Interested in becoming a WACO Warrior?
Families choose WACO Community School District for a supportive, student-centered learning environment where academic growth, strong relationships, and community values thrive—made possible by our unbelievable community support.
Why WACO?
📅 4-Day School Week – Offering families added flexibility while maintaining high-quality instruction
🌾 Hands-On Learning Opportunities – Including a brand new Eichelberger Farms Agri-Science Center
🏆 Positive & Supportive Climate – Proud to be named an Iowa Top Workplace, reflecting the strong culture we’ve built for staff and students
🎓 Considering Open Enrollment?
Learn more and get started here:
👉 https://www.wacocsd.org/page/open-enrollment
đź“Ł WACO Open Enrollment Deadlines
• Grades 1–12: Applications due March 1
• Kindergarten & Special Education Preschool: Applications due September 1
đź’¬ We want to hear from YOU!
If you’re part of the WACO family, comment below and tell us why you chose WACO Community School District. Your story might help another family make their decision!
6 months ago, Spencer Lueders
WACO Families,
In an effort to help families plan ahead, we want to notify you that WACO Community School District will operate on a 2-hour delay on Monday, January 19th, due to predicted cold weather conditions and the potential for blowing snow throughout the evening.
We appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we make adjustments to prioritize the safety and well-being of our students and staff.
Thank you for your continued support.
6 months ago, Spencer Lueders
Eichelberger Farms Agri-Science Center – Now in Action! 🌱
If you’ve driven past WACO lately, you’ve probably noticed the incredible transformation at the Eichelberger Farms Agri-Science Center—and now the most exciting part is here: students are actively utilizing this space!
What began as a vision has become a reality thanks to the countless individuals who helped plan, build, and facilitate this project. We are incredibly grateful for the unwavering support of our community, partners, and staff who made this transition possible.
This Agri-Science Center is without a doubt an extraordinary learning environment, providing our students with meaningful, hands-on agricultural experiences that bring learning to life.
Big things are growing at WACO—and we’re just getting started! 🌾
6 months ago, Spencer Lueders
WACO Families,
WACO CSD will dismiss at 1:00 p.m. today, December 11th, due to forecasted weather conditions. All evening activities and all practices are cancelled, and school buildings will remain closed for the remainder of the day.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
7 months ago, Spencer Lueders
WACO Breakfast!
9 months ago, WACO CSD
Every day, our dedicated staff go above and beyond to create a supportive, welcoming environment for our students.
To recognize these efforts, we are excited to introduce the WACO Staff Recognition Program! This initiative gives families and community members the chance to celebrate the incredible work happening across our district.
Here’s how it works:
👉 Share your nomination using this form:
https://forms.gle/cA4j2KWbcfamaJdL7👉 Each week, one nomination will be featured on the WACO CSD Facebook page and other platforms.
👉 The recognized staff members will be celebrated for their positive impact and contributions.
This program is our way of saying thank you and ensuring the everyday efforts of WACO staff don’t go unnoticed!
10 months ago, WACO CSD
JH Football practice starts on Wednesday Aug. 20 at 4:00pm.
Meet at the JH football locker room on the southwest corner of the track complex.
Come in shorts and T-shirt with cleets ready to practice.
11 months ago, WACO CSD
WACO Football is looking for managers. We need students wanting to be part of a team and help out with practice and game sideline duties. If you are interested or know of someone that might be, please contact Coach Edeker -
chad.edeker@wacocsd.org11 months ago, WACO CSD
WACO Activity Registration:
We will be collecting physicals and concussion forms on Bound this year.
11 months ago, WACO CSD
There are still some spots left in the afternoon. Get signed up before they are gone.
WACO has teamed up with JET Physical Therapy to offer a sports physical clinic at Kaufman Fitness Center on Monday, Aug. 4. Cost is $30 cash or check—no insurance will be taken. Contact Chad Edeker at chad.edeker@wacocsd.org for an appointment time.
12 months ago, WACO CSD
WACO Football Camps
The WACO football coaching staff will be hosting 3 different football skills camps in August.
3rd - 6th Camp: Aug. 4 - 6 - 9:00 - 11:00am
JH Camp: Aug. 7 - 8 - 9:00 - 11:00am
HS Camp: Aug. 5 - 7 - 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Contact Coach Edeker: 319-750-3851 or
chad.edeker@wacocsd.org if you know someone interested in attending.
GO WARRIORS!!!!!
12 months ago, WACO CSD
WACO has teamed up with JET Physical Therapy to offer a sports physical clinic at Kaufman Fitness Center on Monday, Aug. 4.
Cost is $30 cash or check—no insurance will be taken.
Contact Chad Edeker at
chad.edeker@wacocsd.org for an appointment time.
12 months ago, WACO CSD
about 1 year ago, WACO CSD
WACO has teamed up with JET Physical Therapy to offer a sports physical clinic at Kaufman Fitness Center on Monday, Aug. 4.
Cost is $30 cash or check—no insurance will be taken.
Contact Chad Edeker at
chad.edeker@wacocsd.org for an appointment time.
about 1 year ago, WACO CSD
It's that time of year again for athletes to be getting their sports physicals for the 2025-26 school year.
WACO has teamed up with JET Physical Therapy to offer a sports physical clinic at Kaufman Fitness Center on Monday, Aug. 4.
Cost is $30 cash or check—no insurance will be taken.
Contact Chad Edeker at
chad.edeker@wacocsd.org for an appointment time.
about 1 year ago, WACO CSD
WACO JH baseball/softball games for tonight (6/18/25) at home vs. Lone Tree have been cancelled. The make-up date is still TBA.
about 1 year ago, WACO CSD
Here is a great local option for Summer Foods for all kids 2-18.
Please see the attached information on how to sign up
about 1 year ago, WACO CSD
about 1 year ago, WACO CSD
Maize Gets Top 10 Finish
WACO freshman Ian Maize earned a 6th place finish at the National High
School Coaches Association Nationals at Virginia Beach last weekend.
He racked up seven wins in his bracket of more than 150 wrestlers,
picking up wins against wrestlers from Connecticut, Ohio, New York, Florida,
Maryland, and Pennsylvania.
over 1 year ago, WACO CSD
The Waco High School Girls Track team is hitting the track today at West Burlington! Get ready for a day of speed, strength, and determination as our girls give it their all at West Burlington @ 4:30!
Come out and cheer on our Warriors as they race for victory! 💙💛 Let’s show up, show out, and bring home some PRs!
#GoWaco #WarriorPride #TrackAndField #MeetDay
over 1 year ago, Mariah Christiansen
