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Pella Schools Gear Up for Busy Final Stretch
Superintendent Greg Ebeling to retire after 15 years leading the district
Mar. 13, 2026 at 2:55pm
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The Pella Community School District is preparing for a fast-paced final two months of the academic year after spring break, with a range of activities and events leading up to Tulip Time and graduation. This period will be bittersweet for Superintendent Greg Ebeling, who is set to retire this summer after 15 years leading the district.
Why it matters
The homestretch of the school year is always a busy time for districts, but Pella's schedule is especially packed with community events like Tulip Time in addition to the usual athletics, fine arts, and graduation preparations. Ebeling's retirement after 15 years at the helm will also mark a significant transition for the district.
The details
Pella Community School District Superintendent Greg Ebeling says the 4th quarter is often the quickest moving, with preparations for Tulip Time and graduation coming in addition to a wide range of athletics and fine arts activities hosting several public events. Spring break in Pella starts on Monday, and the fast-paced final two months of the academic year will begin after that.
- Spring break in Pella starts on Monday (March 17, 2026).
- Ebeling is set to retire this summer after 15 years as superintendent.
The players
Greg Ebeling
Superintendent of the Pella Community School District, set to retire this summer after 15 years leading the district.
Pella Community School District
The public school district serving the city of Pella, Iowa.
What they’re saying
“The 4th quarter is often the quickest moving, with preparations for Tulip Time and graduation coming in addition to a wide range of athletics and fine arts activities hosting several events for the public to attend.”
— Greg Ebeling, Superintendent
What’s next
Ebeling's retirement will be effective at the end of the 2025-2026 school year, and the district will begin the process of selecting a new superintendent.
The takeaway
Pella's schools are facing a busy final stretch of the academic year, balancing end-of-year events and activities with the transition to new district leadership as long-serving Superintendent Greg Ebeling retires after 15 years.
