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CRCSD welcomes Darius Ballard as Washington High principal; highlights library exhibit and Kennedy voter registration with Secretary Paul Pate

Cedar Rapids Community School District · February 5, 2026

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Summary

The podcast announced Darius Ballard's return to CRCSD as incoming principal of Washington High, promoted a third-grade clay exhibit at the Cedar Rapids Public Library, and highlighted a Kennedy High voter registration drive featuring Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate.

Justin welcomed "Mister Ballard" back to the district, saying Darius Ballard, after serving as chief of HR, is returning as the next principal of Washington High School. The hosts framed the move as a homecoming for Ballard and welcomed him to the "Warrior family."

Isabelle promoted a clay exhibit and reception at the Cedar Rapids Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 7 from 3:00 to 4:30 PM and encouraged families to attend. She also announced a Kennedy High School voter registration drive on Monday, Feb. 9 and noted the event will include a visit from Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate; the podcast did not provide further details about Mr. Pate's planned role at the event.

The segment packaged leadership news and community events as items of neighborhood interest and directed listeners to the district newsletter for more details.