid to enhance the play experiences of elementary and preschool students, the Ames Community School District has initiated a phased project to install…
Read moreAmazing Begins In Ames – Get Ready for Preschool or Kindergarten
The journey to an amazing educational experience for our littlest learners begins here! We are thrilled to invite you to explore the possibilities and opportunities…
Read moreBuilding Connections at Edwards
It all started with a simple idea from one person shared to make a difference in the lives of young students. When Sungjae (David) Lee,…
Read moreTwo Elementary Associate Principals Named
The Ames Community School District is excited to announce two elementary associate principals have been named in the District. Anthony Jahr will be the Associate…
Read moreGet to Know Jessica Sharp
Get to know our amazing Principals and Associate Principals during the month of October, National Principals Month. Jessica Sharp is the Principal at Edwards Elementary.
Read moreWelcome Back From Dr. Lawson
It brings me great joy to welcome all of our Ames Community School District students and families to the 2022-23 school year! The opening of…
Read moreFree Summer Meals 2022
The Ames Community School District is pleased to offer a free breakfast and lunch each day to every child in our community through the summer…
Read moreEdwards Elementary Chess Club
Every Tuesday and Thursday, sometimes as early as 12:10, a line begins forming outside a room at Edwards Elementary. Anxious students duck in and out,…
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