Sofi V. ran at the IATC Middle School State Cross Country meet this past weekend, placing 29th with a time of 13:38. This puts her 5th all-time for 8th-grade girls at VMS! Congratulations to Sofi!

Reminder that Tuesday (10/20) will be an Early Dismissal schedule at Marion High School. All other MISD buildings will remain on their normal full day schedule.

Proud moment! 🎓✨
Representatives from Marion TAP & Marion Transition Center took the stage at the International Division on Career Development & Transition Conference to share how we’re transforming student transition services and breaking barriers for students with disabilities.
Representatives from Marion TAP & Marion Transition Center took the stage at the International Division on Career Development & Transition Conference to share how we’re transforming student transition services and breaking barriers for students with disabilities.

The Hungry Wolf Bistro was a success in Mr. Anderson's room!




Students are busy learning in chemistry labs




Have you ever wanted to to learn about and experience Hawaii? Mr. Fishell will be leading a trip during Spring Break 2028 that includes time at Pearl Harbor, the Polynesian Cultural Center as well as hiking Diamond Head! A virtual informational meeting is scheduled for October 26th at 7:00PM. Please reach out to Mr. Fishell at jfishell@marion-isd.org for any questions. Hope to see you there!


Today, Digital Photography students learned about careers in Sports Photography! Dylan Schultz, a 2020 LMHS grad and local photographer, shared his experiences and extensive portfolio. His presentation was a big hit, especially the Cubs MVP-autographed lens and META glasses.

Foods class with a vegetable transformation challenge. The students did a great job!


The VMS ELL program hosted a social meet and greet last week, which allowed middle school students that are currently enrolled, graduated from, or have siblings in ELL to get to know each other. Everyone had fun, and students got to enjoy some tasty donuts, too!




Our talented Poms team has worked so hard and, along with Kirkwood, is going to put on a great show tonight. If you are free, please consider this your personal invitation.

Digital Drawing Students presented their PBIS book illustration project today to 3rd- and 4th-graders at FMI. It was a lovely time, and the HS students did a fantastic job of sharing and presenting their digital book. The Marion Way in Action!




MHS Senior Jasper Jones presented his Astrophotography process and work today to Digital Photography students in Mrs.Thilges' class. What a stellar experience for students to learn about Jasper's photography passion. Out of this world!!!


Adapted PE students joined together as one team to play our Crazy Card Relay game! Students all ran down to the cards and hula hoops together, flipped over a card, read it aloud, and performed the CrAzY task on the card. Everyone took turns flipping and reading the cards and helping each other! We completed all 9 cards and had so much fun!!!



VMS Activities: Thursday, October 15 - Football

🎃 Planning your Trunk-or-Treat circuit for October 29th? Put us on your map! 🎃
In just two weeks, we’re bringing together an incredible group of local organizations for our 4th Annual Mental Health/Disability Resource Fair! It’s the perfect place to pause between Trunk-or-Treat stops and check out what’s available for your family.
Here’s how to play: 1️⃣ Grab a Resource Fair Bingo card when you walk in. 2️⃣ Visit local booths to fill out your card. 3️⃣ Hand it in to grab a sweet treat for the kids! 🍬✨
The real treat, though? The wealth of information you’ll bring home. Connect in person with dedicated community professionals who can answer your questions about mental health services, disability supports, and local family programs.
🗓️ When: Thursday, October 29th 5-7 📍 Where: Marion High School
Mark your calendars today—we can't wait to see your family in two weeks! 🧡👇
In just two weeks, we’re bringing together an incredible group of local organizations for our 4th Annual Mental Health/Disability Resource Fair! It’s the perfect place to pause between Trunk-or-Treat stops and check out what’s available for your family.
Here’s how to play: 1️⃣ Grab a Resource Fair Bingo card when you walk in. 2️⃣ Visit local booths to fill out your card. 3️⃣ Hand it in to grab a sweet treat for the kids! 🍬✨
The real treat, though? The wealth of information you’ll bring home. Connect in person with dedicated community professionals who can answer your questions about mental health services, disability supports, and local family programs.
🗓️ When: Thursday, October 29th 5-7 📍 Where: Marion High School
Mark your calendars today—we can't wait to see your family in two weeks! 🧡👇

The VMS 8th Grade Band had a blast connecting and performing with the Marion High School Marching Band at the football game last Friday. Congratulations to all student musicians on this outstanding performance! 🥁🎺🎵🎶🎷







Parents, students and community members,
AMPED is ready to start a new year of producing items for our community again. This is our second year producing fall and Halloween items. Please consider supporting our business. We are excited to get started this year with some new designs. We will send out the pay link as soon as it is available.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRZRSqwnpWNQOIsyft7DAJrn_0NKEp2ExTAvAOLLvM_l0rhg/viewform?usp=send_form
AMPED is ready to start a new year of producing items for our community again. This is our second year producing fall and Halloween items. Please consider supporting our business. We are excited to get started this year with some new designs. We will send out the pay link as soon as it is available.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdRZRSqwnpWNQOIsyft7DAJrn_0NKEp2ExTAvAOLLvM_l0rhg/viewform?usp=send_form
Students in 4th block Pre-Calculus completed the activity “There’s a rational function on my back” during Tuesday's classes.



WAMAC was the last VMS cross country meet of the season. The top place winners were Kiki (7th place), James (7th place), and Sofi (9th place), and the 7th grade boys placed 3rd as a team! Congratulations to all of our VMS runners!





Thank you to our wonderful principals who provide continuous support for our students and staff!

