A local school district is participating in partnerships, to make their system better.

Superintendent of Cerro Gordo Schools, Dr. Emily Weidner says she is very excited about opportunities brought on by Kirby Medical Center like the Bronco's Work Out Program, A 7th-grade program on how to make nutritious meals and snacks, and the Adopt-A-Medic program.

Dr. Weidner also notes the Richland Transfer Academy, a partnership with Richland Community College that allows high school students to earn college credits early. She mentions that this has been going on for a few years and is among the number of partnerships they have with local colleges.

Dr. Weidner explains that to forge these partnerships, they look to the needs of their students, and it can take time for them to become fully fledged out. She says one of the challenges of being a small district is providing these opportunities to their students.  

Cerro Gordo Schools even offer financial assistance for some programs, and 100 dollar reimbursement if students get an A or B in their Richland Transfer Academy classes. You can find out more about these partnerships at cgbroncos.org or find them on Facebook.