Monthly Archives: February 2014

Youth Art Month exhibit opens today, reception March 8

The annual Youth Art Month exhibit is now open at the Fisher Community Center, featuring the best artwork created by Marshalltown Community School District students. The art show opening reception will be Saturday, March 8, from 1 to 3pm. Read … Continue reading

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Eat. Win. It’s that simple! | National School Breakfast Week March 3-7, 2014

Students at Lenihan Intermediate, Miller Middle School and Marshalltown High School can win a new Mach Speed 4.3″ Android Tablet by eating school breakfast March 3-6, 2014, as part of National School Breakfast Week. Marshalltown Food Service will give away … Continue reading

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Children read, act after school: Reader Theater held at Fisher

After school on Tuesdays and Thursdays, dozens of Fisher Elementary School third and fourth graders get in groups to practice acting and reading. Reader Theater is a pilot program directed by Marshalltown Parks and Recreation staff that teaches students reading … Continue reading

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Rogers families beat winter blues with “Beach Party”

In the midst of a seemingly endless winter, Rogers Elementary encouraged students and families to “think warm thoughts” at a Family Fun Night Beach Party Tuesday, Feb. 18. Rogers families brought beach towels and enjoyed sub sandwiches and fun educational … Continue reading

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Student boosts work, spirits

Eric Martinez Padilla has made great strides this school year in the second grade at Hoglan Elementary School, according to his reading teacher Anna Wolvers. Read Eric’s full Spotlight in today’s Marshalltown Times-Republican.

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MHS duo qualifies for National Forensics Tournament

Marshalltown High School juniors Libby Crawford and Chandler Fisher qualified for the National Forensics Tournament, marking the sixth consecutive year of qualification by MHS students. Crawford and Fisher qualified in Duo Interpretation during the East Iowa District Tournament held at … Continue reading

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Hall of Fame coach recognized by Roundhouse donation

“Boys, it’s a matter of priorities” is the famous quote emblazoned on the plaque presented Sunday to honor the legendary Marshalltown High School Coach and Athletic Director George Funk. John and Dan Becker presented the plaque during a special tribute … Continue reading

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Avid golfer works hard at school

He might sometimes wish he was on a golf course instead of at school, but Cole Davis doesn’t let his love of the sport affect his work. Davis, 12, a sixth grader at Lenihan Intermediate School, is a hard worker, … Continue reading

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Franklin Elementary celebrates a century of learning

On Jan. 30, 2014, Franklin Elementary celebrated one hundred years of learning, inviting former teachers and principals to a special assembly filled with memories, trivia, and excitement for the future. Constructed in 1913, Franklin Elementary opened its doors Jan. 5, … Continue reading

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MHS Jazz I earns Division I rating at State Jazz Festival

Marshalltown High School Jazz I earned a Division I rating at the Iowa High School Music Association State Jazz Festival held Jan. 30, 2014, in Marshalltown. Each band was critiqued by three judges, and then received a 30-minute clinic with … Continue reading

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