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
We're celebrating Thank You Month by honoring our remarkable educators and staff members. Your hard work, patience, and commitment to excellence make all the difference. Thank you so much! 🙏
Stop what you’re doing—it’s National Popcorn Day! 🍿✨
There is no better way to celebrate than by grabbing a bag (or five) of the best kernels on the planet. The best part? Every bag you buy helps Missouri Valley TeamMates reach their goal!
It’s a win-win: You get a snack, we get to help students through mentoring. Let’s make some noise and get this fundraiser popping!
There is no better way to celebrate than by grabbing a bag (or five) of the best kernels on the planet. The best part? Every bag you buy helps Missouri Valley TeamMates reach their goal!
It’s a win-win: You get a snack, we get to help students through mentoring. Let’s make some noise and get this fundraiser popping!
We are proud to recognize Martin Luther King, Jr. Day by reflecting on his powerful message of love, justice, and equality. His contributions to the Civil Rights movement continue to inspire us all.
Our middle and high school teachers spent Wednesday afternoon diving into AI 101. From learning the basics of generative AI to exploring ways it can support diverse learners, our staff is committed to staying at the forefront of educational innovation. 🤖📚
By building AI literacy now, we’re equipping teachers to help students use these tools ethically, effectively, and with confidence. MVCSD staff will continue this important learning during the next two early release Wednesdays.
By building AI literacy now, we’re equipping teachers to help students use these tools ethically, effectively, and with confidence. MVCSD staff will continue this important learning during the next two early release Wednesdays.
Eighth grade literacy students wrapped up their novel study of “Monster” by Walter Dean Myers with creative character webs created in Google Docs or Slides. 📖
Using Kagan strategies like Gallery Walk and Rotating Lines, students took turns presenting and listening as they rotated through stations to share their work. Great collaboration and communication all around!
Using Kagan strategies like Gallery Walk and Rotating Lines, students took turns presenting and listening as they rotated through stations to share their work. Great collaboration and communication all around!
We’re hiring! MV is looking for skilled and caring professionals who want to play a vital role in shaping students’ experiences.
From teaching positions to support roles, every job here helps strengthen our schools and community. Take the next step in your career and explore open positions! 👇
From teaching positions to support roles, every job here helps strengthen our schools and community. Take the next step in your career and explore open positions! 👇
During National Mentoring Month, we’re recognizing the incredible impact mentors have on students and young people. From academic achievement to personal growth, mentors help unlock potential and create pathways to success!
Thank you to everyone in our community who serves as a mentor! 🤗
Thank you to everyone in our community who serves as a mentor! 🤗
Welcome back, students! We hope you had a wonderful Winter Break. Let’s start off 2026 strong! 💪
Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! We're grateful for all that 2025 brought and excited about what's ahead in 2026. Thank you, MV community! 🎊
Mr. Wilson’s 3rd grade students teamed up for a festive Breakout EDU! 🦌
They solved Rudolph’s reindeer games and riddles to unlock the box and find a treat and missing puzzle piece. A great way to kick off the holiday break fun! 🎄
They solved Rudolph’s reindeer games and riddles to unlock the box and find a treat and missing puzzle piece. A great way to kick off the holiday break fun! 🎄
Mr. Kratz’s 3rd grade students took on a holiday Breakout EDU challenge! 🦌
They solved Rudolph’s riddles and reindeer games to unlock the box and discover a treat and missing puzzle piece. A fun way to wrap up before Christmas break! 🎁
They solved Rudolph’s riddles and reindeer games to unlock the box and discover a treat and missing puzzle piece. A fun way to wrap up before Christmas break! 🎁
Mr. Meeder’s 3rd grade students teamed up for a festive Breakout EDU! 🦌
They solved Rudolph’s reindeer games and riddles to unlock the box and find a treat and missing puzzle piece. A fun and challenging activity before Christmas break! 🎄
They solved Rudolph’s reindeer games and riddles to unlock the box and find a treat and missing puzzle piece. A fun and challenging activity before Christmas break! 🎄
REMINDER: There is an 11:30am early dismissal today as we start winter break. We hope everyone enjoys their time away! ❄️
Fourth-grade students at Missouri Valley Elementary put their creativity and problem-solving skills to the test using 3D printer pens to build butterflies! 🦋
Students designed and printed each body part on paper, then used the pens to weld the pieces into full 3D creations. They were challenged to make the butterflies stand on their legs without any help.
What an awesome blend of art, science, and engineering! 🛠️
Students designed and printed each body part on paper, then used the pens to weld the pieces into full 3D creations. They were challenged to make the butterflies stand on their legs without any help.
What an awesome blend of art, science, and engineering! 🛠️
Third-grade students at Missouri Valley Elementary celebrated Computer Science Education Week by participating in Hour of Code activities! 💻✨
Students explored Music Lab: Jam Session, where they remixed songs by artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and Shakira—all while learning coding skills like sequencing and creating beats with AI. It was a fun and engaging way to combine music, technology, and creativity! 🎶
Students explored Music Lab: Jam Session, where they remixed songs by artists like Sabrina Carpenter, Lady Gaga, and Shakira—all while learning coding skills like sequencing and creating beats with AI. It was a fun and engaging way to combine music, technology, and creativity! 🎶
