There are a variety of school choice options available for many of the 725,000 children living in Iowa. Families in Iowa can choose from traditional public schools, public charter schools, public magnet schools, private schools, online academies, and homeschooling.
If you’re a parent looking for school choice options for your child head to our Iowa State Guide.
National School Choice Week (NSCW) informs, inspires, and empowers parents to discover the K-12 education options available for their children, including traditional public, charter, magnet, online, private, and home schooling.
Every January, tens of thousands of schools, organizations, and individuals plan unique events and activities to shine a positive spotlight on effective education options in their communities.
In 2025, we are partnering with 231 schools and organizations in Iowa to raise awareness of K-12 education options.
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Events
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All-Star Events
Holy Cross School – All Star 2025
Jan 24
Open to Public: No
Holy Cross School
Sioux City
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Holy Cross School will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) and Catholic Schools Week with a student rally.
Hillside Christian School – All Star 2025
Jan 27
Open to Public: No
Hillside Christian School
Coralville
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Hillside Christian School will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with some in-class games and activities.
Collins-Maxwell Elementary School – All Star 2025
Jan 18
Open to Public: Yes
Collins-Maxwell Elementary School
Collins
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Collins-Maxwell Elementary School will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with classroom activities and a school dance.
North Iowa Christian School – All Star 2025
Jan 31
Open to Public: Yes
North Iowa Christian School
Mason City
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The North Iowa Christian School will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with a spirit week, including a pep rally featuring prayer, worship, and cross-grade team-building games.
St. James Catholic Elementary School – All Star 2025
Jan 30
Open to Public: No
St. James Catholic Elementary School
Washington
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St. James Catholic Elementary School will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) by having students participate in different daily activities that demonstrate the importance of Christian-based education and what they most appreciate about it.
Sacred Heart Catholic School – All Star 2025
Jan 27
Open to Public: No
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Spencer
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Sacred Heart will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with a spirit week and engaging social media campaign.
Evans Junior High School – All Star 2025
Jan 27
Open to Public: No
Evans Junior High School
Ottumwa
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Evans Junior High School will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) by honoring their school counselors’ contributions to the school and district. They will host an assembly and various activities highlighting how counselors support students’ academic, social-emotional, and mental health needs in an ever-changing world.
Horizon Science Academy – All Star 2025
Jan 27
Open to Public: No
Horizon Science Academy – Des Moines
Des Moines
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Horizon Science Academy Des Moines will celebrate National School Choice Week (NSCW) with five themed days: School Spirit Day & Kickoff Assembly, Community Service Day, Program & Classroom Showcases, Innovation Day, and Friday Funday, each highlighting our school’s unique opportunities and community spirit.
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