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No Prom Grand March

There will NOT be a Grand March at Midland Prom 2024 due to student request. So only Midland students and their guests will be admitted to Prom if they have purchased a ticket. Stacie Cronkleton from The Photography Mill will be doing formal Prom Photos. You can order using this

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NHS Donates Bedding to Sleep In Heavenly Peace

In January, the NHS voted to purchase 4 sets of twin bedding (sheets and comforters) to donate to the Sleep in Heavenly Peace organization in Jones County.  Sleep in Heavenly Peace is a non-profit organization that will provide a bed, bedding and a book to Jones county residents ages 3-17. Parents

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Mock Interviews at MHS

On April 11th our 9th graders and ELA 1 students are doing Mock Interviews so they get a feel for the real thing ahead of them. They filled out a job application, made a resume, then went through the mock interview process. Thanks to Tris Langdon from Kirkwood Workplace Learning

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6th Grade Studies Eclipse

Our 6th graders spent the afternoon outside doing various activities related to the eclipse on April 8th. Mrs. Yousse said “I believe the kids had a great time viewing the eclipse and learning a little bit more about why and how this phenomenon happens. They also had an opportunity to

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LEARNING ABOUT AG IS FUN

Things are hatching in 1st Grade! Mrs. Gnade’s 1st Grade class has hatched chickens.  She used the Iowa Ag Literacy Foundation Grant to support this program.  

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Celebrating Therapy Dog Day

April 11th, was National Therapy Dog Day! Midland Elementary is so lucky to have 2 school therapy dogs! Bruce and Bigs help students (and staff) each and every day! They are always up for a pet and can help put a smile on all our faces.

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Learning in 3D

5th grade students recently finished reading a version of Don Quixote. After learning about knights and heraldry, they got a chance to design other own shields using a 3D printer. The software is definitely a challenge to figure out, but here are some cool shields!

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Animals 2 x 2

Mrs. Allen reports that Kindergarten has started their Animals 2×2 science kits. We are learning about pond snails, guppies, and gold fish.

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Midland Elementary Breaks Ground

Midland Elementary in Oxford Junction held their groundbreaking ceremony on April 4, 2024. All of the students, staff, some board members and OPN (architects) representatives were in attendance. We are excited for this upcoming project that will make our school a safer space for all. Dirt work has already begun

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DARE Class of 2024

Midland 5th Graders recently completed the DARE program with Jones County Deputy Rickels.  Throughout the course of the program, they learned effective strategies to resist peer pressure and avoid making choices that can result in negative consequences.  Making positive choices leads to better overall health and better friendships.  Upon completion

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No Prom Grand March

There will NOT be a Grand March at Midland Prom 2024 due to student request. So only Midland students and their guests will be admitted

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6th Grade Studies Eclipse

Our 6th graders spent the afternoon outside doing various activities related to the eclipse on April 8th. Mrs. Yousse said “I believe the kids had

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LEARNING ABOUT AG IS FUN

Things are hatching in 1st Grade! Mrs. Gnade’s 1st Grade class has hatched chickens.  She used the Iowa Ag Literacy Foundation Grant to support this program.  

Read More »

Learning in 3D

5th grade students recently finished reading a version of Don Quixote. After learning about knights and heraldry, they got a chance to design other own

Read More »

Animals 2 x 2

Mrs. Allen reports that Kindergarten has started their Animals 2×2 science kits. We are learning about pond snails, guppies, and gold fish.

Read More »

Midland Elementary Breaks Ground

Midland Elementary in Oxford Junction held their groundbreaking ceremony on April 4, 2024. All of the students, staff, some board members and OPN (architects) representatives

Read More »

DARE Class of 2024

Midland 5th Graders recently completed the DARE program with Jones County Deputy Rickels.  Throughout the course of the program, they learned effective strategies to resist

Read More »

Preschool and Kindergarten Registration is now open!  Learn more and get registered today!

Big news! Midland's TAP coordinator is starting a food pantry to help families in our community! Learn more.