Category Archives: School News

MHS Key Club raises money for House of Compassion

Posted on March 1, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Marshalltown High School Key Club donated $100 to the House of Compassion Monday, Feb. 25, the result of a “Dollars for Donuts” fundraiser. Key Club is a student-run organization that volunteers with service projects in the school and community. … Continue reading →

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District graduation rate sees significant increase

Posted on February 28, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Marshalltown Community School District graduation rate increased nearly 8 percent from 2011 to 2012 according to figures released by the Iowa Department of Education this week. The four-year graduation rate for 2012 was 85.01 percent, up from 77.35 percent … Continue reading →

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MHS hosts annual Community Open House March 7

Posted on February 28, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School will host its fourth annual Community Open House Thursday, March 7, from 5 to 8 pm. Student Senate members will be available for guided tours, including the new wing that opened in spring 2012 and a look … Continue reading →

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MHS qualifies 8 events for State Individual Speech

Posted on February 26, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School will send eight events to the Iowa High School Speech Association State Individual Speech Contest after receiving high marks at the district competition Saturday, Feb. 23, at Center Point-Urbana High School. Those who earned Division I ratings … Continue reading →

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Lenihan holds 7th annual Battle of the Books Bash

Posted on February 26, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown Public Library hosted nearly 100 fifth and sixth graders yesterday for the 7th annual Lenihan Battle of the Books Bash. Twenty-two teams (20 from Lenihan, two from MACS) of 4-5 students each gathered at MPL, each earning a spot … Continue reading →

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Going the extra mile in learning: Lenihan student gets the job done

Posted on February 25, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Andrew Corral never gives up on his learning. The sixth grader at Lenihan Intermediate School has impressed his teacher, Sue Buchan, for his ability to go the extra mile to understand the work. Read Andrew’s Spotlight in today’s Marshalltown Times-Republican.

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Miller Middle School Academic Awards Ceremony is Feb. 25

Posted on February 20, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Miller Middle School will recognize first semester academic honors during an awards assembly Monday, Feb. 25, at 6pm in the Miller Auditorium. Recognitions will include A and B Honor Roll students and those with perfect attendance for the first semester. … Continue reading →

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Four MHS teams perform at State Large Group Speech

Posted on February 15, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Four groups from Marshalltown High School competed at the Iowa High School Speech Association State Large Group Contest at Cedar Rapids Kennedy High School Feb. 2, with all earning Division I and II ratings. The Ensemble Acting Group featuring Analisa … Continue reading →

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Eight Bobcat musicians selected for Cyclone Honor Band

Posted on February 14, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Eight Marshalltown High School musicians participated in the Cyclone Honor Band Feb. 1-2, 2013, at Iowa State University. Analisa Iola, Hannah Stone, Abigail Stone and Therese Kuhlman participated in the top concert band, which is selected primarily from All-State nominated … Continue reading →

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Lenihan recognizes honor roll students with special ceremony

Posted on February 13, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Lenihan Intermediate families and staff celebrated their young scholars Tuesday with a special “Hats Off to Our Scholars” night in the MHS/Community Auditorium. Two receptions were held Feb. 12: one for fifth grade students and their families at 5:30pm and … Continue reading →

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