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05/30/2026
We are so proud of our elementary emergent bilingual students and the teachers who support them every day! ELPA21 results are in, and 12 elementary students exited services during the 2025-26 school year! This is an incredible accomplishment that reflects hard work, growth. and perseverance. If you see these students, be sure to congratulate them on this huge achievement!
Same hallways. Different chapters. A sweet exchange of advice between the Saydel Class of 2026 and our Cornell kindergarteners. Congratulations Seniors!
05/29/2026
2026 Graduate Walk. Congratulations seniors!!!
05/27/2026
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-kq4Xf0klc
Bond Ref News Confrence v2 Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
05/27/2026
Greetings Saydel Community!!
We have an exciting announcement to share with the stakeholders of our Saydel Family. Over the past eight months, the Saydel Facility and Grounds Steering Committee, consisting of over 40 members (community, parents, staff, and board members), has been working diligently to identify projects across our district for an upcoming bond referendum. The project sets at each campus address three major areas: safety and security, classroom and learning spaces, and activities and athletics, which all help to increase the longevity of our facilities and grounds as well as the sustainability of our district as a premier school in the metropolitan area. It’s truly a WIN for Learners, a WIN for Taxpayers, and a WIN for Schools and the Community.
Furthermore, we will be asking our public to support a $26.9M bond effort, which will not raise our school tax rate. For more information (project details, FAQ, Timeline, and Town Hall Meetings-TBD), please see our Saydel Bond Referendum Webpage, as well as taking time to view our Saydel Bond Referendum Kick-Off Video.
Saydel Bond 2026: https://www.saydel.k12.ia.us/page/bond-referendum-project-2026
Kickoff Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Vt7b1bY_Ks
Lastly, we have a team working to circulate a bond petition, where we will be collecting signatures in efforts to place the referendum on the November 3, 2026 ballot. If you are interested in signing the petition, you may request a team member to stop by your residence to sign and share more information on the effort, you may also stop by the district office to sign, and/or you can look for committee representatives at upcoming school and community events.
Thank you for your time today and your ongoing support of our amazing schools. Go Eagles!!!
Yours In Service,
Todd A. Martin, Saydel CSD Superintendent
Here is the May edition of Martin Minutes, created by Eagle Eye Productions.
Cornell Elementary School's 2026 Field Day Annual Eagle Olympics will be held June 2. The fun begins at 9 AM. Parents are welcome to attend! Please check in at the Cornell office when you arrive!
As we begin to wrap up another school year, we reflect on the growth, resilience and countless meaningful moments that made this year special. Through it all, our teachers and staff continued to lead with heart, encouragement and dedication, making a lasting difference in the lives of our students. Happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week to our incredible staff at Saydel!
04/28/2026
Registration deadline is quickly approaching! Log into your Parent Portal to complete your student's registration for the 2026-27 school year before May 1st! If you have questions, call the Saydel District Office.