Tag Archives: Students in the Spotlight

Teacher trusts Lenihan student to help others: Fifth grader likes to be challenged

Posted on April 1, 2013 by marshalltownschools

She doesn’t have the title of teacher’s assistant, but Lenihan Intermediate School fifth grader Madi Finch easily could have it. “If anybody has a question and I’m busy they go to Madi,” said her teacher Sally Jansen. Read Madi’s Spotlight … Continue reading →

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Taking learning to a new level: Fourth grade challenges herself

Posted on March 25, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Mary Kate Gruening is so interested in learning she goes the extra mile to create projects to help her and her classmates grasp the subject matter. “Mary Kate has always shown her great effort, but she stands out because she … Continue reading →

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Art teacher gets big help from student: MHS sophomore proves reliable

Posted on March 18, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Marshalltown High School art teacher Julie Bousum has leaned on a student for help this year, and that student has responded with unwavering energy. Sophomore Talia Fosness has helped Bousum each school day with several tasks and was an integral … Continue reading →

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Focused, independent learner impresses math teacher: Miller student has passion to learn

Posted on March 11, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Miller Middle School teacher Nancy Brant Ahn has been impressed with the focus and independent learning ability of one of her math students – Julian Gonzalez. “Julian wants to learn for himself, not because a teacher makes him,” Brant Ahn … Continue reading →

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School success a top priority for student

Posted on March 4, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Kim-mee Schmitt was taught at a very young age that being successful at school is very important. “Ever since I was young, my dad said grades are No. 1,” Schmitt said. Read more of Kim-mee’s spotlight in today’s Marshalltown Times-Republican.

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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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Quiet leader gets her work done: Miller student building confidence

Posted on February 11, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Fatima Hernandez, 14, an eighth grader at Miller Miller School, knows she is at school to learn and doesn’t get sidetracked. “I just come here and do my work,” Hernandez said. Read Fatima’s Spotlight in today’s Marshalltown Times-Republican.

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Doing the work to be her best: Hoglan student pushes herself in school

Posted on February 4, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Hoglan Elementary School fourth grade teacher Ryan Burke said 9-year-old Kylee Witt is one of the hardest working students he’s ever taught. Read Kylee’s Spotlight in today’s Marshalltown Times-Republican.

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Student loves to take on challenges: Third grader sets good example

Posted on January 28, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Fisher Elementary School third grader Marcus Barker impressed teachers with just how many books he read during a recent reading challenge. Barker read 304 books as part of a holiday chain completed at the school last year. Read his full … Continue reading →

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Busy student likes to get involved: Lenihan sixth grader part of several groups

Posted on January 14, 2013 by marshalltownschools

Between school and extra academic group activities, Carissa King is pretty busy. That’s just the way she likes it. Read Carissa’s Spotlight in today’s Marshalltown Times-Republican.

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