The VMS 7th and 8th Grade Track and Field teams wrapped up an excellent season last Tuesday evening, with many personal bests achieved. The 8th Grade team earned their third 1st Place team finish of the season. Congratulations on a fantastic season, Wolves!
The VMS Choir Concerts will take place this evening at the new Marion Performing Arts Center. The 5th and 6th Grade Choirs perform at 6:00 pm and the 7th and 8th Grade Choirs perform at 7:00 pm. Good luck to our Vernon musicians!
Join us in celebrating Mike Murphy's retirement! Mike is currently the FMI principal and has served MISD for 26 years. ✨
When asked what makes MISD a special place to live, work, and learn, Mike shared, “This is easy—it's the people, both students and staff.”
Best wishes on your next journey!
Thank you to Michele Aschbrenner for your 24 years of service and dedication to MISD! Michele has served in various 6th and 7th grade teaching positions throughout her tenure.
Michele shared, “MISD has been a wonderful place to work. The staff are dedicated and hardworking, and many feel more like family than just colleagues. We have amazing leadership that I respect tremendously, and I am thankful for them.”
Happy retirement, Michele! 🎊
Join us in celebrating Tammy Albaugh's retirement! Tammy is currently the payroll lead and has served MISD for 25 years. ✨
When asked what makes MISD a special place to live, work, and learn, Tammy shared, “The small-district atmosphere. You know everyone, the staff is friendly. Both of my children attended school here. It's nice being able to work where your children attend school.”
Best wishes on your next journey!
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If your student is returning to MISD, let’s get them registered! Families with students returning in grades 1-12 can now complete registration. 📝
Get started: www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/returning-student-registration-2025-2026
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The VMS Girls and Boys Soccer Teams play this afternoon at Center Point-Urbana. Girls play at 4:15 pm and boys play at 5:45 pm. Good luck, Vernon!
8th grade girls track athletes show their love for their coach Joyce Kuethe by celebrating a win at last night’s meet. Coach Kuethe, also a retired Marion teacher, wrapped up her final season as coach of 8th grade girls track - a post she has held since 1991. She will be missed!
Here are your weekly announcements from The Vox! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WK97h6ylJII&ab_channel=TheVoxOnline
The VMS Boys and Girls Track & Field Teams will compete this afternoon at 4:15 pm. The boys will compete at the Marion Stadium and the girls travel to Vinton-Shellsburg. Best of luck to our athletes!
VMS Girls Track and Field had two successful meets last week, with Center Point-Urbana on Tuesday and WAMAC on Friday. 7th Grade tied for 3rd Place at CPU and 8th Grade got 1st Place at CPU and 3rd Place at WAMAC. Coaches Menken and Kuethe are very proud of our Vernon athletes!
MISD is hiring for the summer and upcoming school year! 🙌
Discover rewarding opportunities and connect with us by visiting: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities
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VMS Girls and Boys Soccer will compete this afternoon at the MHS Grass Fields. The girls will play at 4:15 pm and the boys will play at 5:30 pm. Good luck to our athletes!
Wishing every mom in our community a Happy Mother’s Day filled with joy! 🌷
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Many Marion students competed successfully at the Special Olympics Track & Field Day!1 Great work everyone!
As we round out Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re reminded that the impact of a great educator lasts far beyond the classroom. 💫
Whether it’s offering a listening ear, sparking curiosity, or encouraging confidence, our MISD staff shape lives every single day.
Thank you for being the steady, inspiring force our students count on. 🙌
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VMS has lots of sports action tonight! The VMS Boys and Girls Track and Field teams will travel to Independence for the WAMAC Conference Meet at 4:15 pm. The VMS Girls and Boys Soccer teams will take on Mount Vernon at the Marion Stadium (Girls at 4:15 pm and Boys at 5:30 pm).
Make a difference before the school year ends! ❤️
Every month, we serve around 23,000 lunches and 7,000 breakfasts, ensuring students are nourished and ready to learn. No student is ever turned away from a meal, but unpaid lunch debt continues to rise.
Your donation, no matter the amount, can make a real impact—helping students grow, learn, and succeed.
To donate, visit https://ia-marion-lite.intouchreceipting.com/MISDNutritionDonation.
This week, we’re celebrating the incredible educators and staff members who make MISD a place where students grow and thrive! 🎉
From the classroom to the back office, every role matters. We are grateful for the heart, dedication, and hard work every person brings through the door.
Let’s thank our outstanding team this Teacher Appreciation Week! 🙏
May is School Board Recognition Month in Iowa, and this year’s theme is “A Guiding Light for Student Success.” 🌟
Thank you to our board members for all they do to support our district!
✅Shari Funck, President
✅Carl Lantermans, Vice President
✅Denise Allison
✅Jon Fitch
✅Bryan Fentress
✅Michelle Henry
✅Diana Zrudsky
