Students attended the Kirkwood Healthcare Expo last Thursday. The event showcased healthcare academies for the 2026–27 academic year. Health fields represented included emergency services, dietetics and nutrition, pharmacy, dentistry, nursing, physical and occupational therapy, surgical technology, radiology, optometry, speech therapy, and more.
The Marion Dance Team is off to a great start!
Eight dancers competed at the State Solo Qualifying Competition in Pella last Thursday, all earning impressive scores from the judges.
Congratulations to Genevieve Wilkin, Isobel Peterson, Harlie Hemphill, Jaella Weems and Renae Patterson for earning Division I ratings!
Next up: the team heads to Davenport 11/1 for the Legacy Competition!
Eight dancers competed at the State Solo Qualifying Competition in Pella last Thursday, all earning impressive scores from the judges.
Congratulations to Genevieve Wilkin, Isobel Peterson, Harlie Hemphill, Jaella Weems and Renae Patterson for earning Division I ratings!
Next up: the team heads to Davenport 11/1 for the Legacy Competition!
Unified PE finished up the first quarter with a fun Obstacle Course, thanks to the National Guard
Our award-winning journalism program attended the IHSPA conference at the U of I today. They attended sessions that cover pertinent topics for HS journalists and advisers.
Biggest of congratulations to Addison and Emerson Dabroski on punching their tickets to the state cross country meet!
The second issue of The Vox is out now! https://mhsvoxonline.com/category/issues/25-26-issues/issue-2-25-26/
Students in Bakery class completed their final project this week. Their cupcake wars challenge was to make cupcakes and frosting from scratch while presenting them on a crafted display. Students chose a theme to showcase in their decorations and displays. Each group did such a great job working together and showcasing their skills in Bakery class this quarter.
Welcome to the end of Term 1, MHS! Here are your last announcements of the quarter! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-nymo5aviRQ
We're hiring an Operations and Transportation Administrative Assistant! If you're organized, detail-oriented, & ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you. ✍️ Apply at: https://www.applitrack.com/marionia/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Secretarial%2fClerical
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Today was the Q1 2025 Hungry Wolf Bistro Day at Marion High School. Students worked hard transforming the classroom into a fine dining space and preparing a delicious meal for staff who made reservations, complete with Italian or meatball sub sandwiches, potato salad, and scotcheroos! They even tried their hand at crafting charcuterie boards to practice their kitchen safety skills, and the results were fantastic and scrumptious. Congrats to the entire Bistro Team!
The GIC students went on 2 Career Discovery Tours this week. They visited IFP Motion Solutions and ESCO Group. A big thanks to Mr. Kettmann and Kirkwood's Workplace Learning Connection for setting up this great experience!
Check out this major upgrade done by the Garden Club! Special thanks to the Marion Foundation Grant and Facilities for their support.
October is Emotional Intelligence Awareness Month!
Did you know that emotional intelligence can be developed and strengthened over time? Through practice and reflection, we can all improve our ability to understand and manage emotions. It's never too late to grow! 🌱
Did you know that emotional intelligence can be developed and strengthened over time? Through practice and reflection, we can all improve our ability to understand and manage emotions. It's never too late to grow! 🌱
Mrs. Farwell's Bakery class spent the day decorating their own individual-sized cakes. They were asked to decorate their cakes with a Halloween theme. Students really enjoyed letting their creativity shine, and some just couldn't wait to taste-test their frosting.
Here are your weekly announcements from The Vox! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Km8_pH4g_s
An awesome day of kickball with the Superstars at Noelridge Park today! A ton of athletes and over 50 volunteers!
AMPED is getting ready to do their first run of clothing this fall. They will be making and selling Halloween and Fall designs. The order form is available until Monday, October 13th at noon- https://tinyurl.com/yuzap9cn
New designs for the fall this year- https://tinyurl.com/34nze7zf
Thanks for your support!
New designs for the fall this year- https://tinyurl.com/34nze7zf
Thanks for your support!
We’re proud to share that Marion Independent School District has been named to the 2025 Top Workplaces list by the Des Moines Register for the 2nd year in a row! 🌟
This recognition is a reflection of our incredible staff and their daily commitment to supporting our students and families.
Thank you for helping us make a difference. The full list of 2025 Iowa Top Workplaces is available at https://topworkplaces.com/award/desmoinesregister/.
This recognition is a reflection of our incredible staff and their daily commitment to supporting our students and families.
Thank you for helping us make a difference. The full list of 2025 Iowa Top Workplaces is available at https://topworkplaces.com/award/desmoinesregister/.
Our Unified P.E. class helped Mr. Kettman today assemble snack bags to share with hungry students!
Here are your weekly announcements from The Vox! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hTnem-wRB9I