Monthly Archives: August 2012

Hundreds rally to launch Marshalltown’s public anti-bullying campaign

Posted on August 31, 2012 by marshalltownschools

They flocked to the downtown square today clad in similar orange T-shirts with “Not In Our Town” and “Stop hate. Together.” emblazoned on the front. But the messages on back were customized to fit their roles in this county seat … Continue reading →

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Marshalltown ACT scores up across the board, surpass state average

Posted on August 22, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School ACT scores saw increases across the board in 2012, with an overall district composite score of 22.9. The state composite scores is 22.1. “I am proud and pleased for our students, teachers and parents,” said Dr. Marvin … Continue reading →

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‘Dream big’: MHS starts year with Olympics-themed rally

Posted on August 21, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Principal Aiddy Phomvisay told students and staff to dream big during an assembly at Marshalltown High School on the first day of classes. Phomvisay stressed that MHS students were more than just test scores and school colors and challenged students … Continue reading →

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Marshalltown schools ready for start of year

Posted on August 21, 2012 by marshalltownschools

The cleaning and facilities crews for Marshalltown schools have had another busy summer and the schools are ready for the start of the school year, Pat Hemming, building operations supervisor, said at Monday’s Marshalltown School Board meeting. School started Tuesday … Continue reading →

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Science Bound program taps into young potential

Posted on August 20, 2012 by marshalltownschools

If someone has talent in a particular sport, it appears they are groomed from a very young age to nurture that talent. The same philosophy is being used for a program that partners Marshalltown schools and Iowa State University known … Continue reading →

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President Obama visits Miller Middle School

Posted on August 15, 2012 by marshalltownschools

President Barack Obama stopped in Marshalltown Tuesday afternoon, the first sitting president to stop since Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1940. President Obama’s visit was part of a three-day campaign trip across Iowa. Before stopping in Marshalltown he held a rally … Continue reading →

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MHS cheerleaders perform at Kansas City Chiefs Spirit Day

Posted on August 14, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School cheerleaders traveled to Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City Aug. 10 to perform in the Chiefs’ halftime show. The students were part of Spirit Day, an opportunity for high school cheerleaders to work with Chiefs Cheerleaders and perform … Continue reading →

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MHS student is semifinalist in “America the Beautiful” national essay contest

Posted on August 6, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School student Chandler Fisher is one of 100 national semifinalists in the “America the Beautiful” essay contest sponsored by Rand-McNally. The contest invited students across the country to compose a 400-600 word essay on one question: Where’s the … Continue reading →

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Orientations, open houses planned to start school year

Posted on August 2, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown Community Schools have many events in the upcoming weeks to welcome students and their families to a new school year. Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2012 Woodbury Elementary Kindergarten/New Parent Orientation, 5:30pm, Woodbury Gym Thursday, Aug. 16, 2012 Lenihan Intermediate Parent … Continue reading →

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