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Miller students, senior citizens form bonds through service learning

Posted on May 21, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Wendy Beckman’s students at Miller Middle School have added a number of senior citizens to their list of good friends. The students spent one hour each month this school year at Bickford Cottage playing games, completing crafts, and forming bonds … Continue reading →

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Miller show choir performs at Adventureland

Posted on May 13, 2013 by marshalltownschools

The Miller Middle School Pizzazz Show Choir performed at Adventureland Saturday, May 11. The students sang on the Chapel Stage at 10:30am, then spent the afternoon enjoying the amusement park. “Miller students did a great job of representing Marshalltown Schools,” … Continue reading →

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Annual Jazz Coffee Concert is May 13

Posted on May 8, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Middle school and high school jazz bands will be featured at the annual Jazz Coffee Concert Monday, May 13, at 7pm in Dejardin Hall at Marshalltown Community College. The concert will feature the Miller Jazz Band under the direction of … Continue reading →

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A self-motivated learner: Hoglan student puts forth 100 percent effort

Posted on May 6, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Jason Strand doesn’t need any egging on when he gets to school. He knows he’s there to learn. “He’s very much a self-directed, self-motivated learner,” said his teacher Deborah Friday in second grade at Hoglan Elementary School. “He puts forth … 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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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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Marshalltown students earn awards at regional National History Day, advance to state

Posted on April 18, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Fifteen Marshalltown students participated in the regional National History Day competition April 6 at Grand View University in Des Moines. Four students came home with Awards of Distinction and two projects qualified for the state contest. Individuals and groups of … Continue reading →

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