Francis Marion Elementary School

4M learning about and using electrical circuits to light up their lightbulbs in science class.

PE class of the week 4M (Mrs Lennox is guest teaching today) 😊

World Kindness Day is a perfect reminder of how positive actions—such as including others, showing patience, and speaking kindly—make our schools feel like a welcoming place for everyone. Keep up the great work! 🙌💛 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Order your FMI gear now ! Orders are due by 11/25/24 and orders will return on 12/13/2024. Link to order: https://www.ceg-ia.com/fmi #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

We would like to wish all who have served in our community a Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇲 Thank you so much for your service and sacrifice. We are forever grateful. MHS, Veterans Day Celebration @ MHS - 11/11/2024 at 9:30-10:00 AM (Red Gym) #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Mark Your Calendars: Wednesday, November 13, will be an early dismissal day for students. 🗓️ #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Have you ever visited the @ Marion Public Library? 📚 Our community is fortunate to have an amazing library filled with a wide variety of books and materials! Take your child for a visit and help them find their next book to read. Visiting the library is both educational and fun for the entire family. Inspiring a lifelong love of reading is one of the greatest gifts you can give your child. More information about the Marion library is available here: https://marionpubliclibrary.org #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

PE class of the week (last week) 3Mo!

MISD educators are determined, selfless, and passionate. Does this describe you? Consider applying for a position at our schools! 🏫 View jobs and start your application at https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities

Fall party fun in 3Mo

Would you describe yourself as patient, enthusiastic, ambitious, fearless, friendly, flexible, and adventurous? We are looking for you! The Marion Independent Food Service Department has an opening for a part time server/dishwasher. Perks include (but are not limited to) no nights or weekends, summers off, paid holidays. If interested apply go to: marion-isd.org->District Information->Employment Opportunities->Current Openings->Food Service (along the left) or go here: https://www.applitrack.com/marionia/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Food+Service

During First Quarter in Counselor class 4th grade students worked on problem solving skills. Students worked with others to analyze situations to determine the size of the problem and then planned and role-played solutions to common 4th grade scenarios

As we recognize National First Responders Day, we take a moment to thank the first responders who are always there for us. We truly appreciate all you do! 🚑🚓🚒 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Help us keep football games fun and safe for all! 🏈 Your respectful and responsible behavior makes a big difference on the experience for all attendees. Here are a few guidelines to follow: ✅ No bags or backpacks are allowed in the stadium ✅ Everyone should be sitting in the stands and avoid loitering in other areas ✅ All students in grades K-6 must be accompanied by an adult to attend games ✅ Students in grades 7-12 should sit in the designated student area Thank you in advance for helping everyone stay safe while supporting our student activities!

REMINDER: There will be no classes on Friday, October 25! 🗓️

Conferences are tonight and Thursday! Please check out our lost and found outside Mrs. Shields' office.

Reading with your child is one of the BEST ways to help them succeed and become a reader! 📚 15-20 minutes of reading together each day can significantly impact your child’s learning. It’s a valuable way to prepare your child for the future! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Attention FMI families: Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Tuesday, October 22, and Thursday, October 24. All students are off from school on Friday, October 25! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

REMINDER: Please fill out our Needs Assessment Survey conducted by the Iowa Association of School Boards and share your thoughts. The survey takes about 9 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymous! Find the survey here: https://forms.office.com/r/YtMQmYnPCk

3G had some special guest readers for America Reads Day!