On Read Across America Day, we’re highlighting the importance of reading aloud to children & fostering storytelling from an early age. Every story shared is an opportunity to spark imagination, curiosity, & a lifelong love of learning.
What will you read with your family? 📚
View Marion Independent draft calendars for the 2024-2025 school year at https://www.marion-isd.org/documents/calendars/173255. Board approval for the calendars will be March 25th at the regular monthly meeting. #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
The VMS Social Studies classes are putting on a fundraiser inspired by Caitlin Clark, which will support the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. Students are encouraged to bring in $3 donations during March! Check out the images for more information! #VMSInspire
Mr. Robinson has created a wall sized bracket for the upcoming basketball tournaments. Stay tuned as he updates the bracket!
The Girls Tennis webstore is now open! Support your team with the link below!
https://stores.teamelitesports.com/marion_girls_tennis/shop/home
Congratulations to the Vernon Middle School Jazz Band on their recent 5th place finish at the Coe Jazz Summit. We are proud of you! #VMSInspire #MISDInspire
Looking to vote early ahead of the March 5 election? There’s a satellite voting opportunity today at Marion High School’s cafeteria, 3:30-9:30pm. A valid ID is required.
Find more info on the voted PPEL on the ballot for MISD: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/ppel
Strike up the band! Our Parade of Bands is TONIGHT at 7:00pm in the Red Gym. Let's cheer on our talented, hard-working student musicians! 🎺🥁 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
REMINDER: Parent/Teacher Conferences for SES/LES will take place today from 3:45 to 7:45pm. We look forward to discussing your child's progress! 🏫 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Our science students are performing their paper airplane lab!
The Marion Boys Tennis webstore is open until March 11th! Check out the apparel at:
https://stores.teamelitesports.com/marion_boys_tennis/shop/home
It’s time to celebrate Public Schools Week!
We want to thank our teachers and staff, parents & guardians, students, and community for your support of our public schools. We appreciate you! ✨#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture #PSW24
MISD is hiring, and we want YOU! We have multiple positions ready to fill.
Boost your career today—browse job listings and apply here: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities
#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Check out Mrs. Scott’s class having fun with hands-on activities during math and reading! #VMSInspire
Boys substate basketball info:
Alliant Energy PowerHouse is required to use their ticketing partner, Ticketmaster. Its best to purchase tickets at the box office to avoid fees. Tickets can also be purchased online.
The box office and concessions will take cash and credit cards.
There will be Girls Wrestling action today at Vernon! Our wrestlers will take on Drexler Middle School at 4:15 pm. Good luck!
REMINDER: Friday, February 23 is a Professional Development day, so there will be no classes. We’ll see you back in class on Monday, February 26. #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Financial Aid Awareness Month is a great time to explore grants, scholarships, and other financial aid options that can make your education journey more affordable. 🎓🌟
Speak with a school counselor to learn more. You can also get started by filling out the FAFSA: https://www.fafsa.gov #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
On March 5, MISD residents will vote on a Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL). Here are a few things you should know:
✅The MISD tax rate has remained steady for the past 7 years.
✅Renewing the levy will maintain (not increase) the current tax rate.
✅The district is seeking to renew the voted PPEL at $1.34 per $1,000 of taxable value.
✅The overall tax rate was $18.01 in FY 2024.
For more information, please visit: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/ppel.
REMINDER: Francis Marion Intermediate Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, February 20, & Thursday, February 22, from 3:45 to 7:45pm both days.
Our teachers look forward to discussing students’ progress with their parents & guardians! 🤝#MISDInspire
