Category Archives: School News

Back-to-School events scheduled in August

Posted on July 30, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Several back-to-school events and orientations are planned in August. On Thursday, Aug. 15, Marshalltown High School will hold Freshmen/New Student Orientation from 4pm to 5:30pm. Students will be able to meet staff, find their lockers and tour the school. Also … Continue reading →

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MHS 2012-2013 yearbooks available Aug. 16

Posted on July 30, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The 2012-13 Marshalltown High School yearbook, Post Script will be distributed in front of the school’s main office on Friday, Aug. 16, from 3pm to 5 pm.  Anyone unable to pick up a book at this time can do so … Continue reading →

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Inaugural MPD Student Academy graduates 13 cadets: Coordinators hope to continue program next summer

Posted on July 27, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown police officers Kraig Lageschulte and Brad Mauseth were engulfed in a sea of hugs and handshakes at Riverview Park’s Community Building Friday night. The two were recipients of heart-felt appreciation from 13 cadets and their parents at the inaugural … Continue reading →

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‘Exciting’ curriculum helps MHS lead the way: Biomedical sciences class coming this fall

Posted on July 27, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Erica Malloy can hardly wait for the school year to start at Marshalltown High School. She has an exciting and innovative curriculum to share with her students. Malloy will teach the new principles of biomedical science class at MHS this … Continue reading →

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Iowa embraces new school of thought for ‘summer school’: The ‘old, punitive’ model is replaced by programs that help kids build on skills already learned

Posted on July 26, 2013 by marshalltownschools

An increased focus on student achievement, paired with tougher academic standards, is changing the way Iowa schools and communities shape summer programs offered to children… “When kids lose ground over the summer, it’s hard for them to make it up,” … Continue reading →

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New food service director wants to continue momentum: Large started this month in Marshalltown schools

Posted on July 23, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Lynn Large said previous directors of food service at the Marshalltown Community School District have led the program in the right direction. She said she hopes to continue that work as she prepares for the new school year. Read more … Continue reading →

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Programs pairing food and books popular this summer

Posted on July 22, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Students visiting Hoglan, Anson or Franklin elementary schools for lunch this summer get more than a meal. They get a chance to read with community members. At Hoglan Elementary those volutneers come from school partner Hope Methodist Church. Charles and … Continue reading →

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Feeling like a million bucks: Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation donates big to Roundhouse renovation

Posted on July 10, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Fundraising leaders for the Marshalltown High School Roundhouse renovation were all smiles as they delivered some very good news on the project Tuesday night at the MHS/Community Auditorium. The Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation donated a $1 million challenge grant to the … Continue reading →

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Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation grants $1 million to Roundhouse

Posted on July 9, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Marshalltown High School/Community Auditorium foyer was filled with gratitude and excitement Tuesday night as David Tank, vice president of the Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation, announced the Foundation has awarded the Marshalltown High School Roundhouse Renovation Project with a generous $1 … Continue reading →

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Branstad visits Rogers University, lauds effort

Posted on July 3, 2013 by marshalltownschools

  Tuesday morning, Gov. Terry Branstad toured what many involved in third-grade reading initiative have called the cornerstone of the program -Rogers University. During his visit, Branstad visited several classrooms, witnessing the program in action as he spoke with students … Continue reading →

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