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Bobcat Annual Golf Fundraiser raises estimated $28,000

The Marshalltown High School Activities Department had another successful year with the Bobcat Golf Fundraiser. The estimated $28,000 that was raised on Thursday, June 22 will go towards supporting Bobcat activities. “We are incredibly thankful for the overwhelming support that … Continue reading

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First Grade Talents Featured in New Welcome Center Art Installation

Not all elementary students can say they have already left a mark at their school district, but the Marshalltown Community School District’s class of 2034 have made an artistic impression. During early May, first-grade students at all six elementary schools … Continue reading

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56 Members of Class of 2023 Receives Seal of Biliteracy

The Marshalltown Community School District is proud to announce 56 members of the MHS Class of 2023 have earned the Iowa Department of Education’s Seal of Biliteracy. To earn the seal, a high school student must achieve proficiency on a … Continue reading

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MCSD to host Dr. Adolph Brown on May 15

The Marshalltown Community School District will be hosting Dr. Adolph Brown as an educational keynote speaker for families and community members on Monday, May 15. The topic is “‘REAL TALK’ Parent Reminders. Parent’s Night Out”, which centers on supporting and … Continue reading

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Hoglan Elementary School holds “Penny War” for local K-9 units

Every penny made a difference this week at Hoglan Elementary School. The school held its “Penny War” from May 1 to May 5 to support the K-9 units for the Marshalltown Police Department and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office. At … Continue reading

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Bobcats Basketball star Don Nelson’s #33 jersey officially retired

A celebration more than 60 years in the making took place during halftime of Friday evening’s MHS Boys Basketball game vs. Waterloo East, as legendary Bobcats center Don Nelson’s #33 jersey was officially retired. While Don and his wife, Janet, … Continue reading

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Bobcat Baseball & Softball Coaches Announced

Marshalltown High School has announced the hiring of two new coaches that will be taking over this summer’s Bobcat athletic programs. Jason Bowers has been named head coach of the Bobcat softball program and Allen Mann has been named interim … Continue reading

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Miller FIRST Lego League Robotics team qualifies for state competition

The Miller Middle School Waterboys FIRST Lego League Robotics team were crowned champions at their regional competition earlier this month. Now they set their sights on the state-level contest, which is set for Saturday, Jan. 28 at Iowa State University … Continue reading

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Four earn Employee of the Quarter honors

Four exemplary Marshalltown CSD staff members have been recognized with an Employee of the Quarter award for the First Quarter of 2022-23. The honorees include: All four were nominated by their peers for their dedication to student success, positivity with … Continue reading

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“One of Marshalltown’s finest” – Franklin Elementary teacher named among five Iowa Teacher of the Year finalists

Longtime Franklin Elementary kindergarten teacher Amy Phillips was among the five finalists for this year’s Iowa Teacher of the Year Award. Franklin Principal Tim Holmgren, who nominated Phillips for the award last spring, called the 31-year educator “One of Marshalltown’s … Continue reading

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