Category Archives: School News

Woodbury Duck Dash raises money for playground

Posted on October 9, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Woodbury Elementary held its Inaugural Duck Dash last night in Linn Creek, raising funds for new early childhood playground equipment. More than 600 ducks were sold for $5 each. Seven business sponsors also purchased ducks for larger sums. The “Corporate … Continue reading →

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MHS senior earns Academic All-American Award from National Forensic League

Posted on October 8, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School senior Abby Snyder has been awarded the National Forensic League’s Academic All-American Award. Last year, Snyder qualified for the national tournament for the third year in a row. While this is an amazing accomplishment in itself, she … Continue reading →

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RACOM donates $25,000 to Roundhouse project

Posted on October 7, 2013 by marshalltownschools

RACOM Corporation of Marshalltown donated $25,000 to the Roundhouse renovation last Thursday. Bobcat alumni Mike Miller (’86) and Nick and Carrie Loney (’93) presented the check to Marshalltown High School Principal Aiddy Phomvisay and Activities Director Craig Huegel. “RACOM is … Continue reading →

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Memorial tree relocated to Fisher Elementary

Posted on October 2, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Lonnie Hogeland and his son planted an evergreen tree in front of Hogeland Auto Plaza before Lonnie Jr. passed away in 1998. A few weeks ago the tree found a new home at a place once familiar to Lonnie Jr. … Continue reading →

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MHS National Anthem Singers to perform at Iowa Wild game

Posted on October 1, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Marshalltown High School National Anthem Singers will perform at the Iowa Wild hockey game Friday, Nov. 1, at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Discounted tickets ($12) are available through the MHS Vault. Those who order through the Vault … Continue reading →

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Marshalltown Schools receive PE, nutrition grant

Posted on October 1, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown Community School District is the recipient of one of 60 grants under the Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP). Marshalltown Schools will receive $494,201 in year one of the three-year grant out of the combined $32 million awarded … Continue reading →

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Bobcat Marching band places third at Pella

Posted on September 30, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Bobcat Marching Band placed third out of 18 bands at the fourth annual Marching Dutch Invitational held in Pella Saturday, Sept. 28. The band placed third among 4A schools and scored a 73.8, which is a low division I … Continue reading →

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Bobcat Marching Band plans annual pasta dinner Oct. 28

Posted on September 30, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Bobcat Marching Band will hold its annual pasta dinner fundraiser Monday, Oct. 28, 5-8pm in the MHS Cafeteria. The pasta dinner is a fundraiser for the band students to earn money for a trip taken every four years to … Continue reading →

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Positive attitude noticed by peers: Lenihan student enjoys learning

Posted on September 30, 2013 by marshalltownschools

When Lenihan Intermediate School teacher Leah Mattox asked her sixth graders about their fellow student, Leydi Chavarria, several positive attributes were given to describe her. Students said Chavarria is honest, funny, always smiling and caring. Read Leydi’s full Spotlight in … Continue reading →

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Tackling language barriers head on: MHS junior goes ‘above and beyond’

Posted on September 23, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School junior Mu Paw is learning English and Spanish at the same time, and is taking on that huge goal with a great attitude. “She goes above and beyond what I expect,” said Sarah Whitehead, her Spanish teacher … Continue reading →

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