Category Archives: School News

Fisher third grade sings: “It’s fun to learn like a cool Fisher Cat”

Posted on October 4, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Fisher Elementary students had their first assembly of the school year Thursday (Sept. 29), which featured a special performance by third grade. The students wore hard hats as a nod to the ongoing construction project at the school, then sang … Continue reading →

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MHS senior named “Commended Student” in National Merit Scholarship Program

Posted on September 27, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School senior Gwendolyn Morrison has been named a Commended Student in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. About 34,000 Commended Students are recognized throughout the nation for their excellent academic promise. Although they will not continue in the … Continue reading →

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Tomi DeGrado’s trip “Over the Edge” for Special Olympics

Posted on September 26, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Watch Bobcat Tomi DeGrado go “Over the Edge” for Special Olympics!

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The Harlem Quartet performs at MHS

Posted on September 23, 2011 by marshalltownschools

The Harlem Quartet is touring Marshalltown Schools today thanks to the generosity of the Marshall County Arts & Culture Alliance, Ames Town & Gown and the Martha-Ellen Tye Foundation. This morning they performed for Marshalltown High School music students in … Continue reading →

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Bobcat QB named ESPNHS Midwest Player of the Week

Posted on September 22, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Bobcat quarterback Blake Gimbel is the Midwest Player of the Week for ESPNHS. Here’s what ESPNHS has to say about him: Blake Gimbel, Marshalltown (Marshalltown, Iowa) The 6-foot-4, 170-pound junior quarterback broke an Iowa state record by passing for 562 … Continue reading →

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MHS senior named National Merit Scholarship semifinalist

Posted on September 22, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School senior Molly Finn is a semifinalist in the 57th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Finn is one of 16,000 academically talented high school seniors who have an opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,300 National … Continue reading →

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2011 MHS Homecoming Court

Posted on September 22, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Congratulations to the 2011 Marshalltown High School Homecoming Court! Homecoming Queen Candidates are: HAILEE BEALS KELLY CARMICHAEL BROOKLYN CONTRERAS MACY LOGAN HOLLIE MURPHY JILL SCHOBORG STEPHANIE WISE Homecoming King Candidates are: KYLE CARNAHAN BRENNAN GOODMAN AUSTIN HAUSER CALEB KIRK NATHAN … Continue reading →

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The Harlem Quartet visits schools, hosts free concert Friday

Posted on September 21, 2011 by marshalltownschools

The Harlem Quartet will visit Marshalltown Schools Friday, Sept. 23, holding assemblies at Lenihan Intermediate, Miller Middle School and Marshalltown High School before a free concert at St. Mary’s Catholic Church that evening. The Harlem Quartet is a professional string … Continue reading →

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Bobcat Special Olympian goes ‘Over the Edge’ for Special Olympics

Posted on September 19, 2011 by marshalltownschools

      Iowans Prepare To Go ‘Over The Edge’ – Video – KCCI Des Moines. Marshalltown High School senior Tomi DeGrado will repel down the Des Moines Financial Center in support of Special Olympics. Click on the link above … Continue reading →

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Spanish V class translates welcome packet for new residents

Posted on June 6, 2011 by marshalltownschools

Spanish V students at Marshalltown High School put their bilingual skills to work for the Chamber of Commerce this year, translating a relocation packet for new residents. Over half of the Spanish V students are alumni of the district Dual … Continue reading →

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