Marshall Public Schools

Part 2: Dr. Alyssa Anderson taught the summer school students about aquatic insects. She taught the students what aquatic means and had the students review the characteristics of insects. The students were then able to see aquatic insects in action by looking at the water samples from the SMSU ponds. The students were able to collect the insects in a large sample of water and move them into a smaller dish to see them with a magnifying glass. Dr. Anderson taught the students about the different adaptations the insects have in order to survive in water. Dr. Anderson saved the best for last, by bringing Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches for the students to see/ hear/ and touch. The students enjoyed listening to the cockroach hiss and were able to touch them. The students enjoyed learning about aquatic insects and seeing them in their natural habitat. Thank you, Dr., Anderson for brining in the insects and sharing your knowledge with us! Thanks for swinging by to see what we are up to at Summer School 2026 – Bugs in the Backyard!

Part 1: Dr. Alyssa Anderson taught the summer school students about aquatic insects. She taught the students what aquatic means and had the students review the characteristics of insects. The students were then able to see aquatic insects in action by looking at the water samples from the SMSU ponds. The students were able to collect the insects in a large sample of water and move them into a smaller dish to see them with a magnifying glass. Dr. Anderson taught the students about the different adaptations the insects have in order to survive in water. Dr. Anderson saved the best for last, by bringing Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches for the students to see/ hear/ and touch. The students enjoyed listening to the cockroach hiss and were able to touch them. The students enjoyed learning about aquatic insects and seeing them in their natural habitat. Thank you, Dr., Anderson for brining in the insects and sharing your knowledge with us! Thanks for swinging by to see what we are up to at Summer School 2026 – Bugs in the Backyard!

TONIGHT! Join us to learn about joining the School Board. Even if you attend, you are not required to apply. This session is informational and open to all.

School Board Candidate Informational Session
July 7th, 2026
4:30-6:30pm
Marshall Public Schools District Office (door 12 - back side of the Middle School)

To fill out an Affidavit of Candidacy, come to the District Office between July 14-July 28 to file.

Reminder: School Board Candidate Informational Session is happening tomorrow for anyone who has questions about running for school board. This session is open to all.

School Board Candidate Informational Session
July 7th, 2026
4:30-6:30pm
Marshall Public Schools District Office (door 12 - back side of the Middle School)

To fill out an Affidavit of Candidacy, come to the District Office between July 14-July 28 to file.

We hope you’re enjoying your summer! If you’d like to spend more time with your family, and less time shopping from store to store, be sure to order your student’s school supply kit before July 15!

🎉 Limited time offer: deadline is July 15
🎉 Each supply kit is tailored to your child’s upcoming grade. Save hours of shopping!
🎉 These kits are teacher-approved: get exactly what your teacher requested
🎉 Impacks will be matching the first $5 of each donation made at check-out!
🎉 Kits will be shipped directly to the school, where you can pick them up during open house

Order here: https://www.myimpacks.com/marshall-public-schools-supply-kits/

Part 3: Summer school students had the opportunity to visit Camden State Park and explore the outdoors while investigating its small wildlife, insects. Students were led by Wild Compass, an environmental education program located out of Lakefield. They were able to walk the trails at Camden and find small bugs under trees, leaves, and rocks. Students loved getting a close look at what they had collected and learn a little bit more about bugs! Wiggle back soon to see more pictures of our explorations during Summer School Bugs in the Backyard 2026.

Part 2: Summer school students had the opportunity to visit Camden State Park and explore the outdoors while investigating its small wildlife, insects. Students were led by Wild Compass, an environmental education program located out of Lakefield. They were able to walk the trails at Camden and find small bugs under trees, leaves, and rocks. Students loved getting a close look at what they had collected and learn a little bit more about bugs! Wiggle back soon to see more pictures of our explorations during Summer School Bugs in the Backyard 2026.

Part 1: Summer school students had the opportunity to visit Camden State Park and explore the outdoors while investigating its small wildlife, insects. Students were led by Wild Compass, an environmental education program located out of Lakefield. They were able to walk the trails at Camden and find small bugs under trees, leaves, and rocks. Students loved getting a close look at what they had collected and learn a little bit more about bugs! Wiggle back soon to see more pictures of our explorations during Summer School Bugs in the Backyard 2026.

The District Office is closed the remainder of the week for cleaning. If you need us, email us at: contact@marshall.k12.mn.us and we will be sure to return your message!

School supply shopping can be a pain. While our teachers try to make back-to-school lists easy and accessible, we can’t always predict which items will be hard to find. If school shopping is your least favorite chore, you’ll want to check this out. Everything your student needs in a customized supply kit, delivered right to the school. Order here before July 15! https://www.myimpacks.com/marshall-public-schools-supply-kits/

In the checkout process, you’ll have the opportunity to donate. If you do, Impacks will match the first $5. These dollars go to our school’s greatest needs!

Summer School students created a DIY bug catcher with Sam Jens from 4H Extension Educator. They were given straws, a film canister, a cotton ball, and tape with the task of creating their own device to catch small insects. They had a blast nicely capturing bugs outside and releasing them back into their natural habitat! Fly back soon to check out more updates from Bugs in the Backyard Summer School 2026!

MPS is hiring 2 part-time employees to fill the Middle School Nurse Office.

We need a licensed RN nurse to cover 3 days a week and a licenses LPN to cover 2 days per week. Days can be flexible to work with schedules.

Position will be open until filled.

Apply Today: https://www.applitrack.com/marshallpublicschool/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

School supply shopping can be a pain. While our teachers try to make back-to-school lists easy and accessible, we can’t always predict which items will be hard to find. If school shopping is your least favorite chore, you’ll want to check this out. Everything your student needs in a customized supply kit, delivered right to the school. Order here before July 15! https://www.myimpacks.com/marshall-public-schools-supply-kits/

In the checkout process, you’ll have the opportunity to donate. If you do, Impacks will match the first $5. These dollars go to our school’s greatest needs!

If you know someone who would make a good school board candidate, send them to this informational session. We will cover all questions regarding expectations and roles of a governing board.

School Board Candidate Informational Session
July 7th, 2026
4:30-6:30pm
Marshall Public Schools District Office (door 12 - back side of the Middle School)

To fill out an Affidavit of Candidacy, come to the District Office between July 14-July 28 to file.

Wild Compass taught students about the many important roles insects play in our ecosystems. Students learned about cochineal dye; a natural red pigment made from insects. To connect their learning to a hands-on activity, students used the cochineal dye to paint their own insect artwork.

The Middle School Parking Lot is under construction for the rest of the summer! This project has been planned and paid for by the Long-Term Facilities Management money to upkeep facilities of schools. Stay tuned in August when the project is done and we will communicate safe travel through the lot.

Note for the Summer - if your students are attending activities taking place at the Middle School, please enter on the back side of the building. You can enter the parking lot between the library and Main St.

School supply shopping can be a pain. While our teachers try to make back-to-school lists easy and accessible, we can’t always predict which items will be hard to find. If school shopping is your least favorite chore, you’ll want to check this out. Everything your student needs in a customized supply kit, delivered right to the school. Order here before July 15! https://www.myimpacks.com/marshall-public-schools-supply.../

In the checkout process, you’ll have the opportunity to donate. If you do, Impacks will match the first $5. These dollars go to our school’s greatest needs!