New Families - Midland Community School District

Open Enrollment is now open! The deadline to open enroll is March 2nd, 2026. More information on how to enroll can be found on this page.

Welcome to the Midland Community School District! We’re excited to have new and prospective families join our community. At Midland, we’re proud of our small class sizes, strong values, and family atmosphere where every student can learn, grow, and succeed. This page is here to help answer any questions you may have.

How Do I Enroll My Child?

To open enroll, contact the school directly — mihansen@midland.k12.ia.us, or by phone at 319-259-5340 ext 1250. We’d be happy to provide you or your family with a tour and walk you through the process.

You can also learn more about the enrollment process on this page, or read first-hand stories about what makes Midland a great place to go to school.

“As a Midland graduate, I always knew I wanted to come back and teach here, and now my husband and I are proud to raise our kids in this district.

It says a lot that so many staff members are also Midland graduates giving back to the community that shaped them. Midland’s welcoming, family atmosphere makes it truly special.“

— Shelby Denniston, Parent, Teacher, Alumni

“At Midland, I know my kids are cared for by every adult in the building. Teachers, paras, cooks, custodians, bus drivers, principals, nurses, and counselors all want my children to succeed. They encourage and expect kindness and respect. Midland feels like one big family.

With amazing teachers and small class sizes, I know my kids are getting the best education.”

— Julie Ahrendsen, Parent

“Midland prepares students for high-demand careers. It stands out from other schools with a computer science program that introduces coding as early as 3rd grade! Teachers are supported in bringing computer science into math, reading, science, and even social studies.

Midland gives me the confidence to be the best teacher I can be, I feel lucky each and every day!”

— Kandi Marshall, Teacher