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Midland now has a LIVE streaming service. Midland's new live streaming platform is up and running!!! The new link is striv.tv/channel/midland-ia
All Midland streaming will be done from this link!
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2022 - 23 Midland Girl's Track & Field
Midland is assigned to District #5
At this time we would like to congratulate the members of the 2022 Midland Hall of Fame:
Mrs. Pauline Antons: teacher/contributor
Mr. Gary Mohl: athlete (Lost Nation)/administrator
The 1978 state runner up wrestling team and from this team, the 3 individual state champions will be inducted as individuals as well: Matt Schaeffer, Dan Snyder, and Scott Taylor.
Mrs. Antons and Mr. Mohl's inductions will be at half time of the girls basketball game on January 3rd vs Lisbon.
The wrestling team, Matt Schaeffer, and Scott Taylor's induction will be after the first dual on January 19th. We are still working on a date for Dan Snyder's induction.
Congratulations
to the Midland Hall of Fame class of 2022!
Mrs. Pauline Antons: teacher/contributor
Mr. Gary Mohl: athlete (Lost Nation)/administrator
The 1978 state runner up wrestling team and from this team, the 3 individual state champions will be inducted as individuals as well: Matt Schaeffer, Dan Snyder, and Scott Taylor.
Mrs. Antons and Mr. Mohl's inductions will be at half time of the girls basketball game on January 3rd vs Lisbon.
The wrestling team, Matt Schaeffer, and Scott Taylor's induction will be after the first dual on January 19th. We are still working on a date for Dan Snyder's induction.
Congratulations
to the Midland Hall of Fame class of 2022!
Free online Hunter Education Course offering at Midland. Must be 11 - 17 years old. $30 savings. The coupons are good until summer of 2023. Email Jon Eganhouse at jeganhouse@midland.k12.ia.us or Gustaf Elliott at gus.elliott@dnr.iowa.gov with the student's name to get one of the free course coupon codes.
School Lunch Notice:
Due to the change from the state lunch funding (no more free meals for all) we do need all students to give the lunch cashier their ID number any time they go through the line, whether for the main meal, for a second main course, or for ala carte items.
Students must have funds in their account to purchase ala carte items (extras like chips, granola bars, apples, slushees, etc).
Students lunch account balance can't exceed $-5.00 due to school board policy. Both students and their parents can see the lunch transactions and balance in their PowerSchool accounts.
Please help your child understand these school lunch policies and abide by them. Today we had a few students go back to the kitchen for a second hot dog, but didn't go to the lunch cashier afterwards. We all need to work together on this process.
We do encourage all families who feel they may qualify for free or reduced lunch program to apply. Applications are available online
https://www.midland.k12.ia.us/.../22...
or in either school office. This program is designed to help families with the costs associated with feeding children, please take advantage of it.
Due to the change from the state lunch funding (no more free meals for all) we do need all students to give the lunch cashier their ID number any time they go through the line, whether for the main meal, for a second main course, or for ala carte items.
Students must have funds in their account to purchase ala carte items (extras like chips, granola bars, apples, slushees, etc).
Students lunch account balance can't exceed $-5.00 due to school board policy. Both students and their parents can see the lunch transactions and balance in their PowerSchool accounts.
Please help your child understand these school lunch policies and abide by them. Today we had a few students go back to the kitchen for a second hot dog, but didn't go to the lunch cashier afterwards. We all need to work together on this process.
We do encourage all families who feel they may qualify for free or reduced lunch program to apply. Applications are available online
https://www.midland.k12.ia.us/.../22...
or in either school office. This program is designed to help families with the costs associated with feeding children, please take advantage of it.
Midland Schools is requesting assistance from its members and community by participating in surveys. These will help the school further assess the needs of the students, families and community it serves.
Family Survey Link - https://bit.ly/3GfxZxd
Family Survey Link (Spanish) - https://bit.ly/3qcxUVN
Community Survey Link - https://bit.ly/3HPLp3E
Community Survey Link (Spanish) - https://bit.ly/34DcMj2
Please help us welcome Lori Bormann to Midland. Lori Bormann will be teaching 2nd grade for the Eagles this year.
Born and raised outside of the Preston area on the family farm, she graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Elementary Education with a Reading Endorsement. Lori has been teaching for 27 years. She started out her teaching career at East Central School District in Miles, Iowa and also for the Preston Community School District, before moving to Singapore in 2000. In Singapore, she spent the last 22 years teaching, at international schools, local primary schools and being a Head Teacher of an English Enrichment school. While living abroad, she taught all levels of students from 18 months to adults. She believes in empowering her students to achieve success, instill the love of reading into her children and to develop their confidence to make them future leaders of tomorrow. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, spending time with family and friends and baking. Lori is excited to be part of the team and community of Midland.
Welcome to the Midland CSD family!
Born and raised outside of the Preston area on the family farm, she graduated from the University of Iowa with a BA in Elementary Education with a Reading Endorsement. Lori has been teaching for 27 years. She started out her teaching career at East Central School District in Miles, Iowa and also for the Preston Community School District, before moving to Singapore in 2000. In Singapore, she spent the last 22 years teaching, at international schools, local primary schools and being a Head Teacher of an English Enrichment school. While living abroad, she taught all levels of students from 18 months to adults. She believes in empowering her students to achieve success, instill the love of reading into her children and to develop their confidence to make them future leaders of tomorrow. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, spending time with family and friends and baking. Lori is excited to be part of the team and community of Midland.
Welcome to the Midland CSD family!
Please help us welcome Terese Jurgensen to the Midland District. Terese will be taking on a new position in our district as Director of Student Services. She will be working with students, staff, and families in both buildings.
Terese Jurgensen has worked in the field of education as an Administrator, Special Education Director, Equity Coordinator and teacher across multiple platforms for over twenty years. Most recently, Terese has led the work collaboratively for the prevention and intervention of bullying/harassment for the Iowa Department of Education as an Educational Consultant (Bullying). Terese's work at the Department also included leading the PBIS State Leadership team, supporting school counselors and partnering with Iowa School Counselor Association (ISCA), Special Education Parent Support and being a member of the Social Emotional Learning Competency team. Mrs. Jurgensen has a B.A. Psychology from Coe College, Secondary Teaching License from Saginaw Valley State University, Administrative/Principal license from Drake University and is currently pursuing her superintendent's license from Drake University.
Terese has been married to Deron Jurgensen for thirty years and they have three grown children, Samuel, Aaron and Emily. Prior to her educational career, Terese was a social worker in Michigan and later a Prevention Specialist in Jones County with the Area Substance Abuse Council where she enjoyed 5 years of partnering with the staff, students and families of the Midland Community.
Welcome to our Eagle family Terese!
Terese Jurgensen has worked in the field of education as an Administrator, Special Education Director, Equity Coordinator and teacher across multiple platforms for over twenty years. Most recently, Terese has led the work collaboratively for the prevention and intervention of bullying/harassment for the Iowa Department of Education as an Educational Consultant (Bullying). Terese's work at the Department also included leading the PBIS State Leadership team, supporting school counselors and partnering with Iowa School Counselor Association (ISCA), Special Education Parent Support and being a member of the Social Emotional Learning Competency team. Mrs. Jurgensen has a B.A. Psychology from Coe College, Secondary Teaching License from Saginaw Valley State University, Administrative/Principal license from Drake University and is currently pursuing her superintendent's license from Drake University.
Terese has been married to Deron Jurgensen for thirty years and they have three grown children, Samuel, Aaron and Emily. Prior to her educational career, Terese was a social worker in Michigan and later a Prevention Specialist in Jones County with the Area Substance Abuse Council where she enjoyed 5 years of partnering with the staff, students and families of the Midland Community.
Welcome to our Eagle family Terese!
Midland Elementary School
The new school phone number is 319-259-5340. Some Caller ID systems recognize this as an Iowa City phone number. IF you get a phone call from this number...please answer and talk to us - we are not trying to sell you a car warranty for a car you don't own !
The new school phone number is 319-259-5340. Some Caller ID systems recognize this as an Iowa City phone number. IF you get a phone call from this number...please answer and talk to us - we are not trying to sell you a car warranty for a car you don't own !
We welcome back Lacie Potter who will be working in our district office in Human Resource. She will also be athletic director’s assistant and will be in charge of fitness center memberships as well as many other things.
Lacie is a 2010 Midland graduate. She received her Associates degree in Administrative Assistant program from Kirkwood and her Bachelors in Business Administration from Capella University.
She says “After working in healthcare for the last 10 years, it’s exciting to come back ‘home’ to familiar faces and work for/give back to the school and community I grew up in!”
Welcome back to the nest Lacie!
Mr. Rio Del Rosario Demiao is from Quezon City in Metro Manila, Philippines. A licensed Filipino teacher to teach English and Mathematics (middle school). He has been teaching English and Mathematics for twelve years now. He received his Bachelors in Secondary Education with concentration in English and Mathematics in 2008 from Leyte Normal University, Philippines. In 2016, he earned his Master of Arts in Teaching English from Metro Manila College. Most recently, Mr. Demiao gained his Doctorate in Educational Management from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines in 2019.
Mr. Demiao views teaching as a challenging and tough yet rewarding career that isn't for everybody. The end goal for Mr. Demiao is to create passionate student leaders and responsible global citizens in the future.
Outside of the classroom, Mr. Demiao loves traveling, playing badminton and tennis, as well as organizing community outreach programs. Mr. Demiao is hopeful that he will eventually be able to share all of the things he has learned about education at Midland with those in his community back home. Mr. Demiao is an excellent and energetic collaborator, and fosters team spirit. He always suggests innovative ideas to his colleagues in teaching.
Welcome to our family here at Midland Mr. Demiao, we hope you have safe travels to Iowa this summer and look forward to meeting you!
Hello Eagles!
I am beyond excited to trade my wings as a Cardinal for those of an Eagle as your new superintendent.
My name is Caleb Bonjour and this is my 5th year in educational leadership and 11th in education. Prior to becoming superintendent, I have served as an elementary principal, middle school dean of students, and a teacher at the intermediate and middle school levels as well as a middle school coach for multiple sports. I have taught and served in Pella, Grundy Center, Maquoketa and now Midland.
I am originally from Webster City but moved around the state growing up with stops in Murray, Dumont, West Branch, and then Webster City. I attended Central College for my bachelor’s degree, Viterbo for my master’s degree, and am currently attending Drake to pursue my doctorate’s degree.
Currently my family resides in Maquoketa. My wife is the middle school principal in Maquoketa and we have three children; Lincoln, McKinley, and our new addition, Madison. We enjoy watching movies at the drive-in, playing and going to sports games, being outdoors while hunting or fishing, and traveling the state to visit relatives. We have three dogs; Milo, Willow, and our therapy dog, Rosie.
I am a lifelong learner and a forever student! I am currently in the process of completing a book for the Code Breaker Edu group and have been known to my coworkers as the “There’s a book for that,” guy and “The cool shirt” guy.
I am honored with the opportunity to serve the Midland District and communities. The outpouring of support and amazing people that I have met thus far has simply been amazing. If you would ever like to talk or meet me please feel free to email me or set up an appointment using the youcanbookme site that I have linked below. I try to keep my door open at all times and want to continue to hear the amazing stories that make Midland the special place that it is!
https://cbonjourmidlandcsd.youcanbook.me
I look forward to meeting you!
Take care and GO EAGLES!
Caleb Bonjour
Superintendent
I am beyond excited to trade my wings as a Cardinal for those of an Eagle as your new superintendent.
My name is Caleb Bonjour and this is my 5th year in educational leadership and 11th in education. Prior to becoming superintendent, I have served as an elementary principal, middle school dean of students, and a teacher at the intermediate and middle school levels as well as a middle school coach for multiple sports. I have taught and served in Pella, Grundy Center, Maquoketa and now Midland.
I am originally from Webster City but moved around the state growing up with stops in Murray, Dumont, West Branch, and then Webster City. I attended Central College for my bachelor’s degree, Viterbo for my master’s degree, and am currently attending Drake to pursue my doctorate’s degree.
Currently my family resides in Maquoketa. My wife is the middle school principal in Maquoketa and we have three children; Lincoln, McKinley, and our new addition, Madison. We enjoy watching movies at the drive-in, playing and going to sports games, being outdoors while hunting or fishing, and traveling the state to visit relatives. We have three dogs; Milo, Willow, and our therapy dog, Rosie.
I am a lifelong learner and a forever student! I am currently in the process of completing a book for the Code Breaker Edu group and have been known to my coworkers as the “There’s a book for that,” guy and “The cool shirt” guy.
I am honored with the opportunity to serve the Midland District and communities. The outpouring of support and amazing people that I have met thus far has simply been amazing. If you would ever like to talk or meet me please feel free to email me or set up an appointment using the youcanbookme site that I have linked below. I try to keep my door open at all times and want to continue to hear the amazing stories that make Midland the special place that it is!
https://cbonjourmidlandcsd.youcanbook.me
I look forward to meeting you!
Take care and GO EAGLES!
Caleb Bonjour
Superintendent
Midland Middle / High School
We would like to congratulate the following inductees to the Midland HOF class of 2021:
Phil Coppess Oxford Junction Graduate
Kirk Park Administrator/Coach/Teacher
Shirley Petersen Contributor/Teacher
The HOF class of 2021 will be honored during an event this fall. These dates will be released later this summer.
We are continuously looking for more nominations for the HOF, please nominate any individuals and/or groups you believe are worthy of being a part of the Midland HOF. Please see the nomination form on the school website for more details and to nominate an individual or group. Please direct all questions to midlandad@midland.k12.ia.us
Midland honored for safe, positive settings 2019-2020. Read the story HERE from the Iowa Department of Education.
Jones County Economic Development in partnership with Levi Architecture and other community partners, including Child Care Resource and Referral, is conducting a county-wide childcare solutions feasibility study. The purpose of the study is to collect information on the childcare needs for families, businesses, and childcare providers. If interested, please complete the Jones County Economic Development survey: https://forms.gle/ydE3UXjhekcHS79y6
Help us help our special education department…L & L Lending Hands (Midland’s Intro to Business Class) are learning to lead while giving back to our community. We will be collecting returnable cans/bottles from our athletic events as a fundraiser. Special thank you to B and C Liquor Can Redemption for donating the collection supplies to us!
Ways YOU can help us….
1) Put your returnable can/bottle in the redemption receptacle at athletic events
2) Turn cans/bottles in to B & C Liquor Can Redemption Center in Maquoketa, telling them it is for Midland Schools
3) Donate sticky vinyl and ceramic tile to the school for an upcoming project
Midland Football The Video Click HERE to view
Midland Elementary School
Families: The State Department of Education is conducting a survey of broadband internet across the state, along with student access to devices (laptops, phones, tablets, etc.). Secretaries emailed the survey last week and we already have 139 responses! The survey takes less than 5 minutes and will help determine needs for connectivity. Please complete the survey if you have not done so already.
Midland's own Debra Brokaw School: Secondary School; Midland CSD recognized as PBIS People of the Year by the Iowa Department of Ed. Read the full story HERE
Congrats to 3 Midland High School football players on their All State Football selections. For more details click HERE.
2020 MIDLAND HALL OF FAME INDUCTIONS On Friday, January 31st we made our final 2020 Hall of Fame Inductions by recognizing Jerry Carstens and the 1993-94 Girls Basketball Team! Jerry Carstens was a long time physical education teacher and coach. He coached girls basketball and is currently the 9th most winning coach in Iowa High School Girls Basketball history at 685 wins against 246 losses. He took teams to the state tournament in 1969, 1970, 1981, 1989, 1992 and 1994. Jerry was inducted into the Iowa Girls Basketball Coaches Hall of Fame in 2002. He coached here through the 2004 year. Unfortunately Jerry passed away in October, so to accept the award were his wife Kathy and family members Scott, Barb and Jenna Harms, Brenda Leonard and her daughter Allison. Coach C touched a lot of lives during his time at Midland.
The Midland 1993-94 Girls State Qualifying Basketball Team was our final inductee into this inaugural Hall of Fame Class. They qualified for state under Coach Carstens. This tournament was a historic event for the state of Iowa as it was the first year that the girls state tournament was all 5 on 5 player games. Midland had the honor of playing in the first game of that tournament. The team finished with a 19-5 record and a first round loss at the state tournament to Armstrong-Ringsted 37-32. Unfortunately none of the team members were able to attend. Those on the team included: Julie Knake, Lisa Eganhouse Cantwell, Paula Brady Walsh, Kelly Erickson Ballou, Jessie Paarmann VonBehren, Nancy Tasker Davis, Tamara Ewoldt, Kelly Kleppe Doll, Kristy Loy A 6 on 6 exhibition girls basketball game was held on January 31st and we had 14 alumni players come back to play. Tammie Widel Small did a mean imitation of Coach Carstens as coach. Everyone had a great time and no one got hurt. Thanks to Larry Meyer and Kirk Park for officiating the fun! Kathy Carstens enjoyed being surrounded by C's girls!
Pictured: Front: Janice Widel, Lisa Ireland Burns, Tara Hay-Dusanek, Jodi Orris Suthers, Pam Widel Schoenthaler, Carrie Bahnsen. Middle: Tammie Widel Small, Angie McCarthy Gloeckner, Wendy Reade Bienemann Back: Larry Meyer, Nancy Petersen Collins, Kathy Carstens, Barb Westphal Hayek, Hilary Hansen, Kirk Park, Sharon Dirks Holmes, Kristina Doll, Mary Jo Nowachek Huston Photos were taken throughout these fun events by Kim Buchholtz and everyone can check them out at this webpage: Click HERE
Midland Fine Arts
A huge congrats goes out to Seth, Natilie, Paige, Haley, and Jaicie for being selected for the Saint Ambrose Junior High Honor Band! We also had three students selected as alternates if a spot opens up in the band- Sophia, Alexis, and Crystal. Keep up the great work!
Midland Fine Arts
Huge congrats to our students who were selected for the Tri Rivers Junior High Band Fest on October 24, 2019
Alexis J., Mia R., Alyssa E., Paige P., Natilie F., Jaicie K., Crystal S., Jordyn E., and Sophia R. The festival will take place at the Cal-Wheat secondary building this year
Blast from the Past. May 18, 1950 edition of the Anamosa Journal
Midland Fine Arts
Results from August 15: There were 12 performers and only 2 advanced. Mia did not advance to finals but she danced and sang with Eagle pride all over the stage! Great job, Mia! Bravo!
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