Congratulations to Sara Ganzhorn on celebrating 20 years of service! ❤️

Sara, we appreciate the care, commitment, and positive impact you have brought to our school community. ⭐️
about 1 hour ago, MVCSD
20 Years of Service celebration featuring a smiling staff member holding an award against a red-and-gold school backdrop.
Our youngest learners are almost ready for their first day of school!

Preschool begins Thursday, September 3, and we cannot wait to welcome our students for a year filled with learning, discovery, new friendships, and plenty of smiles. 😀
1 day ago, MVCSD
Preschool first day of school is September 3, 2026, surrounded by colorful school supplies on a red background.
During Attendance Awareness Month, we want to remind families that maintaining consistent attendance is one of the most impactful things a student can do for their own success.

When students are in school consistently, they build stronger relationships with their teachers and peers, stay engaged in their learning, and feel a true sense of connection to their community.

Remember: Every day counts! 🌟
2 days ago, MVCSD
Attendance Awareness Month poster featuring a school attendance chart with check marks, absences, and a pencil.
We’re proud to recognize five staff members celebrating an incredible 25 years of service to our school! 🎉

⭐️ Carrie Kohl
⭐️ Scott Cihacek
⭐️ Jamie Meeder
⭐️ Sara Guinan
⭐️ Marie Ellithorpe

Thank you for the time, care, and commitment you have given to our students, families, colleagues, and school throughout the past 25 years.
2 days ago, MVCSD
Five staff members celebrate 25 years of service, smiling and holding awards in front of the Missouri Valley school logo.
We’re proud to recognize Carla Christensen for her 30 years of service to Missouri Valley CSD! 🎉

Thank you, Carla, for your dedication and support of our schools. Congratulations on this remarkable milestone! ⭐️
2 days ago, MVCSD
30 Years of Service celebration graphic featuring a smiling staff member holding a commemorative clock amid gold confetti.
Help us welcome Jessica Norman, our new high school English language arts teacher! 📚

A Missouri Valley native, she's returning home after three years of teaching in Cedar Rapids and is excited to reconnect with the community and inspire a love of learning. Welcome home!
6 days ago, MVCSD
Two women and a man smiling.
We are grateful for the support of our Board of Education members and all they do for our students, staff, schools, and community! ❤️

They took time from their busy schedules to serve breakfast to staff during our Welcome Back Breakfast. It was a wonderful way to start the school year together!

10 days ago, MVCSD
Board members standing behind the food service cart
Board members serving breakfast to staff
We had the opportunity to welcome many of our incoming 6th graders to 6th Grade Training Camp!🎒

Students spent time learning the ins and outs of middle school, getting familiar with their new surroundings, and preparing for the year ahead.

We hope our 6th graders had a great time, and we wish all of our students a fantastic school year! ⭐️

10 days ago, MVCSD
Group of students in gray shirts standing in front of a wall with Missouri Valley logo.
Help us welcome our new 5th grade teacher, Carlee Watson! 🎉

A Missouri Valley alum and third-year teacher, she's passionate about inspiring a love of learning and is excited to give back to the school and community that helped shape her. Welcome back to Missouri Valley!
10 days ago, MVCSD
Girl in black shirt smiling.
Help us welcome our new elementary special education teacher, Darlene Bowman! 🍎

With more than 35 years of experience in education and a passion for helping students build lifelong skills, she's excited to support Missouri Valley students and build strong relationships with families and staff!
14 days ago, MVCSD
Woman with glasses smiling
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. We encourage families to check in with their healthcare provider and ensure their child is up to date on all recommended immunizations before the first day of school! 🩺
15 days ago, MVCSD
Red graphic reads “National Immunization Awareness Month,” with bandages, medical crosses, a syringe, and school logo.
Missouri Valley Community Schools is proud to host Military Appreciation Night on Friday, September 4, during the home football game vs. Logan-Magnolia. Veterans, active-duty military, and families of deployed service members are invited to help hold the American flag during the National Anthem. Please contact your school's activities director by August 21 to participate.

-Missouri Valley School District: Megan West at mwest@movalleycsd.org or contact the Missouri Valley High School at (712) 642-2706 ext. 1
-West Harrison School District: Troy Maasen at tmaasen@w-harrison.k12.ia.us or contact the West Harrison School at (712) 646-2231
-Logan-Magnolia School District: Levi Ettleman at lettleman@lomaschools.org or contact the LoMa School at (712) 644-2250
16 days ago, MVCSD
Football field, football, and American flag
Join us for our PK4-12 Open House and help us kick off the 2026-27 school year! 🏫

Students and families are invited to visit classrooms, meet teachers, and get ready for a great year ahead. The Open House will be held Thursday, August 20, from 5:30 to 7:30pm.

We look forward to welcoming our students and families back!
20 days ago, MVCSD
Back-to-school graphic announces a PK–12 Open House Thursday, August 20, from 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Missouri Valley Community Schools is proud to host Military Appreciation Night on Friday, September 4, during the home football game vs. Logan-Magnolia. Veterans, active-duty military, and families of deployed service members are invited to help hold the American flag during the National Anthem. Please contact your school's activities director by August 21 to participate.

-Missouri Valley School District: Megan West at mwest@movalleycsd.org or contact the Missouri Valley High School at (712) 642-2706 ext. 1
-West Harrison School District: Troy Maasen at tmaasen@w-harrison.k12.ia.us or contact the West Harrison School at (712) 646-2231
-Logan-Magnolia School District: Levi Ettleman at lettleman@lomaschools.org or contact the LoMa School at (712) 644-2250
21 days ago, MVCSD
Football field, football, and American flag
MVCSD has immediate openings for elementary paraeducators! 🍎

For questions, contact Robin Holtz at rholtz@movalleycsd.org or 712-642-2706, Ext. 3.

To apply, visit www.movalleyschools.org/page/jobopportunities
22 days ago, MVCSD
Students sitting around a table listening to the teacher.
Welcome our new 7th/8th grade PE teacher, Miranda Ross! 🎉

Bringing five years of teaching and coaching experience, she's passionate about helping students grow through education and athletics. We're excited to have her join the Missouri Valley team!
22 days ago, MVCSD
Girl smiling
Today we celebrate Book Lovers Day and the joy that comes from a really great read. 📚👍

Whether you’re a lifelong bookworm or just getting back into reading, today is a great reminder to pick up a book.

What are you reading this summer?
25 days ago, MVCSD
Celebratory Book Lovers Day post from Missouri Valley with a teacher reading a book to a young learner
Welcome to our new high school physical education teacher, Jake Driver! 🏈

A Council Bluffs native, he brings three years of experience and a passion for helping students grow. We're excited to have him join the MV community!
27 days ago, MVCSD
Man and woman smiling
Missouri Valley Community Schools is proud to host Military Appreciation Night on Friday, September 4, during the home football game vs. Logan-Magnolia. Veterans, active-duty military, and families of deployed service members are invited to help hold the American flag during the National Anthem. Please contact your school's activities director by August 21 to participate.

-Missouri Valley School District: Megan West at mwest@movalleycsd.org or contact the Missouri Valley High School at (712) 642-2706 ext. 1
-West Harrison School District: Troy Maasen at tmaasen@w-harrison.k12.ia.us or contact the West Harrison School at (712) 646-2231
-Logan-Magnolia School District: Levi Ettleman at lettleman@lomaschools.org or contact the LoMa School at (712) 644-2250
29 days ago, MVCSD
Football field, football, and American flag
Get Ready for Kindergarten Month is here. We’re counting down to August 24—the first day of school for our incoming kindergartners in MV Schools! 🎒

Before the big day arrives, please remember that all kindergarten students are required to complete dental, vision, and lead screenings and submit immunization records and proof of exam.

We cannot wait to see you soon!
about 1 month ago, MVCSD
Get Ready for Kindergarten Month promotion from Missouri Valley CSD with two smiling girls in a circle frame, and a smiling boy in black glasses.