
Are you looking for a new job? We are hiring! We also have substitute openings in custodian, food service, and associate positions!
Apply at https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities!


Parkview Elementary is nearing completion! The Ribbon cutting will be August 14 at 5:00pm at 125 3rd Ave, Marion. All are welcome to attend and tour this beautiful new PK-2 building! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture





✨ We welcome Scott Wittstruck as a new teacher to Vernon Middle School!
Scott lives in Marion with his wife and two daughters, both of whom attend MHS. He graduated from Grinnell College in 1993 and earned his teaching degree at Iowa in 2001.
Scott says, "I am excited to take on a new step in my career!"
We are thrilled to have you!


Our MISD Summer Meals Program is still going strong! 🍏 Families with children 18 and under can visit Starry Elementary Monday-Friday for breakfast and lunch. Breakfast is from 8:30 to 9:30am and lunch is from 11:30am to 1:00pm. We welcome ALL families, so feel free to stop by!


We will be updating our parking lot lines on August 1st. Please note that parking lots throughout the district will be temporarily closed on Thursday, August 1st to allow for the painting and drying of parking lot lines.


The MISD Summer Meals Program offers free meals to kids throughout the summer! 🍎
Kids 18 & under can visit Monday-Friday @ Starry Elementary. Breakfast is 8:30-9:30am & lunch is 11:30am-1:00pm. All are welcome! This institution is an equal opportunity provider. #MISDInspire


REMINDER: Registration forms for our Start School Right event are due by Thursday, July 4! ⏰ Families who need clothes, tennis shoes, or hygiene supplies for the upcoming school year are welcome to register. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/misdstartschoolright24


Clothes, tennis shoes & hygiene items are available for pickup during our Start School Right event. Registration ends July 4, 2024.
📅 Date: August 8
⏰ Time: 5-7pm
Request form: https://bit.ly/misdstartschoolright24 Late registrations will not be accepted after July 4, 2024.


All kids 18 and under receive FREE meals through the MISD Summer Meals Program! 🌞🍎
Meals are served Monday-Friday in the Starry Elementary cafeteria. Breakfast is from 8:30 to 9:30am, and lunch is from 11:30am to 1:00pm. No need to sign up. #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture


To all the dads and father figures out there, we would like to wish you a wonderful Father’s Day! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture


Today is National Flag Day! 🇺🇸
On this day, we recognize the adoption of the Stars and Stripes—a powerful symbol of our nation's history and unity.
Read more: https://www.govinfo.gov/features/flag-day-2023


The Vernon 7th and 8th Grade Band members performed at Adventureland on Wednesday. 🎶🎷🥁 The bands combined to provide musical entertainment before enjoying the park for the remainder of the day. 🎺🎵 Congratulations to our band students on a great year!



Tom Hauck, 7-12 PE/Health Teacher, is celebrating 15 years of service in MISD! 🏉⚽⚾
“MISD is a special place because of the community that is created by the faculty and students,” he says. “It is such a welcoming and supportive environment that allows everyone to be successful. ”In his free time, Tom enjoys playing, coaching, and watching sports, and being outside with his daughters. He also enjoys playing euchre with friends and traveling.


We’d like to thank 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher Jeff Mayrose for his five years of service to MISD! 💫 Before arriving in our district, he taught in the Philippines for five years and in Janesville, Wisconsin, for one year. He says the best thing about MISD is the people he gets to work with each day. Thank you for all you do, Jeff!


Today, we’d like to shine a spotlight on Kalli Semler, a school counselor who is celebrating five years in MISD! ✨ “I love coming to work every day, as it gives me the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with both students and staff members,” she says. “The sense of community within our school district is truly special, with everyone caring deeply about the success and wellbeing of each individual. It's a privilege to be a part of such a supportive and nurturing environment.” Thank you for all you do, Kalli!


Eli Cochrane is celebrating five years of service in MISD! 💫She serves as a behavior interventionist/restorative practices coordinator at VMS.“There is a real sense of family and community at MISD,” she says. In her free time, Eli enjoys bike riding and playing soccer, kickball, pickleball, and volleyball. ⚽


The VMS 7th Graders enjoyed a trip to Thomas Park to celebrate their learning and achievements throughout the school year. It looks like everyone had a great time!

The Related Arts teachers recognized a number of 5th through 8th Grade Vernon students for their excellence in the 4th Quarter of PE, music, teen living, computer science and art. Congratulations to our awesome students!











Today is the LAST DAY of classes! All MISD schools will have an early dismissal. Check below for your school’s dismissal time:
⏰ MHS at 12:55pm
⏰ VMS at 1:05pm
⏰ FMI at 1:30pm
⏰ LES/SES at 1:20pm
Have a fantastic summer! 😎


Looking for summer activities and upcoming events? Look no further than our Digital Backpack! 🎒💻 Don’t waste your valuable time searching for information elsewhere—everything you need is just one click away in our Digital Backpack. Explore our Digital Backpack now for the best summer yet: https://www.marion-isd.org/documents/digital-backpack/180295
New flyers for basketball camps, football camps, robotics camp, strength and conditioning, and more! Don't miss out!
