The countdown is on! Students begin classes on Friday, August 23. That’s just 15 days from now! 🙌
We cannot wait to see what the new school year will bring for our students, teachers, and families.
#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Are you looking for a new job? We are hiring! We also have substitute openings in custodian, food service, and associate positions!
Apply at https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities!
Parkview Elementary is nearing completion! The Ribbon cutting will be August 14 at 5:00pm at 125 3rd Ave, Marion. All are welcome to attend and tour this beautiful new PK-2 building! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
✨ We welcome Scott Wittstruck as a new teacher to Vernon Middle School!
Scott lives in Marion with his wife and two daughters, both of whom attend MHS. He graduated from Grinnell College in 1993 and earned his teaching degree at Iowa in 2001.
Scott says, "I am excited to take on a new step in my career!"
We are thrilled to have you!
Our MISD Summer Meals Program is still going strong! 🍏 Families with children 18 and under can visit Starry Elementary Monday-Friday for breakfast and lunch. Breakfast is from 8:30 to 9:30am and lunch is from 11:30am to 1:00pm. We welcome ALL families, so feel free to stop by!
It's almost time!!
We will be updating our parking lot lines on August 1st. Please note that parking lots throughout the district will be temporarily closed on Thursday, August 1st to allow for the painting and drying of parking lot lines.
The MISD Summer Meals Program offers free meals to kids throughout the summer! 🍎
Kids 18 & under can visit Monday-Friday @ Starry Elementary. Breakfast is 8:30-9:30am & lunch is 11:30am-1:00pm. All are welcome! This institution is an equal opportunity provider. #MISDInspire
REMINDER: Registration forms for our Start School Right event are due by Thursday, July 4! ⏰ Families who need clothes, tennis shoes, or hygiene supplies for the upcoming school year are welcome to register. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/misdstartschoolright24
MHS had 18 students + 3 teachers travel to Japan! They were able to visit numerous World Heritage Sites while learning the strong history of Japanese culture
Clothes, tennis shoes & hygiene items are available for pickup during our Start School Right event. Registration ends July 4, 2024.
📅 Date: August 8
⏰ Time: 5-7pm
Request form: https://bit.ly/misdstartschoolright24 Late registrations will not be accepted after July 4, 2024.
All kids 18 and under receive FREE meals through the MISD Summer Meals Program! 🌞🍎
Meals are served Monday-Friday in the Starry Elementary cafeteria. Breakfast is from 8:30 to 9:30am, and lunch is from 11:30am to 1:00pm. No need to sign up. #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
To all the dads and father figures out there, we would like to wish you a wonderful Father’s Day! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Today is National Flag Day! 🇺🇸
On this day, we recognize the adoption of the Stars and Stripes—a powerful symbol of our nation's history and unity.
Read more: https://www.govinfo.gov/features/flag-day-2023
The Vernon 7th and 8th Grade Band members performed at Adventureland on Wednesday. 🎶🎷🥁 The bands combined to provide musical entertainment before enjoying the park for the remainder of the day. 🎺🎵 Congratulations to our band students on a great year!
Longfellow Special Education Teacher Chelsea Albright is celebrating 10 years of service in MISD! 🎉 “At MISD, especially at Longfellow, it's like being part of one big family,” she says. “We're all about putting the kids first and supporting each other along the way. I love knowing that if I ever need anything, I can count on anyone here. It really makes work feel like more than just a job!”
Dawn Young has served as an instructional strategist at MHS for the past four years! 🌟
“Marion High School’s culture makes it a special place,” she says. “Students, families, and staff are valued and treated with respect. The caring culture empowers students to become learners who take risks and own their future!” We appreciate all you do for our students, Dawn!
We’d like to thank MHS Principal Secretary Ann Dittmar for her 15 years of service in our district! 🙌 “MISD is special because of the incredible people who pull together as a work family, helping staff and students to make a better working and learning community,” she says. “I love that the kids here can get the chance to excel as community leaders with skills, experience, and knowledge through the higher level course work, AP, and college options. The energy is great and there are so many directions available for the students to move forward. ”We’re grateful for all you do on a daily basis, Ann! 🌟
Today, we’d like to shine a spotlight on Ann Wilson, a preschool teacher who is marking 15 years of service in MISD! 👏 “The best part of being part of the MISD community is the students and watching them grow and learn,” she says. In her free time, Ann enjoys reading, shopping, camping, and spending time with her family.
Digital Communications and Visual Arts Teacher Jennifer Thilges just wrapped up her 25th year serving MISD schools! 🖥️🎨 “The mission and focus of MISD is to always put students first,” she says. “This is a philosophy that has been upheld throughout my career. I have always felt supported with my efforts to expand curriculum and technology resource needs. My students are the driving force that inspires me to keep learning, taking risks, and finding the joy in teaching.” We’re grateful for all your amazing efforts over the years, Jennifer!
