Ms. Jenni's preschool class put a bean seed in a wet paper towel, put it in the window, and journaled what it looked like. A week later they looked at the seeds, observed the changes (like roots), and journaled again. Then they planted the seeds to see what will happen next.
Nothing like a spring field trip to the Gallagher Bluedorn Theater in Cedar Falls to make your Thursday awesome! ☺️ Second graders were able to see a performance of The Stinky Cheese Man. 🧀
Our K-2 students have been working for a few weeks to earn 3,000 paw prints. We hit the goal this week, so we celebrated with a school-wide Bingo Party Friday!
The Little Wolves Youth Track Meet for 1st through 6th graders will be on May 13th. Join in on the fun and run on the new track! Visit this link for all the details: https://5il.co/1sfhb #MISDOwnYourFuture #MISDinspire
First graders recently finished a unit on the History of the Earth from our new Amplify reading series. In this unit they learned about the layers of the earth, volcanoes, geysers, rocks and minerals, fossils, and dinosaurs! To finish up the unit they made a geyser using Diet Coke and Mentos! We wonder if that is how Old Faithful looks. They also made a model of the earth and its layers using Play-doh. Can you name the 4 layers of the earth? We can!
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Remember to join us for the Groundbreaking Event for Parkview Elementary School on Monday, April 10th from 5-5:30pm. You'll find us at the old field site. #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Last week in library class 2nd graders were given a variety of materials. They had to use the materials to create a tower that would withstand 15 seconds of "tornado"winds. Students did a great job and if they were not successful at first they were quick to alter their designs.
Last week in library class 1st grade students had to build a bridge with playdoh and pipe cleaners. They had to figure out how to balance a small cup and have it hold the most tiles.
Last week in library classes kindergarten students were given materials to create monsters/pets that could live on their desks. They had to name them, share what they would eat and what they would do on their desks.
Second graders have been studying a new #CKLA Knowledge unit on Insects. 🪰 Students have been studying what makes an insect an insect and have been keeping an insect journal. 🐞 Inside they’ve been creating insect diagrams and writing new information they’ve learned along with questions they still have about insects. 🐜 Here you see them using informational text to find more photos and pictures to help create their diagrams. 🐝
Our eRegistration platform is now open for all new students for the 2023-2024 school year. Find information at www.marion-isd.org --> District Information --> Enrolling Your Child or go to this link (https://registration.powerschool.com/family/gosnap.aspx?action=35146&culture=en) to find all the registration information from preschool information, new student information, returning student information (coming soon!) and much more. For registration assistance, please contact your building secretary, email enrollment@marion-isd.org, or contact Jeff Kost in the District Office at (319)377-4691 ext. 1108. Student fees will be added in the end of July and due in August. The Free/Reduced Lunch Application for the 2023-2024 school year will be sent out in July once it becomes available. We look forward to serving you in the 2023-2024 school year!
Soccer and Track Fans - Super Fan Shirts
You can order until NOON today!
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Meet Ms. Ann
This is my 16th year teaching preschool and my 14th year with MISD.
My husband, Matt and I have 2 kiddos. Colt is in 3rd grade and Clara is in 2nd grade. We live in the country and have cows and chickens. We have a dog, Sophie, and a bunny, Porsha.
I enjoy being my family’s biggest cheerleader at their events, riding four wheelers, playing laser tag, and going camping. In my spare time I like to work in the garden, exercise (especially yoga & dance) and read.
Meet Mrs. Wicke
ELL Teacher (English Language Learners)
This is my 30th year in the Marion School District! I taught 1st grade at Starry Elementary for four years, 4th grade at Vernon and FMI for twenty-two years, and this is my fourth year as an ELL educator. Teaching ELL means I get to travel between all five buildings in the Marion School District to assist kids with learning English.
I’m married to Tom and we have three wonderful kids; Emily, Sam, and Claire. We have a son-in-law, Devonte, and two grand-dogs named Kobe and Kali. Our own sweet pup, named Casey, has been a part of our family for 14 years.
Tom and I love live music, traveling, being outside, riding bikes, and taking walks with Casey. I also enjoy hanging out in my flower garden and reading books!
Today is the day! Join us for the Marion Stadium Ribbon Cutting today, March 20th at 4:30pm. View the turf, the concessions, and the track! #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Meet Ms. Amanda
Hey Friends! My name is Ms. Amanda and I am in my 13th year of teaching preschool with the Marion School District! I am a Marion Independent graduate, received my BA at the University of Northern Iowa, Go Panthers!, completed my masters program from the University of Saint Mary’s! I currently reside in Marion with my husband, Jeremy, and our three daughters, Jada, who is a senior, Lily, who is a 6th grader, and Hazel, who is in 1st grade! Along with my family, we have two dogs, Lloyd and Otis, and a pet pig, Petunia! When we are not busy with school, dance, and horseback riding, we like to go camping, fishing, and ride our ATV around the countryside! I am very excited for the school year and love being a part of the Marion Independent community!
Due to the weather, Marion ISD will be running a 2 hour EARLY DISMISSAL today, March 9th. No evening activities, no PM preschool.
Meet Mrs. Freesmeier
*General Music Teacher
*This is my 11th year teaching music!
-Four years in Ohio, teaching middle and high school choir
-Two years teaching elementary general music and strings in Oregon
-Two years teaching general music practices and music psychology at UIowa
-Three years here with Marion, teaching general music at Longfellow and Vernon!
*When I am not at school, I love to go hiking, mountain biking and be with my family.
*I have a baby boy whose name is Parker and he is about to be 1!
*Fun Fact: I am an identical twin.
We kicked off this year's Kids' Heart Challenge today! Check your child's backpack for their fundraising form.
Meet Mrs. Kuethe
* Second grade teacher
*She is in her 33rd year of teaching!
*She has coached track at Vernon Middle School since 1992.
* She has been married to her husband, Jeff, for 31 years.
* Two sons and a daughter: Cole is a math teacher at Vernon Middle School, Trent is in supply chain management in Texas, and Lauren is a junior at UNI.
* Mrs. Kuethe became a grandmother in May!
*Free time: Mrs. Kuethe loves going on walks, playing piano, reading, baking, playing games, and being with her family and friends.
