Jeff Marks Finalist for Presidential Award

Congratulations to our own Jeff Marks, a finalist for the prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching! In fact, this is the second year in a row that two of Iowa’s three math finalists for the PAEMST award teach at DMPS. To learn more about Mr. Mark’s work and the award, click the above headline.

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Roosevelt Qualifies for State Links Tourney

Congratulations Roosevelt Golf! The Roughriders golf team is heading to the State Tournament for the first time in 17 years after finishing first yesterday in the District Tournament. Team leaders were Willis Gaer (74), Aaron Wirt (75), Cooper Moore (75) and Joe Wandro (79). The State tourney is October 11-12 at the Hunters Ridge Golf Course in Marion.

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Blank Park Zoo in Environmental Science Classes

Ms. Nsereko’s Environmental Science classes presented their zoo projects to Blank Park Zoo officials.  Students prepared zoo environments for an endangered species that they researched.  They described the particular needs of the animal and how their design met …

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October 11: Last day to voice opinion on IA Science Standards!

Iowans are encouraged to give their opinions of the Next Generation Science Standards for learning in K-12 schools. The survey will be open through Friday, Oct. 11. To participate, visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JBQM56P. The standards are internationally benchmarked and identify …

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Homecoming Spirit!

Today’s pep assembly was full of Rider Spirit!  See pictures of the assembly and of the homecoming game at flickr.com/photos/gogerty The dance is tomorrow night 7:30 – 10:30 at Community Choice Credit Union/ Veteran’s Memorial Auditorium.  Nearly 800 …

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Homecoming Royalty Coronated!

Congratulations to Homecoming King, Clyde McGregor and Homecoming Queen Maggie Irvine!  Junior Court attendants are River Iannoaccone and Anna McKenzie.  Sophomore Court attendants are Max Maharry and Victoria Munson and Freshman Court attendants are Ethan Schaffer and Makayla …

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English III Standards Based Grading Parent Meeting

Parents of English III Students:   A pre-conference informational meeting to learn about standards-referenced grading will be held in the TRHS Library on Tuesday, October 8, from 6-7pm.  Specific questions regarding student progress will be addressed during conferences on …

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