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First Grade Talents Featured in New Welcome Center Art Installation

Posted on June 9, 2023 by marshalltownschools

Not all elementary students can say they have already left a mark at their school district, but the Marshalltown Community School District’s class of 2034 have made an artistic impression. During early May, first-grade students at all six elementary schools … Continue reading →

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Anson Elementary staff raise $400 for ALS research, principal takes Ice Bucket Challenge

Posted on August 29, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Anson Elementary took a slightly different spin on the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. Principal Ronnie Manis challenged his staff to raise $100 for ALS research. If they did so, he’d take the challenge. In less than a week they raised … Continue reading →

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Anson students plant garden near playground: Produce will be used to make salsa

Posted on May 16, 2014 by marshalltownschools

There’s a new attraction near the playground at Anson Elementary School but it’s not a slide or a swing. Anson students, along with two Marshalltown Hy-Vee staff members, planted a salsa garden Thursday morning. Read the full story in today’s … Continue reading →

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500+ attend Anson’s annual Chris Cakes Night

Posted on March 24, 2014 by marshalltownschools

More than 500 people visited Anson Elementary for the annual Chris Cakes night Thursday, March 20. Students and their families enjoyed thousands of pancakes made by Chris Cakes, along with sausage, fresh fruit, milk and juice. More adventurous diners tried … Continue reading →

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Youth Art Month exhibit opens today, reception March 8

Posted on February 28, 2014 by marshalltownschools

The annual Youth Art Month exhibit is now open at the Fisher Community Center, featuring the best artwork created by Marshalltown Community School District students. The art show opening reception will be Saturday, March 8, from 1 to 3pm. Read … Continue reading →

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Kindergarten Registration is March 7

Posted on February 4, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Kindergarten Registration for the 2014-2015 school year will be Friday, March 7, 2014, from 9am to 3pm at all Marshalltown elementary schools. Students must be 5 years old by Sept. 15 to enroll for the 2014-2015 school year. Please bring … Continue reading →

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Anson holds annual Bingo for Books

Posted on November 22, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Anson Elementary hosted its annual Bingo for Books Night Thursday, Nov. 21. Students and families enjoyed pizza, fresh fruit and milk in the school cafeteria before playing bingo in classrooms, with new books as the bingo prizes. Staff also spent … Continue reading →

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City kids learn farm life: Fairgrounds hosts event Thursday

Posted on September 13, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Nearly 400 fourth grade students in Marshalltown got a hands-on learning lesson about life on the farm Thursday. The 13th annual Farm to Table event presented by the Marshall County Farm Bureau was held at the Central Iowa Fairgrounds. Several … Continue reading →

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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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Reading program pairing food with books gets underway: Local elementary schools see increased turnout for third-grade reading’s Munch and More

Posted on June 17, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The third grade reading initiative kicked off its Munch and More program at Anson Elementary this week. The program is spearheaded by the summer learning loss task force – one of three tasks forces that also includes school readiness and … Continue reading →

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