Important Changes to Minor School License (MSL):
Recent legislative changes will impact Iowa minor school license program, effective July 1, 2024. Significant revisions have been made to the legislation governing the issuance and usage of minor school licenses.
Key points of the new legislation include:
1. Renaming the minor’s school license (MSL) to the Special Minor’s Restricted License (SMRL).
2. Expanding the SMRL to include work privileges.
3. Standardizing driving distances for all students and purposes.
4. Implementing more stringent penalties for traffic offenses while using the license.
5. The requirement for SMRL holders to always carry a parental consent form in the vehicle while driving and present it to law enforcement upon request.
Under the new law, eligibility criteria for the SMRL remain similar to the MSL, requiring completion of driver’s education and holding an instruction permit for six months prior to applying. However, notable changes include the removal of the one-mile distance requirement for public school students and the reduction of the allowed driving distance to 25 miles for various purposes.
We will have information on the MVCSD website. Please contact the Missouri Valley District Office with questions 712-642-2706, ext. 4
We are happy to host the 2nd annual Morningside University Football Camp and their coaching staff! This is a team football camp for high school students, but individuals from other schools can attend as this is a great opportunity to develop skills and get a college football recruiting opportunity! Teams will sign up with their coaches. Individuals please use the following link: https://forms.gle/DefNS92g6hZP4kSk8
NEW this year. The Morningside University Football Staff will be putting on a Youth Football Camp which will be Wednesday, July 17th from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. Cost will be $20 per camper. Campers need to bring water and cleats. No pads. This will be for students entering Grades 3-8.
link:https://forms.gle/DefNS92g6hZP4kSk8
If you have any questions please reach out to Athletic Director Nate McDonald
nmcdonald@movalleycsd.org
Due to incoming weather tonight's varsity baseball and softball games with Logan-Magnolia will begin at 5:30 pm. JV will follow. #MVPride.
High School students for the 24-25 school year that are interested in playing football, please read the following message from Coach Allen. #MVPride
Reminder: Fans attending baseball and softball games are encouraged to pre-purchase tickets.
The link below takes you to our ticketing page and then you will need to select "Buy Now" for the event you are wanting to attend.
https://www.gobound.com/ia/schools/missourivalley/tickets
Good morning Middle School Parents and Guardians -
Due to unexpected weather conditions, the Middle School Awards Day scheduled for today @ 11:15 am will now take place today at 10:30 am. The High School doors will open at 10:00 am. The safety and comfort of our attendees are our top priorities. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.
We will be livestreaming the event. The link is below. https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/missouri-valley-high-school-missouri-valley-ia/evtd6874a9196
We will also livestream on the School’s Facebook page.
We will also take a picture of each student to ensure parents get a last day of school picture.
All students will be dismissed at 11:25 am today due to the weather. No lunch will be served.
MVCSD will have a 1 hour late start.
Little Reds will open at 7:30
Big congratulations to Maya Zappia and Chris Dworak for qualifying for the State Track Meet! Maya's incredible throw not only earned her a spot at state but also set a new school record! Great job, Maya and Chris! #MVPride
Due to forecasted severe weather tonight all track meets scheduled for today have been canceled.
"Fun Fact Friday” in 8th Grade Literacy focused on flexibility with vocabulary and utilizing our Kagan teams to collaborate on responses. #MVPride
Please join us in welcoming our new head football coach, Dontae Allen. Coach Allen brings 7 years high school coaching experience, most recently at Burke High School in Omaha.
Coach Allen on why Missouri Valley?
"I chose Missouri Valley because of how welcoming and supportive everyone has been. The excitement I felt from talking to staff has been amazing which makes me excited to coach there. Missouri Valley believed in me and has given me a chance to do what I love to do which is coach football and teach young athletes to become young adults through the sport of football. My friends and family are excited for me which makes my level of excitement through the roof. It is a great opportunity and I am looking forward to it. "
Coach Allen will hold a players meeting Wednesday, May 8th after school in the High School Auditorium. He will also have a parent meeting Thursday May 16th @ 6:00 pm in the High School Auditorium.
Welcome, Coach Allen!
#MVPride
Check out the latest MVMS News! #MVPride
Congratulations to three Missouri Valley High School students, Kourtney Awful, Bella Boruff, and Connor Dowling, that have been recognized by the IWCC staff for the art work they entered in to the 2024 IWCC Student Art Showcase. Their work will be critiqued tomorrow at the Gallery Workshop at IWCC. #MVPride
🎉 Congratulations to our Middle School Students on a successful first year competing in the Battle of the Books! Out of 47 schools in the first round, Missouri Valley placed in the top 20, advancing to the Ultimate Battle of the Books. In the Ultimate Battle, our team secured 8th place overall! 📚 Way to go Middle Schoolers! #MVPride
🌟 Wishing our Middle School Track Teams all the best as they start their season with the first meet tonight! 🏃♂️🏃♀️ Their dedication and hard work are truly inspiring, and we're proud to see so many students involved and helping establish PRIDE in our school! 🎉 #MVPride
The MVMS Builders Club is embarking on an eco-friendly mission, and we need your help! We're launching a plastic bag recycling project to do our part in reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainability.
Here's how you can get involved: simply gather any clean, dry plastic bags you have lying around the house. This includes grocery bags, bread bags, produce bags, and more. Then, bring your collected bags to the middle school office and drop them off in our designated collection bin. We will be collecting from now until the end of the school year.
Let's come together as a community to make a difference! Every bag counts, so start collecting today. Thank you for your support of the MVMS Builders Club!
Calling all 7th and 8th graders interested in nursing! Unity Point Health in Des Moines is hosting a Nurse Camp! Learn from healthcare professionals, build teamwork skills, and explore the world of nursing. Boost your confidence and ignite your passion for healthcare. This is not affiliated with or sponsored by MVCSD, so registration, transportation, etc is the responsibility of the parents registering their child.
📚 Good luck to our Middle School Battle of the Books Team as they compete at Underwood today! 🌟 #MVPride
There are only 4 days left to pre-register for the Hope Walk on Sunday, April 28 from 5-7 pm! The Hope Walk includes walking, yard games, food, and more!
🎉 We are thrilled to announce that Aubrey Dowling's stunning artwork has earned her first place in the 7-9th grade division for the state of Iowa in the duck stamp entry drawing contest, hosted by the Department of Natural Resources! 🏆🦆 Aubrey's talent and dedication shine bright, showcasing the creativity and excellence of our students. Congratulations, Aubrey, on this well-deserved achievement! #MVPride
