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Film festival showcases work by Lenihan students

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

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

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

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

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”

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

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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Miller launches ‘Manner Up!’ video series

On Monday afternoons everyone at Miller Middle School can expect “Mama Cat” and “Bob Cat” to appear on their television screens. The duo star in Manner Up!, a new video series produced by and starring Miller staff and students with … Continue reading

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Job shadowing links MHS student passions to real-world experiences

Jesse Gale always wanted to be a rock star. His passion for classic rock and his desire to work in the music industry prompted Marshalltown High School teacher Creighton Jenness to set up a job shadowing experience with KGGO radio, … Continue reading

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Two Marshalltown Speech performers selected for All-State

Two Marshalltown High School students were selected as Outstanding Performers by the Iowa High School Speech Association, earning them invitations to perform at All-State Speech March 26 at the University of Northern Iowa. Lily Larsen and Chandler Fisher earned the … Continue reading

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