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Marshalltown students earn awards at regional National History Day, advance to state

Posted on April 18, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Fifteen Marshalltown students participated in the regional National History Day competition April 6 at Grand View University in Des Moines. Four students came home with Awards of Distinction and two projects qualified for the state contest. Individuals and groups of … Continue reading →

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Student musicians rehearse, perform with Dallas Brass

Posted on April 17, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Nearly 90 band students from Marshalltown Schools took the stage with the Dallas Brass Saturday, April 13, during their performance in the MHS/Community Auditorium. Many of the students had spent the morning at small group/ensemble contest, but hurried back to … Continue reading →

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MHS team wins state Envirothon title

Posted on April 17, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School is once again the state Envirothon champion. MHS Team 1, comprised of juniors Abby Snyder, Adam Willman and Ilene Finn and seniors Joe Metzger and Emma Runquist placed first at the state contest Monday, April 15, at … Continue reading →

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MHS hosts, competes in Iowa High School Battle of the Books

Posted on April 17, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Marshalltown High School Library hosted the Iowa High School Battle of the Books state finals Tuesday, April 16, with a team from MHS competing for the state title. The MHS team, named the “Flamin’ Mustaches”, placed eighth out of … Continue reading →

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ISU’s Program for Women in Science and Engineering visits Rogers Elementary

Posted on April 16, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Students from Iowa State University’s Program for Women in Science and Engineering (PWSE) visited Rogers Elementary April 11, leading 47 Rogers students and their families in several fun science experiments. PWSE is dedicated to increasing the role of women in … Continue reading →

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Franklin’s “Read a Book, Feed a Family” nets $1,560 for Emergency Food Box

Posted on April 15, 2013 by marshalltownschools

In its second year at Franklin Elementary the “Read a Book, Feed a Family” project more than doubled its impact, with students earning $1,560 for the Emergency Food Box simply by reading books. The project, sponsored by the Franklin Parent … Continue reading →

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A student who can be counted on: Science teacher says eighth grader is a role model

Posted on April 15, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Miller Middle School science teacher Julie Miller can count on eighth grader Jordan Smiley to be there for her. “He does anything I ask and is always willing to help others,” Miller said. “He’s just an all-around great kid and … Continue reading →

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MHS grad publishes second science fiction book

Posted on April 15, 2013 by marshalltownschools

David Larson has been a big fan of the old science fiction movies from the 1950s and 60s. His interest in these types of out-of-this-world experiences is furthered with his second book in that realm, “Ghost Saucers in the Sky. … Continue reading →

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MHS junior doubles up on state: Talented singer among best in speech, music

Posted on April 12, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Liz Russell said she was born to sing. Considering how much time she puts into her craft, it’s apparent she lives to sing as well. Russell, 17, a junior at Marshalltown High School, has displayed enough talent to qualify for … Continue reading →

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MHS students winners at CIML Art Show

Posted on April 11, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Twenty-one art students attended the Central Iowa Metro League Conference Art Show on Wednesday, April 10, at Iowa Central Community College in Fort Dodge, with five students winning Blue Merit awards. The show featured works of art from six schools … Continue reading →

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