✨ We welcome Samantha Armbrust as a 5th Grade Special Education Teacher at VMS!
Samantha is originally from North Dakota, went to school in South Dakota, and is now here with her husband and three children, who attend school in our district! She enjoys reading in her free time.
Samantha says she is excited to learn and grow as a teacher.
We are thrilled to have you!
Did you know Marion High School has a Food Pantry that is available to any MISD/MHSAP students and their families? You can sign up by contacting Kristie Dixon at kdixon@marion-isd.org
✨ We welcome Rebecca Knudson as a Behavior Coach at Longfellow!
Rebecca has a degree in Early Childhood, Elementary, and Special Education along with a Master's degree in Collaborative Learning and Teaching. She lives in Cedar Rapids with her husband, Brad. They have three girls and are excited to become grandparents in December. After teaching at Marion for twenty years, she took a one-year absence to teach in a remote outback community in Australia, where she also cared for orphaned joeys.
She says, "I'm excited to be back at Marion and in a new role which will allow me to work with many teachers."
We are thrilled to have you!
✨ We welcome Sheryl Hawkins as a Supervising Teacher at MHSAP!
Sheryl has degrees in Music Education, has been married to her husband, Jeff, for almost 33 years, and they have four children together. They have been a part of MISD for 21 years.
Sheryl says she is looking forward to meeting more families and helping them on their educational journey.
We are thrilled to have you!
Today is the first day of preschool! We’re incredibly excited to welcome our newest Wolves into the MISD community! 🙌
#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Mrs. Cannon's English students doing a flashlight read for Edgar Allan Poe's "Tell Tale Heart"
Halloween came early in Mrs. Cannon's class as the students began to learn about the macabre writings of Edgar A. Poe!
The VMS Cross Country team beat the heat by taking part in team-building activities. Good luck to our Vernon runners on your upcoming season!
Order and support Project Graduation by purchasing the fall Super Fan shirts for MHS. Orders are due September 8th. Football, Cheer, Volleyball, Cross Country, Poms, and Music shirts are available! https://marionsuperfan.itemorder.com/shop/product/42874653/
Ms. Duning's General Science Matter class with some active learning
✨ We welcome Chelsie Badger as a 2nd Grade Teacher at Longfellow Elementary!
Chelsie grew up and went to school in Texas. Her family recently decided to move to Iowa to be closer to relatives. In her free time, she loves spending time with her family, reading, cooking, and watching movies.
Chelsie says, "When we were exploring where to put down roots, Marion and the amazing community really stood out to us as a wonderful place to live and raise a family."
We are thrilled to have you!
✨ We welcome Tannor McDonald as a 5th Grade Math & Science Teacher at VMS!
Tannor is originally from Iowa City, earned her degree in Elementary and Middle Level Education, and chose MISD because of its smaller community feel within a bigger city.
Tannor says, "I am excited to bring my enthusiasm and passion for learning to the district and to continue helping students reach their full potential. I am also looking forward to learning and growing as an educator while being surrounded by inspiring individuals!"
We are thrilled to have you!
✨ We welcome Laura Bigler as a Science Enrichment Teacher at MHSAP!
Laura is an ISU graduate and has previously taught high school science before staying at home to take care of her children. She is looking forward to meeting MHSAP students and families and seeing the opportunities MHSAP provides.
Laura says, "I have a passion for science and hands-on learning and love sharing this enthusiasm with others."
We are thrilled to have you!
✨ We welcome Hannah Prihoda as an MHSAP Supervising Teacher!
Hannah is a proud MHSAP alumna, mom, and now teacher. She was homeschooled, earned her teaching degree from Mount Mercy University, and taught in both public and private schools for four years before starting a family with her husband, Luke.
Hannah says, "MHSAP is such a caring community and empowers families to meet their individual students' needs."
We are thrilled to have you!
✨ We welcome Justin Hill as a PE and Health teacher at MHS and VMS!
Justin graduated from UNI and has been teaching for the past six years. He lives in Cedar Rapids with his girlfriend, Raven, and her son, and they're expecting!
Justin says, "I am excited to meet everyone, get started working in a high-quality PE and health program, and jump into coaching, starting with the varsity football team this fall."
We are thrilled to have you!
✨ We welcome Marshall Boche as a 6th & 7th Grade Social Studies Teacher!
Marshall graduated from MHS in 2019, recently earned his degree from the University of Iowa, and is an avid fan of all things fantasy and fiction.
Marshall says, "I hope to take part in and give back to this community that helped guide me to where I am today."
We are thrilled to have you!
New Teacher Orientation was a success and our new teachers were all ready to go for Day 1! Two days of learning and networking wrapped up with a special thanks to Farmers State Bank (FSB) for providing a delicious lunch from LJ's for our new teachers and their mentors.
Earlier this week, our Teacher Leaders had great learning and collaborating in preparation for the new school year that started today! #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Make consistent attendance a priority this school year! 🎒
Research shows that students who attend school daily achieve at higher levels than students who are frequently absent. Chronic absenteeism is linked to lower reading and math scores and a higher risk of dropping out of high school.
If you’re feeling well, you should be in school. Let’s work together to make the most of this school year! #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
Elementary & Middle School families, your open houses are happening tonight! 🏫
✅Longfellow – 4:00 to 6:00pm
✅FMI 4th Grade – 4:00 to 5:00pm
✅Parkview – 5:00 to 7:00pm
✅FMI 3rd Grade – 5:00 to 6:00pm
✅VMS – 5:30 to 7:00pm
#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
