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Midland 5th Grade Learning The Game

The 5th graders took a field trip to Little Bear to wrap up their golf unit and tie together their learning on a real course. We couldn’t ask for a more beautiful morning, and many in the group began their love for golf. Thank you to Little Bear Golf Course

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Elementary Mural

Elementary students work together to paint a Leader in Me mural in the gym that was designed and drawn by Hadley Eganhouse. Kindergarten-5th grade students voted on drawings that were submitted to determine what student design would be used.  Check it out next time you go to the elementary! Great

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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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On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Midland community voters will decide on renewing the district’s Physical Plant and Equipment Levy (PPEL), which provides crucial funding for maintenance, security, technology, transportation, and equipment needs. Approval of this measure would continue the current levy for another 10 years without increasing taxes.

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