Our teachers and staff are busy preparing for the upcoming school year! We will kick off the week with our staff welcome today. After that, all staff will participate in professional development. The first day of school for students is Friday, August 23.
The teachers and staff of Vernon Middle School are excited to welcome students back to our building for the 2024-25 school year. The VMS Open House will be held Wednesday from 5:30-7:00 pm and the First Day of School is Friday. We can't wait to see our students later this week!
Football camp starts in just a few days for our middle school student-athletes! 🏈
The camp is August 19-22 and will take place from 5:30 to 7:00pm at the Marion High School football field. The signup fee is $40 per student, which includes a T-shirt, silicone wristband, snacks, and Gatorade. Learn more: https://5il.co/2mwmo
Our spaces are lonely at Vernon Middle School; we are anxious to see our classrooms and hallways fill with students again soon! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
We are two weeks away from the first day of school. If you want to join the MISD community, now is the time to apply! ⏰We are seeking Paraprofessionals/Associates.
Begin your career with us: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities
Fall is fast approaching! Order your football apparel before the first game of the season! Check out these Senior designed shirts and sweatshirts and much, much more. Orders due 8/11 and will ship by 8/23! Visit: www.adcraftwebstores.com/MRNFB24
The countdown is on! Students begin classes on Friday, August 23. That’s just 15 days from now! 🙌
We cannot wait to see what the new school year will bring for our students, teachers, and families.
#MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture
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.
