Category Archives: School News

“Read with Me” program visits Franklin Elementary

Posted on April 30, 2013 by marshalltownschools

KCCI’s Marcus MacIntosh spent the morning reading to Franklin Elementary fourth graders as part of the KCCI and EMC Insurance “Read with Me” program. Franklin was the 111th school visited as part of “Read with Me”, which travels to a … Continue reading →

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Miller bands earn top ratings at contests

Posted on April 29, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Miller Middle School concert and jazz bands competed at two contests recently, bringing home Division I ratings from each. On Saturday, April 20, Miller concert and jazz bands competed against 10 schools at SCIBA Large Group Contest in Waukee. Each … Continue reading →

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Active learner doesn’t waste a minute: Eighth grader a responsible student

Posted on April 29, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Dave Wadle and Grant Brintnall both teach Allison Reeder in math. And both speak very highly of the eighth grader at Miller Middle School. “She’s very responsible and asks great questions,” Brintnall said. “And she’s just a nice person.” Read … Continue reading →

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Annual Miller Soccer Shootout held at Franklin Field

Posted on April 26, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Miller Middle School held the 5th annual Soccer Shootout Wednesday, April 24, at Franklin Field. The shootout consists of 14 games, each with two 10-minute periods. The shootout is open to all Miller students, with no entry fees or charge … Continue reading →

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World of Lennox opened up to students: Miller takes annual tour of factory

Posted on April 26, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The world of the Lennox factory was opened up to eighth graders at Miller Middle School in what has become an annual event. More than 300 students toured the factory floor to get insight into one of Marshalltown’s biggest employers. … Continue reading →

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Grade-level reading director visits Rogers Elementary

Posted on April 25, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Rogers Elementary hosted Ralph Smith, managing director for the national Campaign for Grade-Level Reading, Thursday, April 25. Marshalltown earned the All-America City distinction last year because of its initiative to have all students reading at grade level by third grade. … Continue reading →

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Public Health, MCSD Health Services to hold Tdap vaccine clinic

Posted on April 25, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshall County Public Health and Marshalltown Community School District Health Services are holding a Tdap (Tetanus-Diptheria-Pertussus) vaccination clinic Thursday, May 16, at Lenihan Intermediate School. Changes to Iowa Code now require Tdap vaccination for all adolescents enrolled in secondary schools … Continue reading →

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Miller students participate in Central Iowa Tech Fair

Posted on April 25, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Ten Miller Middle School students were among 300 K-12 students from 18 districts participating in the Central Iowa Student Technology Fair on Tuesday, April 9, at Iowa State University. In preparation for the Technology Fair, individuals and small groups of … Continue reading →

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Elementary Battle of the Books held at Public Library

Posted on April 24, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Woodbury Elementary came out on top of the annual Elementary Battle of the Books held Tuesday, April 23, at Marshalltown Public Library. More than 100 students participated in the battle, with students squaring off in three rounds. In the end, … Continue reading →

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Public invited to MHS Promenade April 27

Posted on April 21, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Family and friends are invited to the Marshalltown High School Promenade Saturday, April 27, 8-9:15pm in the Babe Harder Gym at Marshalltown Community College. Prom attendees should park in the west end of the parking lot by Dejardin Hall and … Continue reading →

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