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Our motto shows the value placed on a quality education program that aims to provide success for every student. Over 98% of Oelwein students graduate and over 87% go on the post-secondary education.
Both public and private schools consistently rank high in science, academics, sports, music and other disciplines and have received many state and several national awards. 27% of high school students take post-secondary classes at the NICC classrooms right next door. 80% of juniors take the ACT with the group average score exceeding Iowa composite scores and well above national scores. Over 80% of students participate in extra-curricular activities.
National recognition - An Oelwein math program was recognized nationally in the Weekly Reader this year. Fourth grade teacher Terry Rex is a leader in using the technically advanced Classroom Performance System (CPS) to teach his students math interactively using a large screen and remote-control clickers.
Oelwein, Hazleton, Stanley, and the surrounding rural areas make up the local school district. Present schools include:
- Little Husky Learning Center - Kindergarten - 317 8th Ave. SE, 283-2302
(also Child Care, Preschool, & Headstart)
Principal: Mary Beth Steggall (LHLC and Parkside)
- Parkside Elementary - 1st grade - 301 6th Ave. SW, 283-1245
Principal: Mary Beth Steggall
- Harlan Elementary - 2nd grade - 412 2nd Ave. NW, 319-283-2726
Principal: Don Ratcliff
- Wings Park Elementary - 3rd-5th grades - 111 8th Ave. NE, 319-283-1982
Principal: Don Ratcliff
- Sacred Heart Parochial School - K-6th - 601 1st Ave. SW, 319-283-1366
(and Elf Pre-school). More info at: Sacred Heart Website
- Middle School - 6th-8th grades - 300 12th Ave. SE, 319-283-3015
Principal: John Amick
- Senior High School - 9th-12th grades - 315 8th Ave. SE, 319-283-2731
Principal: Frank Christenson
- Regional Education Center/Alternative High School - 10th-12 grades - 319-283-2845
Superintendent: Jim Patera
Administration Building
307 8th Ave. SE, Oelwein, IA 50662
Phone: 319-283-3536
Fax: 319-283-4497
Email: pateraj@oelwein.k12.ia.us
For more information:
For inquiries and for comprehensive information regarding activities, curriculum, improvement plan, programs, and staff, visit the school's web site:
www.oelwein.k12.ia.us
Husky Hub Community Center
The Husky Hub Center - is a Family Resource Center with community partnerships with services to assist families, youth and children. The Husky Hub Center is conveniently located in the Middle School at 300 12th Ave. SE, Suite 2, Oelwein, 319-283-5610; fax: 319-283-9813.
For the latest list of agencies located at the Husky Hub please call 319-283-3536.
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