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Academic Calendar
Calendars CPU’s academic calendar is annually established and approved by the school board. Development of the calendar is conducted by the board and the administrative team, along with input from members of the public through public hearings on the calendar. Per state law, the school year must begin later than August 23rd, and include a minimum of 1,080 hours of…
Weather Closings & Delays
During the winter season, be mindful that delays and cancellations are probable. As early as possible, weather and road condition information is gathered from various sources, including city, county, state agencies, meteorologists, and personal inspection by school personnel including the Transportation Director. The safety of our students and employees is the overriding, deciding factor when cancelling or delaying school.
CPU Welcomes Mr. Hocking as Interim Superintendent as Board Continues Search Process
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 25, 2025 Hocking to Serve as Interim Superintendent as Board Continues Search Process CENTER POINT, IA — Pat Hocking has been selected to serve as interim superintendent of the Center Point-Urbana Community School District for the 2025-26 school year. The CPU School Board has approved a contract with Hocking to fill the role following careful consideration…
Mental Health Resources for Parents and Staff
Students’ unmet mental health needs can be a significant obstacle to student academic, career and social/emotional development and even compromise school safety. Schools are often one of the first places where mental health crises and needs of students are recognized and initially addressed. Below is a list of mental health services available throughout the metro area. This is not a…
4-year Old Preschool
Spend a Year Preparing for Kindergarten We are excited to welcome you and your family to Center Point-Urbana Preschool! Please register your child for an exemplary early learning educational experience. The objective of our 4-year-old preschool program is to provide a quality education for children during the year(s) before entering kindergarten. To attend, children must be four years old by…
Custodial & Maintenance
Welcome to the CPU CSD Custodial & Maintenance Departments! The Center Point-Urbana CSD maintains four school buildings, in addition to a number of departmental and outlying classroom buildings. The district is currently undergoing a Master Facilities Plan as part of improving all programs and services for our students, families, and stakeholders. Maintenance Department and Custodial ServicesLogan HoltzDirector of Custodial Services…
High School Principal Bio
Dan DeVore is proud to serve as the principal of Center Point-Urbana High School. A Cedar Rapids native, Mr. DeVore graduated from the University of Northern Iowa in 2005 with a degree in Social Science Education. He brings nearly two decades of experience in education—as a teacher, coach, and school leader—across a wide range of school settings. Before joining CPU,…
Intermediate Principal Bio
Mr. Dirk Troutman grew up in Sumner, IA graduating from Sumner High School in 1988. He continued his education at the University of Northern Iowa earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Social Studies Education in the spring of 1993 and his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership in 2002. Mr. Troutman taught high school social studies and coached in the…
Health & Nursing Services
Welcome to the Center Point-Urbana CSD’s Health Services page! CPU’s Health Services team consists of Registered Nurses (RN) and Health Secretaries. It is our goal to provide your child with a safe and healthy learning environment. Please reach out to the below staff if you have any questions regarding health services, immunizations, or screenings. Please note: All forms and related…
