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Cedar River Academy at Taylor Elementary School

720 7th Ave SW Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404 | 319-558-2477

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A note from our Principal

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Dear Cedar River Academy Families,

My name is Kendall Gent, and I am excited to introduce myself as the proud Principal here at Cedar River Academy. I am thrilled to be working with the great students, staff, and families here at CRA, and I can’t wait to make this a successful school year for our students.

As a school leader, my goal is to provide an equitable education where students feel safe and supported while reaching their full potential personally, socially, and academically. To achieve these goals, I will work with all of you to create a school culture that values continuous improvement, transparency, and collaboration from all stakeholders.

My professional experience has taken me from Iowa to Chicago, and my family and I are thrilled to be back home in Iowa. I graduated from the University of Northern Iowa and taught in Charles City before moving to Chicago to work in Chicago Public Schools. Most recently, I was the Resident Principal at Sayre Language Academy where I appreciated the opportunity to begin my educational leadership journey.

On a personal note, I grew up on a farm outside of North English, Iowa. I have been married to my wife, Hayley, for two years, and this past February, we welcomed our first child, our daughter, Annie. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, traveling around the world, trying new foods, making my own pizza, biking, and golfing.

I look forward to meeting everyone and am eager to get to know the amazing families here at Cedar River Academy!

Thank you,
Kendall Gent

Points of Pride

324 Students

15 Languages spoken in our school

1:1 Personal devices for all students

81 Dedicated staff