Monthly Archives: March 2012

Miller team takes Central Iowa Battle of the Books championship

Posted on March 30, 2012 by marshalltownschools

The Miller 8th Grade ELP Battle of the Books team earned first place at the Central Iowa Battle of the Books competition at Simpson College on Tuesday, March 27. Over 80 teams entered the competition last fall.  To prepare for … Continue reading →

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MHS advances 9 to state National History Day

Posted on March 29, 2012 by marshalltownschools

All nine Marshalltown High School students who competed at district National History Day in Pella March 28 earned bids to the state contest. The 2012 National History Day theme is Revolution, Reaction and Reform in History. The state competition will … Continue reading →

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MCSD fund drive nets $870.10 for Reach Out and Read

Posted on March 29, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown Community School District employees donated $870.10 to Marshall County Reach Out and Read, a program that promotes early literacy. Becky Jacobson and Nicole Christensen, the Reach Out and Read co-chairs from the Marshalltown Education Association, presented a check for … Continue reading →

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Film festival showcases work by Lenihan students

Posted on March 28, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Lenihan English Language Learners and their families filled IVCCD Orpheum Theater Center yesterday for the “Fighting for Justice Film Festival”, featuring films written and produced by ELL students. Twenty films were screened at the Oprheum, all focused on the Underground … Continue reading →

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MHS sophomore qualifies for national debate tournament

Posted on March 28, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School sophomore Abby Snyder has qualified for the National Forensic League National Speech & Debate Tournament June 10-15 in Indianapolis, Indiana. This is Snyder’s second year qualifying for the national tournament in legislative debate. Her national bid was … Continue reading →

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Spring Break tutoring sessions offered through MHS Breakfast and Books program

Posted on March 28, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Breakfast and Books, a schoolwork assistance program at Marshalltown High School, will hold Spring Break tutoring sessions April 3-5, 9am-Noon. Breakfast and Books began in February, offering students extra help with schoolwork on Saturdays in the MHS Cafeteria. From 8:30 … Continue reading →

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MHS places third at State Science Olympiad

Posted on March 27, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School placed third at the State Science Olympiad contest Saturday, March 24, at Coe College in Cedar Rapids. MHS was just one point behind second place Cedar Rapids Washington. Ames took the top spot and Burlington placed fourth. … Continue reading →

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Anson’s annual Chris Cakes night draws large crowd

Posted on March 27, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Over 700 people visited Anson Elementary Monday night for the annual Chris Cakes night. Students and their families enjoyed thousands of pancakes made by Chris Cakes, along with sausage, fresh fruit, milk and juice. More adventurous diners tried to catch … Continue reading →

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Anson students named “Principals for a Day”

Posted on March 21, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Anson Elementary was under new leadership today – that of students Jayden Avalos and Danny Solares, honorary principals for a day. Ms. Avalos, a second grade student, and Mr. Solares, in fourth grade, were selected for this annual honor because … Continue reading →

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244 teams compete in Miller March Madness

Posted on March 20, 2012 by marshalltownschools

Miller Middle School hosted its annual Miller March Madness March 15, with 244 teams competing in the basketball hot shot competition. Over 40 staff members helped run the shoot-out, which included the basketball contest but also concessions and a number … Continue reading →

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