CC/E Elementary lands $116K grant

Clay Central/Everly officials on Monday had a reason to celebrate.

The Iowa Department of Education announced the district was one of 67 schools to earn a Learning Beyond the Bell grant. CC/E's total haul was worth $116,215.

"It is a rather comprehensive grant," said CC/E Director of Student Services Michelle Huntress. "We are very excited!"

According to the department of education, the grant's goal is to expand and sustain high-quality before-and-after school programs that support families and advance student achievement in partnership with community organizations. Huntress said CC/E will use...