Francis Marion Elementary School

K-4 TAG teacher Amanda Freese just wrapped up 25 years of serving MISD schools! 🤩 Thank you for your dedication to our schools and students! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

We’d like to shine the spotlight on Melissa Cannon, who just finished her 25th year in MISD! 🎉 She serves as an Instructional Coach at FMI. We appreciate all you do for our students, family, and community! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Health Associate Cindy Johnson is celebrating 25 years of service to MISD! 🎉 Thank you for all you do, Cindy! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

3rd grade had an amazing day for our Track and Field event yesterday!

4th grade Marion Way Award winners for second semester. Congratulations!!

3rd grade Marion Way Award winners for second semester. Congratulations!!

Social Worker Michelle Wilson is celebrating 30 years of service in MISD! 🎉 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

We’d like to shine the spotlight on Joe Fontenot, who has dedicated 30 years to MISD! 🎉 He spent 24 years teaching 3rd–4th grade PE/Health at FMI, 6 years teaching K–2 PE/Health at Starry Elementary, 4 years teaching 8th–12th grade PE/Health at Marion High School, and 1 year teaching PE/Health at Vernon Middle School.

Thank you to Jeri Thompson for your 27 years of service and dedication to MISD! Jeri is currently serving as a FMI associate. Jeri shared, “Marion is just the right size; not too big or too small. It feels like a family.” Happy retirement, Jeri! 🎊

Reminder, FMI Families: We are hosting our FMI Track Meet again this year! 🏃 The 3rd grade track meet will be the morning of May 29. The 4th grade track meet will be the morning of May 30. We look forward to two fantastic events! #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

REMINDER: There is no school on Monday, May 26, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Students in 3Gr proudly shared their most recent writings about early explorers with FMI staff.

We're wishing Marie Henderson a joyful and relaxing retirement! Marie is a Special Education Teacher and has served MISD for four years. Marie is thankful for the staff that she got to work with at FMI. Thank you, Marie, for everything you’ve done for MISD. 🎊

We're wishing Lori Rogers a joyful and relaxing retirement! Lori is a 3rd grade teacher who has served MISD for 27 years. “MISD has been an integral part of our family’s life for over 30 years,” reflected Lori. “I know I will miss the students, staff, and families, but I am convinced the best is yet to come for MISD!” Thank you, Lori, for everything you’ve done for MISD. 🎊

Join us in celebrating Mike Murphy's retirement! Mike is currently the FMI principal and has served MISD for 26 years. ✨ When asked what makes MISD a special place to live, work, and learn, Mike shared, “This is easy—it's the people, both students and staff.” Best wishes on your next journey!

If your student is returning to MISD, let’s get them registered! Families with students returning in grades 1-12 can now complete registration. 📝 Get started: www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/returning-student-registration-2025-2026 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

MISD is hiring for the summer and upcoming school year! 🙌 Discover rewarding opportunities and connect with us by visiting: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Wishing every mom in our community a Happy Mother’s Day filled with joy! 🌷 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

As we round out Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re reminded that the impact of a great educator lasts far beyond the classroom. 💫 Whether it’s offering a listening ear, sparking curiosity, or encouraging confidence, our MISD staff shape lives every single day. Thank you for being the steady, inspiring force our students count on. 🙌 #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Make a difference before the school year ends! ❤️ Every month, we serve around 23,000 lunches and 7,000 breakfasts, ensuring students are nourished and ready to learn. No student is ever turned away from a meal, but unpaid lunch debt continues to rise. Your donation, no matter the amount, can make a real impact—helping students grow, learn, and succeed. To donate, visit https://ia-marion-lite.intouchreceipting.com/MISDNutritionDonation.