Longfellow Elementary

We love welcoming volunteers into our schools! Whether you're hoping to help in the classroom, join a field trip, or support in other ways, please complete a volunteer application and background check. ✅

Learn more and apply at: www.marion-isd.org/page/school-volunteers

The best part of being back to school is seeing everyone’s smiling face! ☺️ #kidartistheBEST #secondgradeartists #lesinspire

Our students who turned in their “trees”, aka they played outside for over 100 hours this summer, got their prize-a free small ice cream cone or cup from Barkers! Thank you Barker’s for the donation!

First graders on a friendship hunt! 🕵️‍♂️💬 They’re finding classmates who love pizza, have pets, or like to play baseball — learning how much they have in common along the way! #lesinspire

Happy First Day of School! 🎉

As a reminder, there are early outs for all students today. Additionally, be sure to register if you haven’t already!

New student registration: https://www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/new-student-registration-25-26

Returning student registration: https://www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/returning-student-registration-2025-2026

We are excited to start the new school year! We will see you tomorrow! #MISDOwnYourFuture

📣 Coming Soon: A Better Way to Stay Connected!

Starting on August 26th, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Marion Independent Schools, IA app.
✅ One place for all school communication
📱 Text notifications even if you haven’t downloaded the app
💬 Easy access to message teachers, coaches, counselors & more

These faces loved seeing all your faces back in our halls and classrooms tonight! Thanks to all who came to Open House! We can't wait to see everyone on Monday for the first day of K-2 classes! #lesinspire

Open House is tonight from 4-6pm! Be sure to stop by the signing table by the library to get your picture taken and sign your certificate for the new school year! Post your pic below! #lesinspire

The first day of school is just around the corner! Be sure your student is registered for the 2025-26 school year. 📚

✅ New student registration: https://www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/new-student-registration-25-26

✅ Returning student registration: https://www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/returning-student-registration-2025-2026

We’re getting ready to welcome students back! If you haven’t registered for the 2025-26 school year yet, now’s the time. ✏️

➡️ New student registration: https://www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/new-student-registration-25-26

➡️ Returning student registration: https://www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/returning-student-registration-2025-2026

Thank you to our dedicated Longfellow and Parkview staff who attended the Iowa Science of Reading Summit in Cedar Rapids yesterday and today! Your commitment to growing literacy practices for our students is appreciated. 📚👏

#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Join our team! MISD is currently hiring for an Administrative Assistant at the District Office! We encourage you to apply today! ✍️ Go to www.marion-isd.org -->Employment Openings to get your application started!

Summer is the perfect time to dive into a great book! 📚 🌞

Mrs. Pearson and Miss Hoppenworth have put together helpful information and resources to keep students reading and learning all summer long.

Check out their guide to Summer Reading Opportunities:
https://misdsummer.my.canva.site/

Families, be sure to check the Digital Backpack for weekly updates! 🎒 It is filled with many additional opportunities available for students and families throughout our community. While these largely are not district-sponsored activities, we share them for those who may be interested. Explore the Digital Backpack here: https://www.marion-isd.org/documents/digital-backpack/180295

We’re seeking passionate, dedicated professionals to join our team. If you're ready to make a difference in the lives of students and be part of a supportive school community, we want to hear from you! 🙌 Apply today: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

To all the dads and father figures, Happy Father's Day! We hope you have a wonderful day. #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

The eRegistration platform is now open for all returning students for the 2025-2026 school year! 📝 For registration assistance, please contact your building secretary, email enrollment@marion-isd.org, or reach out to District Registrar Jeff Kost at the District Office at 319-377-4691, ext. 1108. Student fees (textbook, transportation, etc.) will not be added until late July and should be paid before the first day of school. Get started at: www.marion-isd.org/o/marion-isd/page/returning-student-registration-2025-2026

This past school year was Olivia Freesmeier’s fifth in MISD! Olivia serves as a General Music Specialist at Longfellow and Vernon. 💫 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture