Sixth graders prepared for a vocabulary quiz on “Hatchet” by Gary Paulsen. They supported one another by using the Mix-Pair-Share cooperative learning strategy to review challenging definitions. This strategy helps students build important social skills such as communication, active listening, and respectfully adding to one another’s ideas, while also teaching patience. 📚🤝
On February 5, 2nd graders celebrated the 102nd day of school with a morning full of fun and learning. Students kicked things off with a bright neon theme and math activities focused on adding up to 102! 🎉
The celebration continued with movement challenges to see how much could be completed in 102 seconds, a lesson on how suckers are made, and a sweet experiment counting how many licks it took to reach the end.
The morning wrapped up with a dance party bringing together Mrs. Franks’ class and Miss Schwenson’s class for a memorable milestone!
The celebration continued with movement challenges to see how much could be completed in 102 seconds, a lesson on how suckers are made, and a sweet experiment counting how many licks it took to reach the end.
The morning wrapped up with a dance party bringing together Mrs. Franks’ class and Miss Schwenson’s class for a memorable milestone!
Miss Hailey from Loess Hills Ag in the Classroom visits MVE each month to teach students about different aspects of agriculture. During her January visit, students learned how butter is made and even had the chance to taste test their own creations! 🧈
Family Groups are a meaningful way to help students build relationships across grade levels and with staff. Each group includes about 10 students in grades K-5 and meets monthly to focus on character traits and community service. 🖤
These groups give students opportunities to connect with others outside their classrooms, helping to strengthen both academic performance and social-emotional wellbeing. The more connected a child feels at school, the more they thrive!
We’re proud to support learning that goes beyond the curriculum—one relationship at a time.
These groups give students opportunities to connect with others outside their classrooms, helping to strengthen both academic performance and social-emotional wellbeing. The more connected a child feels at school, the more they thrive!
We’re proud to support learning that goes beyond the curriculum—one relationship at a time.
Attention, families: Even if you live outside the Missouri Valley Community School District, you can apply to attend our schools via open enrollment! 😃
Learn more about open enrollment and how you can apply for the 2026-27 school year by visiting the Iowa Department of Education’s website: https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educational-choice/open-enrollment
Learn more about open enrollment and how you can apply for the 2026-27 school year by visiting the Iowa Department of Education’s website: https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educational-choice/open-enrollment
Attention college-bound students! February is Financial Aid Awareness Month—a time to start exploring the many ways there are to pay for higher education. 📚✨
Not sure where to start? Complete the FAFSA, even if you think you won't qualify for aid! Many families are surprised to discover the financial assistance available to them.
Get started: https://www.fafsa.gov
Not sure where to start? Complete the FAFSA, even if you think you won't qualify for aid! Many families are surprised to discover the financial assistance available to them.
Get started: https://www.fafsa.gov
Advanced Biology students are stepping into the role of forensic scientists by examining hair samples under a microscope during a CSI-style crime scene lab activity. This hands-on experience is helping students apply scientific analysis and critical thinking skills! 🔬 #wdbqschools
The Missouri Valley School Board recently held a workshop with the Iowa School Board Association to sharpen its focus on four key priorities: school safety, instruction and student achievement, culture and climate, and fiscal responsibility.
Investing this time and effort helps ensure strong decision making in support of every student across the district. 💪
Investing this time and effort helps ensure strong decision making in support of every student across the district. 💪
Miss Wallace’s students enjoyed singing, dancing, and moving their bodies in the music room! 🎶
Music and movement support communication, motor skills, sensory regulation, and social interaction, while also building confidence and giving students a fun way to express themselves.
Music and movement support communication, motor skills, sensory regulation, and social interaction, while also building confidence and giving students a fun way to express themselves.
Students worked collaboratively in groups to design and build bridges strong enough to support a heavy wooden truck using only foil, wrapping paper, and construction paper!
Through experimenting, they discovered that folding and layering materials significantly increased the strength of their structures. What a fun way to explore engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving! 🛻
Through experimenting, they discovered that folding and layering materials significantly increased the strength of their structures. What a fun way to explore engineering, teamwork, and problem-solving! 🛻
During National School Counseling Week, we're recognizing two outstanding professionals who provide essential support to our students:
⭐ Bailey Campin, School Counselor
⭐ Kennedy Myler, Elementary Counselor
From teaching social-emotional skills to offering guidance during tough times, your dedication to our students makes all the difference. Thank you for all you do! 🤗
⭐ Bailey Campin, School Counselor
⭐ Kennedy Myler, Elementary Counselor
From teaching social-emotional skills to offering guidance during tough times, your dedication to our students makes all the difference. Thank you for all you do! 🤗
Groundhog Day is upon us! Will today's prediction bring news of continued winter or the promise of early spring? ❄️🌷
The open enrollment application window for the 2026-27 school year is now available! Don’t miss your chance to choose Missouri Valley CSD for your child’s education. ✨
Download the Iowa Open Enrollment Application and apply by March 1: https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educational-choice/open-enrollment
Download the Iowa Open Enrollment Application and apply by March 1: https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educational-choice/open-enrollment
A new skill added to this year’s nurse aide procedures is the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Students practiced how to properly don and doff gowns, masks, goggles, and gloves to help prevent the spread of infection and keep themselves and residents safe! 🩺
Students in Introduction to Manufacturing have been designing and modeling parts using SolidWorks CAD software! 🛠️🖥️
This hands-on learning shows how math connects directly to careers in design, engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
This hands-on learning shows how math connects directly to careers in design, engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
Our Missouri Valley Special Olympics basketball players showcased their talents at Iowa Western Community College on Tuesday, January 27! 🏀
⭐️ Holden Kratky took home 1st place in the assisted dribble competition.
⭐️ Emma Mass earned 1st place in the skills competition, which included dribbling, spot shooting, and passing.
⭐️ Braylon Whaley finished strong with a 3rd place medal in the skills competition.
We’re so proud of Braylon, Holden, and Emma for representing the Big Reds and Lady Reds with determination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. What a great day for Missouri Valley Special Olympics!
⭐️ Holden Kratky took home 1st place in the assisted dribble competition.
⭐️ Emma Mass earned 1st place in the skills competition, which included dribbling, spot shooting, and passing.
⭐️ Braylon Whaley finished strong with a 3rd place medal in the skills competition.
We’re so proud of Braylon, Holden, and Emma for representing the Big Reds and Lady Reds with determination, teamwork, and sportsmanship. What a great day for Missouri Valley Special Olympics!
Our elementary students participate in Innovation Scouts, a partnership with Scouting America, where they complete hands-on STEM learning labs one day each quarter. 🔬
These labs encourage curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills that our learners will use for a lifetime!
Join the MVCSD team! We're seeking dedicated professionals to join our district in roles that range from classroom instruction to essential support services.
Working with MVCSD means being part of a collaborative environment focused on student success and community engagement.
Apply today: https://www.movalleyschools.org/page/jobopportunities
Working with MVCSD means being part of a collaborative environment focused on student success and community engagement.
Apply today: https://www.movalleyschools.org/page/jobopportunities
We invite families to open enroll into the Missouri Valley Community School District! 💫
We offer a supportive learning environment where students are known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential. With a strong focus on academic achievement, student wellbeing, and community partnerships, our schools are a place where every child can thrive.
To learn more about how open enrollment works in Iowa, visit https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educational-choice/open-enrollment.
We offer a supportive learning environment where students are known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential. With a strong focus on academic achievement, student wellbeing, and community partnerships, our schools are a place where every child can thrive.
To learn more about how open enrollment works in Iowa, visit https://educate.iowa.gov/pk-12/educational-choice/open-enrollment.
Dear Parents and Staff,
Due to forecasted hazardous temperatures, Missouri Valley Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 23, 2026.
Please note the following:
**Little Reds Daycare: Will remain open with normal business hours.
**Friday Night Activities: All scheduled evening activities will proceed as planned.
Stay safe and warm.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Gochenour
