Kerry Dalbey for School Board

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

There will be a Parent Night for current eighth-grade students on Thursday, Feb. 12 from 6:30-8 p.m. at the high school. Students are encouraged to attend, too.

It is an opportunity for incoming freshmen to learn about the transition to high school. There will be counselor, administrator and activity director presentations in the auditorium along with breakout sessions and time for Q&A.

The information will support students during the course selection process for next year.

📅 UPCOMING SCHEDULING REMINDERS FOR MCSD

Thursday, Feb. 12 (tomorrow): 2-hour early dismissal

Friday, Feb. 13: No school — Inservice

Monday, Feb. 16: No school — Presidents Day

Classes resume at normal time on Tuesday, Feb. 17.

Enjoy the extended weekend, Muskies!

BUILDING BILINGUAL BRILLIANCE TOGETHER

Do you want your child to be fluent in two languages? Join us for an informational meeting to learn about the Muscatine Community School District's Dual Language Immersion Program for the 2026-2027 school year.

The meeting will be held Thursday, Feb. 5 at 5:30 p.m. at the district's Administration Center (2900 Mulberry Ave.) in the Board Room.

It is an opportunity to meet other families, meet the staff, ask questions and discuss important information about the program.

The meeting will be available for families in English and Spanish.

NO SCHOOL MONDAY

Reminder, there is no school on Monday, Jan. 19 for staff inservice. Classes resume at normal time on Tuesday, Jan. 20.

Students, enjoy the extended weekend.

We will hold a public hearing on the proposed calendar for the 26-27 school year. The biggest change this calendar would bring is a weekly 2 hour early out each Friday.

We would love for you to join us for the community conversation and the public hearing.

BOARD MEETING

The Muscatine Community School District's Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting at 6:15 p.m. Monday at the Administration Center (2900 Mulberry Avenue).

You can watch the meeting live on Muscatine Power & Water Channel 2 or via the MCSD YouTube Channel.

Prior to the meeting, Community Conversations take place at 5:30 p.m. in the West Room of the Administration Center.

Agenda for Monday's meeting: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=36031878&MID=25628

💜📚 Proud to Represent Muscatine at IASB BOARDCON 2025 💛✨

Over the past couple of days, I have had the privilege of attending the IASB Board Con 2025, joining school board members and education leaders from our district and across Iowa who are committed to strengthening public schools and elevating outcomes for every student.

💜✨ Honored to Be Sworn In — Ready to Serve Muscatine ✨💛

On Monday I had the privilege of being sworn in as a member of the Muscatine Community School District Board of Education — and I am filled with deep gratitude, humility, and determination.

This moment is not about a title. It’s about responsibility.
It’s about the students who deserve every opportunity we can give them.
It’s about the educators who show up every day with heart, skill, and resilience.
It’s about families who trust our district to deliver a safe, equitable, high-quality education.

I ran for this seat because I believe in Muscatine — in our potential, our community, and our commitment to doing right by every learner. Now the real work begins, and I intend to honor this role with transparency, courage, and a relentless focus on what matters most:

✔️ Students first, always.
✔️ Evidence-based, data-driven decisions.
✔️ Support for our teachers through meaningful PD, mentorship, and consistent expectations.
✔️ Full implementation of MTSS to ensure the right support reaches the right student at the right time.
✔️ Clear communication in plain, accessible language for all families.
✔️ Responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars with honesty and transparency.

Thank you to every person who believed in this vision, who encouraged me, and who understands that strong public schools strengthen an entire community. I am ready to listen, ready to collaborate, and ready to get to work.
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BOARD MEETING

The Board of Education will gather for its regular board meeting and organizational/annual meeting on Monday, Nov. 17 starting at 6:15 p.m. School board meetings are held at the Muscatine Community School District Administration Center, located at 2900 Mulberry Ave.

You can watch the meeting live on Muscatine Power & Water Channel 2 or via the MCSD YouTube Channel. Before the meeting, Community Conversations are held at 5:30 p.m.

Here is the agenda for Monday. The first meeting will be comprised of the current board followed by the organizational/annual meeting that will swear in newly elected Board members.

Regular board meeting: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=36031878&MID=24913&Tab=Agenda

Organizational/annual meeting: https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=36031878&MID=25027&Tab=Agenda

Did you know that strong leadership = higher student success? IASB's Lighthouse Study revealed that boards in high-achieving districts engage in deep conversations about student learning, while those in low-achieving districts focus more on administrative tasks. Learn more about the Lighthouse Study and the impact school boards can have on student success: www.ia-sb.org/lighthouse 💡👏

💛 💜 We did it, Muscatine! 💜💛
I am deeply honored to have been elected to the Muscatine Community School District Board of Education.

This win belongs to every student, teacher, family, and community member who believes in the power of public education. Together, we’ve said loud and clear: every child deserves a champion, every teacher deserves support, and every decision must be made with transparency and purpose.
Thank you for your trust, your encouragement, and your votes.

The work ahead won’t always be easy, but it will always be focused on what matters most — our kids.

💪 Let’s get to work.