Tag Archives: Fisher Elementary

End-of-year assembly includes surprise proposal

Posted on June 5, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Thursday was a day of celebration for Fisher Elementary. Students and staff gathered outside for an end-of-the-year assembly, handing out awards for attendance and positive behavior, marking the close of a successful school year. As the school celebrated the end, … Continue reading →

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A grandma to many: Foster Grandparents volunteer time in schools

Posted on April 12, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Mary Hall said her grandchildren are growing up and beyond that “young kid” stage. It’s fine with her as she has a never-ending stream of youngsters to interact with as a volunteer in the Foster Grandparents program. Hall, a retired … Continue reading →

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Student gets hooked on reading

Posted on March 31, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Lauren Wall has become a success story by her ability to read more stories. Wall, 9, a third grader at Fisher Elementary School, has increased her ability to read this past school year by leaps and bounds. Read Lauren’s spotlight … Continue reading →

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Branstad, Reynolds talk STEM at Fisher school: State initiative lauded in Marshalltown

Posted on March 13, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Two special guests visited Fisher Elementary School Wednesday and applauded the effort Marshalltown has put forth on the Science, Technology, Engineering and Math initiative. Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds spoke to a crowded media center at the … Continue reading →

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Governor, Lt. Governor to hold North Central STEM town hall meeting

Posted on March 6, 2014 by marshalltownschools

Gov. Terry Branstad and Lt. Gov. Kim Reynolds will be at Fisher Elementary Wednesday, March 12, for a town hall meeting about the importance of giving students a great education in science, technology, engineering and math. It will begin at … 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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Children read, act after school: Reader Theater held at Fisher

Posted on February 26, 2014 by marshalltownschools

After school on Tuesdays and Thursdays, dozens of Fisher Elementary School third and fourth graders get in groups to practice acting and reading. Reader Theater is a pilot program directed by Marshalltown Parks and Recreation staff that teaches students reading … 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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Ellis Island simulation at Fisher provides hands-on history lesson

Posted on December 2, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Before students embarked on Thanksgiving Break, third grade students at Fisher Elementary embarked on another journey – one through the history of Ellis Island and immigration in the early 20th Century. Third grade students participated in a simulation Tuesday, Nov. … Continue reading →

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Fisher Elementary hosts Family Reading Night

Posted on October 24, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Hundreds of Fisher Elementary students and their families came to school Tuesday, Oct. 22, for hot pizza and cool books at Family Reading Night. Families enjoyed pizza in the gym before each student was given a free new book. Families … Continue reading →

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