Francis Marion Elementary School

We hope you all had a happy Valentine's Day!

3P having some Valentine math fun!

In honor of National School Resource Officers Appreciation Day, we’d like to thank Officer Brian Davis for serving as the SRO for MISD. His guidance helps keep students on track & promotes a safe learning atmosphere. Thank you, Officer Davis! 🙏 #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Students in 4M searching for fossils at Indian Creek Nature Center.

In-person absentee voting ahead of the March 5 PPEL election is available for MISD residents! Eligible voters may cast their ballots early at the Linn County Auditor’s Office, 7:30am to 4:30pm, Monday-Friday. Learn more about the PPEL ballot: https://www.marion-isd.org/page/ppel

On this day, we express how grateful we are to be surrounded by so many wonderful people in the MISD community. Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️ #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

During Black History Month, we invite you to spend time exploring the arts, stories, and achievements. Start here: https://blackhistorymonth.gov/ #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

ATTENTION! Career Opportunity! We are looking for the perfect fit for a 12-month Operations Department Administrative Assistant. Visit www.marion-isd.org-->Employment Opportunities to apply. #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

It's almost baseball season! Baseball multiplication in 3B.

ATTENTION: Career opportunities are available in the MISD community! If you’re looking to work in education, please consider applying at https://www.marion-isd.org/page/employment-opportunities. #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture Pass along this opportunity! 📢

Mark your calendars and share this information! The 2024-25 Marion Preschool Application goes live Friday, Feb. 16th at noon. Locations for 24-25: Longfellow Elementary & Parkview Elementary for both half day or full day. See the details: http://bit.ly/MISD2024-2025Preschool

Ms Thul's class wins the golden spatula!

3Mo partner reading during WIN time

It’s National School Counseling Week! A big shout-out goes to our amazing school counselors: 💫 Rachel Zaruba, LES 💫 Kalli Semler, VMS 💫 Sidney Zahn, VMS 💫 Kelli Johnson, SES 💫 Jamie Shields, FMI 💫 Jennifer Byers, MHS 💫 Tom Kettmann, MHS #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Are you looking to vote by absentee ballot in the March 5 PPEL election? Request an absentee ballot from the County Auditor’s Office. Ballots must be returned before the polls close on election day. Find more info: https://sos.iowa.gov/elections/electioninfo/absenteeinfo.html.

On March 5, MISD residents will vote on a Physical Plant & Equipment Levy (PPEL). These funds cover critical maintenance, technology, & facility needs throughout our district. #MISDinspire #MISDOwnYourFuture Learn more at: https://www.marion-isd.org/article/1414936

3rd and 4th graders at FMI are having a blast learning to play the ukulele! These beautiful instruments were provided through a generous grant from the Marion Foundation in 2021. In 3rd grade, students learn how to properly hold the instrument, what the parts are, and we practice four different chords so we can play a variety of popular songs. In 4th grade, students review their knowledge from 3rd grade and then learn the G7 chord, which uses three fingers! This opens up the chance to play even more popular and classic songs spanning from the 1950s to today! If your student is enjoying the ukulele and is asking about having one at home, Mrs. Bunge has more information and tips on her school website: https://bit.ly/fmi-music-newsletter-ukuleles IMG_5019.jpg

3R investigating magnetic forces

Happy Thank You Month! During January, MISD expresses profound gratitude to everyone supporting our schools & education as a whole. We appreciate the collective effort in building a strong foundation for our students! #MISDInspire #MISDOwnYourFuture

Marion Independent has changed to No School due to icy road conditions for Tuesday, January 23rd. Stay safe!