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MCSD nurses’ hard work recognized on National School Nurse Day

May 6, 2020 is National School Nurse Day, and MCSD’s nine school nurses have played a key role in the district’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.  This year, National School Nurse Day comes with the theme of “School Nurses: Supporting … Continue reading

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Teachers discuss why they love what they do in celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week

Each year, the incredible work of teachers is celebrated during Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers at Marshalltown Schools shape young Bobcats’ minds and ensure their pupils are prepared for life after school; in recent weeks, they have stepped up their efforts … Continue reading

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Class of 2020 seniors recognized by MCSD

Dozens of volunteers from Marshalltown High School and Marshalltown Learning Academy are distributing free MCSD Class of 2020 yard signs to senior students and their families in recognition of their unique senior year. This year’s group of seniors has stayed … Continue reading

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Miller Middle School receives national recognition for commitment to empowering students

Miller Middle School has been recognized as a Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished School for providing broad access to transformative learning opportunities for students through PLTW Gateway. It is one of just 176 middle schools across the U.S. to … Continue reading

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Marshalltown High School Math Team qualifies for Midwest Regionals

The Marshalltown High School Math Team impressed during state-level competition last weekend, earning a qualification for the Midwest Regionals competition. The Math Team students – seniors Zach Swartz, Trevor Ketcham, and Jay Drummer; junior Marek Jablonski; and freshman Derek Ketcham … Continue reading

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MCSD celebrates National Administrative Professionals’ Day

Managing schedules, translating documents, providing vital communications, and maintaining organization are just a few of the crucial duties performed by Marshalltown Schools’ team of administrative professionals.  That group of employees, including administrative assistants, receptionists, and other administrative support professionals are … Continue reading

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Local McDonald’s delivers food to MCSD Food Service, Transportation staff in gesture of appreciation

The Food Service and Transportation employees at Marshalltown Schools have been working diligently in recent weeks to deliver meals to students throughout the community; their hard work has not gone unnoticed. O’Brien Family McDonald’s independent Owner/Operator Kevin O’Brien, whose franchises … Continue reading

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Hoglan teacher creates “Learn From Home” website video guides

(Español abajo) This week’s launch of the MCSD Learn From Home (Aprende desde Casa) website is giving thousands of young Bobcats access to high-quality, voluntary remote learning opportunities while the district is closed. To aid students and their families in … Continue reading

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Community members donate face masks for MCSD Transportation, Food Service staff

MCSD’s dedicated Food Service and Transportation staff will have an added layer of safety thanks to a generous donation of hand-sewn face masks from community members. The masks will be used by the employees at school feeding sites and on … Continue reading

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Associate Principals’ hard work spotlighted during National Assistant Principals Week

Associate principals are a key part of the success of students across the Marshalltown Community School District and public schools around the country. They are being celebrated during National Assistant Principals Week, April 6-10. Marshalltown’s four associate principals are crucial … Continue reading

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