After winning the D.A.R. Outstanding Teacher of American History for the state of Iowa, MHS' Jonathan Mitchell was entered into the national contest. We are proud to announce that he finished 3rd in the entire USA! Congrats Mr. Mitchell!
VMS Activities: Thursday, March 26 - Show Choir Concert
Mr. Read's 5th grade Wellness classes graduated DARE with Officer Davis this week! Congratulations! #VMSInspire
Please take a moment to enjoy the latest VMS PBIS Newsletter for February and March!
Can't wait to see you all there!
Calling all Kindergarteners!
Open enrollment applications for KG students are due by September 1, 2026. Find more information at one of our information nights or visit our website at https://www.marion-isd.org/page/enrolling-your-child.
Open enrollment applications for KG students are due by September 1, 2026. Find more information at one of our information nights or visit our website at https://www.marion-isd.org/page/enrolling-your-child.
Join us for Kindergarten information night coming up!
You’re invited to Kindergarten Information Night to learn more about our programs, meet staff, and ask questions. Parkview's Night is March 25th at 5:30 PM. Longfellow's Night is May 20th at 6:00 PM. #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Congratulations to our VMS Concert Bands and Jazz Band, who recently attended NEIBA Large Group and Jazz Festivals, and all earned ratings in the Superior category! Great job, Vernon Bands!
Info About Senior Honors Night!
With a big assist from home, the VMS sixth grade social studies scribes traveled back in time to Ancient Mesopotamia to etch words in the world's oldest written language, cuneiform. A big thanks to all those who made the salt dough to help us out, you are appreciated!
The VMS Jazz Band and Show Choir completed their annual tour of the MISD middle, intermediate, and elementary schools today. The performances were entertaining and inspiring! Kudos to our amazing students and their directors, Mrs. Waymire and Mrs. Scherbring! 🎶🎷🥁🎤
Last night was the 2nd annual Parent Night for the Hungry Wolf Bistro, Marion High School’s fine dining work experience. This event allows students to showcase their skills by preparing and serving a three course meal to their families in a fine dining setting. Seeing the students’ pride in their work made the evening amazing, and the delicious food was just an added bonus. Thank you to the students, staff and families that made this a success!
Shout out to our VMS student ambassadors for helping with today’s 6th Grade Career Speaker Day! Today, these students welcomed each guest presenter and escorted them to classrooms, where students learned about different careers and the many opportunities they can pursue in the future.
VMS Soccer meetings will be held after school this week: 7/8 Girls Soccer Meeting on Tuesday, March 10 @ 3:05 in Ms. Cochrane's Room and 7/8 Boys Soccer Meeting on Thursday, March 12 @ 3:05 in the Cafeteria. The soccer coaches can't wait to see you there!
Thank you to Beth, Eli, Maggie, and Michelle who provide incredible support to our staff and students every day! Happy School Social Workers Week! #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
3rd grade students have been playing Bingo in the art room to practice drawing furniture for 3D rooms they will be creating.
Come out this Thursday to support the Marion High School Music programs! Enjoy some delicious food, hear fantastic student musicians, and participate in our live and silent auctions to support our students!
Auction link:
http://marionmusicboosters.betterworld.org/auctions/pops-concert-2026
Donation link:
https://square.link/u/N7FYS8SU
Auction link:
http://marionmusicboosters.betterworld.org/auctions/pops-concert-2026
Donation link:
https://square.link/u/N7FYS8SU
From Coach Menken: VMS Track and Field Meetings will be held in the conference room after school Monday, March 9th (Boys) and Tuesday, March 10th (Girls). You will meet the coaches, get season calendars, and learn about Bound enrollment. See you there -- bring a friend!
VMS Activities: Thursday, March 5 - Choir Concert (MHS Red Gym)