Please welcome our new 7th/8th grade social studies teacher, Eric Reents. He is originally from Naperville, IL. He has a degree to teach physical education but he has experience teaching P.E, special education and now social studies. He went to school at Iowa State University. He went to school for education because he always has enjoyed interacting with others and taking part in the process of learning/teaching new things. Combine that with his interest of exercise science and Physical Education just made sense.
He decided to work with middle school students because he views PE as an extremely important thing to make part of a student's life. When these healthy habits are created early in life, it can lead to a much healthier outcome. This is the main reason he chose to focus on the middle school grade levels.
He lives in Marion with his wife and son, Christopher. Christopher turned two this summer and loves to run around and say "hi" to their three cats. Over the past six or so months he has discovered a passion for woodworking. He loves finding little projects that he can take on to add a little style to their home and to get some practice improving his skills.
Fun Fact: We have three cats at home: Toby, Tabitha and Teddy. The last one, Teddy, we actually just got over the summer. My wife was out on a walk and actually pulled him out of a storm drain on the road! Because of that, we like to call him "Sewer Cat". He is extremely sweet and loves sitting on my shoulder while I am relaxing. He gets along so well with my son Christopher and frequently meows at him asking to be pet.
See information below on today’s boys basketball games!
Our new school bus has been delivered! Thank you for supporting and voting for PPEL funds as this bus was purchased using our Physical Plant and Equipment Levy Funds. #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
See the information below on January Fastworks. You must register by Jan. 10th!
Marion ISD will be running on a 2 hour delay this morning, Thursday, January 5th due to the weather. No morning preschool or activities.
Due to the icy roads, we will be cancelling school today, Wednesday, January 4th. Stay safe!
We will be running on a 2 hour delay today, Wednesday, January 4th due to the icy roads.
Happy New Year! We are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow, January 3rd when school resumes. #MISDOwnYourFuture #MISDinspire
Mrs. Hale’s 7th grade artists made her promise to not have pictures of their clay gingerbread houses posted until after Christmas, because so many were planned as gifts. #vmsinspire
Here are a few sneak peeks of a new mural our 8th grade artists are creating. Inspired by ideals of the Green Bandana club, which promotes inclusion and community, they were encouraged to brainstorm common things that bring joy to their lives. There’s so much more to be drawn on the wall but kids were motivated to put a few splashes of color on it. #vmsinspire
Students in Mr. Reents’ 8th grade social studies classes created their own board games along with questions from their most recent chapter from the textbook. #vmsinspire
Art in any form is an expression or application of human creativity, skill, and imagination. 8th grade artist Nora K. speaks in whispers, but her work is a powerful proclamation of effort and resolve. With some new techniques tailored to foster her strengths, Nora created this beautiful self portrait. #vmsinspire
District and building offices will be closed from Thursday, December 22nd through Monday, January 2nd. School resumes on Tuesday, January 3rd.
8th grade scientists in Ms. Bys’ classes have been learning about weather. Last week, they practiced reading a variety of weather maps to create a forecast for a specific location. Groups then acted as meteorologists and presented their findings to classmates. #vmsinspire
Due to the forecasted inclement weather, school will be canceled for Thursday, December 22nd.
Mr. Read’s 5th grade P.E class finished DARE last week! #vmsinspire
Mrs. Wolfe-Kerker’s students have a friendly holiday baking competition in the works. Decorating will be done Monday and Tuesday. We can’t wait to see their finished cookies! #vmsinspire
MISD Transportation Users: The transportation phone lines are working now.
MISD Transportation Users: The phone lines are down at transportation this morning, December 15th. Please email rscott@marion-isd.org for transportation messages or call your building secretary. Thank you!
Please see the information below on today’s girls basketball games.
