The Board Report

To watch the full board meeting discussion of the below items, please click the “watch recording” link next to each item. The links will take you to the start of each of the below agenda items/topics from the board meeting recording. To view the full agenda, click here.

Student School Board Representatives Approved and Introduced (watch recording) – Superintendent Dr. Theron Schutte recommended Deanna Hernandez Carranza, Natalie Andrade, and Daisy Covarrubias Andrade as the Student School Board Representatives for the 2023-24 school year. The three introduced themselves during recognitions before being approved by the MCSD school board.

2023-24 School Board and Superintendent Goals Approved (watch recording) – Superintendent Dr. Theron Schutte recommended approval of the 2023-24 school board and superintendent goals. The goals for the current school year passed 5-0. To read this year’s goals for the board and superintendent, click here.

Rogers and Anson School Improvement Action Plan Update Presented to MCSD School Board (watch recording) – Director of Instruction Shauna Smith and CPDL Erica Finders gave an update to the board regarding Anson and Rogers school improvement action plans. To view the presentation, click here.

Recognitions (watch recording)

• Bobcat Burger Donation – Legends American Grill Manager Brady Ridout will be presenting a donation to Activities Director Ryan Isgrig raised by the Burger Battle and the restaurant’s sales of the “Bobcat Burger” for which $1 of every purchase goes to MHS Activities. 
• Mariachi Bands in the News [information] – KCCI sat down with both the Miller and MHS mariachi bands on Sept. 21 to film a feature story in relation to Hispanic Heritage Month coverage they are doing. Our district should be very proud of both the students and band directors who were interviewed. Plus the reporter was super impressed with how the band sounded and their respectfulness. The story should be running sometime this week.
• Bobcat Spotlight [information] – The Times-Republican kicked off a new recurring feature series called “Bobcat Spotlight,” which highlights MHS students involved in activities other than sports. Read the first feature story about one of our E-Sports students here.
• National Custodian Day [information] – The Marshalltown Community School District would like to acknowledge the custodial team, who ensures that all our buildings are kept clean and safe every day. We deeply appreciate the dedicated work they do for our students and staff. Thank you!

Personnel Items – For a list of personnel items approved on Monday, click here.

Policies (watch recording) – Click here to see what policies had initial review and here for the policies that had first reading.

The next Marshalltown School Board meeting is set for 5 p.m. on Monday, October 16, 2023 at the District Administration Office, 1002 S. 3rd Ave. The meeting will be available to watch via live stream through the “MCSD Presentation” Youtube channel.

To watch the full board meeting discussion of the below items, please click the “watch recording” link next to each item. The links will take you to the start of each of the below agenda items/topics from the board meeting recording.

MCSD School Board Approve 2023-24 Legislative Priorities (watch recording) – Superintendent Theron Schutte recommended the legislative priorities for the 2023-24 school year. The priorities selected were the following: student achievement, supplemental state aid, teacher recruitment, and mental health. The school board passed the legislation priority recommendations 5-0. You can read more about this year’s legislative priorities by clicking here.

Recommendation Made to Name Portion of Welcome Center After Former Anson Elementary Principal (watch recording) – Superintendent Theron Schutte recommended naming the Welcome Center portion of the Orpheum Theater after former Anson Elementary Principal and MCSD School Board President Bea Niblock. The new name of the facility would be the B.A. Niblock/MCSD Orpheum Welcome Center. The recommendation is based on current and ongoing contributions for the start up of the Welcome Center and a significant financial pledge for annual senior scholarships to support post-secondary education. The school board will be asked to approve at the Aug. 21 meeting. You can view documents about this facility naming by clicking here.

Recognitions (watch recording)

• Co-Ed State Golf Champions: Natalie Henson and Ryan Schmit claimed the 2A Co-Ed Golf Championship with a score of 74 at Veenker Memorial Golf Course in Ames.
• Stadium Seating: American Aluminum and Seating, Inc. Owner and Marshalltown High School graduate Jim Palmer recently donated four team benches to the stadium complex with a value of $4,000.
• Flag Pole: Marshalltown High School graduate Tom Apgar represented the Class of 1973 to donate a check for $2,600 toward the purchase and installation of the new flag pole at the stadium complex.
• Adland Engraving: The Marshalltown Community School District wishes to recognize our local community business partner Adland Engraving & Screen Print Company as a “Career Readiness Partner.” This recognition honors Adland’s outstanding support and service to our district students, parents and staff as we strive to make all Bobcats Career Ready. Their ongoing support and contribution towards the betterment of the Marshalltown CSD is admirable. David and Judy Adland accepted the recognition.

Chronic Absenteeism Report Given to School Board (watch recording) – District Attendance Coordinator Kayla McCall reported to the school board the chronic absenteeism report. The report presentation can be seen by clicking here.

ELPA21 Conversation Report Given to School Board (watch recording) – English Learner and Migrant Program Coordinator Rachel Inks presented to the school board the ELPA21 and annual English language performance results. The presentation can be seen by clicking here.

Personnel Items

For a list of personnel items approved on Monday, click here.

Policies (watch recording) – Click here to see what policies had initial review.

The next Marshalltown School Board meeting is set for 5 p.m. on Monday, August 21, 2023 at the District Administration Office, 1002 S. 3rd Ave. The meeting will be available to watch via live stream through the “MCSD Presentation” Youtube channel.

To watch the full board meeting discussion of the below items, please click the “watch recording” link next to each item. The links will take you to the start of each of the below agenda items/topics from the board meeting recording.

Student Behavior and Chronic Absenteeism Workshop for Future Board Meeting (watch recording) – Superintendent Dr. Theron Schutte is working with the Education Advisory Board (EAB) to schedule Board and/or Administrative workshops prior to the 2023-24 school year to review the latest research concerning the current state of student misbehavior and what the research indicates are current best practices to effectively address student’s behavioral health needs (proactively and reactively) and student chronic absenteeism. Schutte said he is working to bring dates soon. 

Industrial Arts & Technology Curriculum Approved by School Board (watch recording) – College and Career Readiness CPDL Jenni Allen recommended the purchase of four different DEPCO modules at an approximate total cost of $99,665. Of the total cost, $41,735 will be paid out of RPP and $57,930 in generals funds. The curriculum was approved by the board 7-0. Click here to view the presentation given during the meeting.

7th-12th Grade Science Curriculum Recommendation Presented to School Board (watch recording) – Director of Instruction Shauna Smith and 7-12 CPDL Jennifer O’ Neal presented the 7th-12th grade science curriculum recommendation. Recommendation for approval will happen at the Monday, June 19 school board meeting. Click here to see the presentation and here for the price sheet.

MCSD Technology Projects Highlighted to School Board (watch recording) – Director of Technology Amy Harmsen presented the numerous projects her department is working on. Click here to see a list.

Recognitions (watch recording)

• Stalzer Photography: MCSD wishes to recognize our local community business partner Stalzer Photography as a “Career Readiness Partner.” This recognition honors Stalzer’s outstanding support and service to our students, their parents and our staff as we strive to make all Bobcats Career Ready. The human capital support through volunteering their time, talent and resources for the betterment of the Marshalltown CSD is commendable. John and Kenzie Stalzer accepted the recognition.

Bobcat Ready Presentation & Post-Secondary Attainment Progress Presentation (watch recording) – Miller Co-Principals, Dave Glenn and Kristyn Kell, and Marshalltown High School Principal, Jacque Wyant, presented on Bobcat Ready and post-secondary attainment progress. Click here to see their presentation.

Personnel Items

For a list of personnel items approved on Monday, click here.

Policies (watch recording) – click here to read the first reading policies and here to see what policies had initial review.

The next Marshalltown School Board meeting is set for 5 p.m. on Monday, June 19, 2023 at the District Administration Office, 1002 S. 3rd Ave. The meeting will be available to watch via live stream through the “MCSD Presentation” Youtube channel.