The Marion School, in cooperation with the Cornbelt Educational Cooperative, is pleased to announce a Preschool Screening scheduled for March 12, 2026, for all children ages 3 to 5 years old in the Marion School District.
The purpose of the screening is to provide parents/guardians and the school district with information regarding your child’s development. Children will be screened in the following areas: hearing, vision, motor skills, concepts, and communication.
If you are interested in having your child(ren) participate in the preschool screening, please contact the Marion School office at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 or email Amanda Feilmeier, Administrative Assistant, at amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us
to schedule an appointment.
We look forward to working with you and your child!
The purpose of the screening is to provide parents/guardians and the school district with information regarding your child’s development. Children will be screened in the following areas: hearing, vision, motor skills, concepts, and communication.
If you are interested in having your child(ren) participate in the preschool screening, please contact the Marion School office at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 or email Amanda Feilmeier, Administrative Assistant, at amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us
to schedule an appointment.
We look forward to working with you and your child!
🎉 Congratulations to Marion School District’s 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Heidi Roth! 🍎
Mrs. Roth’s unwavering dedication to her 4th grade students and to the Marion School District has made a lasting impact over many years. She inspires learning by meeting students where they are, creating engaging lessons that foster rigor, critical thinking, and a love for learning.
A lifelong learner herself, Mrs. Roth continually goes above and beyond to ensure her students grow and achieve their very best.
👏 Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Heidi Roth — Marion’s 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year!
Congratulations to our 1st grader Diyter for reading over 100 words on the 100th day of school! 🎉📚
The most impressive word he read was asymmetrical—wow! What an amazing accomplishment. Keep up the great work, Diyter! ⭐
The most impressive word he read was asymmetrical—wow! What an amazing accomplishment. Keep up the great work, Diyter! ⭐
📚🎉 Read Across America Week at Marion Elementary! 🎉📚
Marion Elementary is excited to celebrate Read Across America Week next week, Monday, March 2nd through Thursday, March 5th, with fun dress-up days and special activities!
We’ll wrap up the week with Reading Buddies in the old gym on Thursday, March 5th at 3:10 PM. Please use the east doors for entry.
Dress-Up Days for Marion Elementary Students:
📅 Monday, March 2nd – I Am Not Going to Get Up Today!
👉 Pajama Day
📅 Tuesday, March 3rd – I Wish That I Had Duck Feet
👉 Wear crazy socks or shoes
📅 Wednesday, March 4th – My Many Colored Days
👉 Wear as much of one color as you can
📅 Thursday, March 5th – Dr. Seuss Day
👉 Dress like your favorite Dr. Seuss character
We can’t wait to celebrate reading with our students—let the fun begin! 📖🎩🎨
Marion Elementary is excited to celebrate Read Across America Week next week, Monday, March 2nd through Thursday, March 5th, with fun dress-up days and special activities!
We’ll wrap up the week with Reading Buddies in the old gym on Thursday, March 5th at 3:10 PM. Please use the east doors for entry.
Dress-Up Days for Marion Elementary Students:
📅 Monday, March 2nd – I Am Not Going to Get Up Today!
👉 Pajama Day
📅 Tuesday, March 3rd – I Wish That I Had Duck Feet
👉 Wear crazy socks or shoes
📅 Wednesday, March 4th – My Many Colored Days
👉 Wear as much of one color as you can
📅 Thursday, March 5th – Dr. Seuss Day
👉 Dress like your favorite Dr. Seuss character
We can’t wait to celebrate reading with our students—let the fun begin! 📖🎩🎨
Some of our high school students had a blast joining the preschoolers at recess this week! 😄 They did an amazing job spreading BEAR PRIDE while sharing lots of fun, laughter, and big smiles with our littles. Our hearts are full—keep spreading that Bear Pride! 🐻🤎
If you are attending the State Wrestling Tournament, here are the themes for each day! 🎉
Go Rebels! Get those pins! 🤼♂️💪🔥
Go Rebels! Get those pins! 🤼♂️💪🔥
Good morning,
This is a friendly reminder that Marion’s Drivers Education registration will open to out-of-district students on March 2nd. If you would like to ensure a spot for your child(ren) who will be 13.5 years old by June 1st, please complete a registration form using the link below or stop by the school office.
The total cost of Drivers Education is $315. A down payment of $160 is due by Friday, February 27th to the school office. The remaining balance of $155 is due before classes begin on June 1, 2025.
Once registration opens to other school districts, spots tend to fill quickly. To ensure placement for your child(ren), please be sure to register by Friday, February 27th.
If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 or email Amanda at amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us
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This is a friendly reminder that Marion’s Drivers Education registration will open to out-of-district students on March 2nd. If you would like to ensure a spot for your child(ren) who will be 13.5 years old by June 1st, please complete a registration form using the link below or stop by the school office.
The total cost of Drivers Education is $315. A down payment of $160 is due by Friday, February 27th to the school office. The remaining balance of $155 is due before classes begin on June 1, 2025.
Once registration opens to other school districts, spots tend to fill quickly. To ensure placement for your child(ren), please be sure to register by Friday, February 27th.
If you have any questions, please contact the school office at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 or email Amanda at amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us
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The Marion School Phoenix football players recently received their State Championship rings—congratulations! Congratulations again on an incredible achievement! 🏆
The Parker-Marion Girls Basketball team has made the playoffs! They will play McCook Central/Montrose tomorrow night, 02/24/2026 at the McCook Central School in Salem. The game starts at 7:00PM. We'd love to see everyone come out and support our student athletes!
There will be a Track and Field Player Informational Meeting on Monday, February 23rd at 4:00 PM in the Main Gym in Parker. All students in 7th–12th grade are encouraged to attend! If you need a ride to the meeting, please let Coach Haley Langerock know.
The first track practice is scheduled for March 4th in Parker.
Go Pheasants!
The first track practice is scheduled for March 4th in Parker.
Go Pheasants!
Join us next week as we celebrate the rich history of Marion FFA with our dress up days for National FFA Week!
Dress up days:
Monday: Farmers Day off- PJS!
Tuesday: Country vs. Country Club
Wednesday: USA Day!
Thursday: Blue and Gold Pride.
Don't forget FCCLA and FFA are hosting their annual Pancake Feed on SUNDAY! 9-Noon, in the small gym. Free Will Donation. This is to celebrate and support both of our student organizations.
🏐 Attention Volleyball Players for the 2026–27 School Year! 🏐
There will be a Volleyball Player Informational Meeting on Monday, March 16 at 4:15 PM in the Main Gym in Parker. All students who will be in 7th–12th grade next school year are welcome to attend! If you need a ride to the meeting, please let Coach Heidi Johnson know.
Spread the word and we’ll see you there! 💙🏐
There will be a Volleyball Player Informational Meeting on Monday, March 16 at 4:15 PM in the Main Gym in Parker. All students who will be in 7th–12th grade next school year are welcome to attend! If you need a ride to the meeting, please let Coach Heidi Johnson know.
Spread the word and we’ll see you there! 💙🏐
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Join us on February 22, 2026, as we celebrate two outstanding student organizations: FFA and FCCLA. Members will host a joint pancake feed to support their chapters and help students reach their goals through leadership, service, and career development.
Where: Marion School Small Gym
When: 2/22/26 from 9AM to Noon
Free-will donation.
Where: Marion School Small Gym
When: 2/22/26 from 9AM to Noon
Free-will donation.
Todays lunch was Ravioli along with a bunch of red fruits and veggies.
Join us at Marion School tonight to support Madison Crooks and her senior project! 🎉
She’s hosting a Family Game Night from 6:30–8:00 PM, filled with fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition. The event is free, and drinks and snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there! 🎲♟️🐻
She’s hosting a Family Game Night from 6:30–8:00 PM, filled with fun, laughter, and a little friendly competition. The event is free, and drinks and snacks will be provided.
We hope to see you there! 🎲♟️🐻
Our 6th grade Science class is diving into our Human Impact on the Environment unit! 🌎♻️
Students got creative by turning recycled coffee bags into reusable grocery bags as a way to help reduce our carbon footprint. Way to think green, 6th grade! 💚
Students got creative by turning recycled coffee bags into reusable grocery bags as a way to help reduce our carbon footprint. Way to think green, 6th grade! 💚
Menu Change
Thursday February 12th
We will be having a new item of Ravioli with Sauce
Thursday February 12th
We will be having a new item of Ravioli with Sauce
Drivers Education registration forms are now available for Marion students only, at the link below. After March 1st, the Marion School District will open registration to students from other school districts.
The classroom portion of Drivers Education will be held June 1st–4th from 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Attendance is required all four days. The behind-the-wheel portion will be scheduled with the instructor on the first day of class.
The fee for this year’s course is $315, with a down payment of $160 due by February 27th.
If you have any questions, please contact Amanda in the office at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 or email amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us.
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The classroom portion of Drivers Education will be held June 1st–4th from 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. Attendance is required all four days. The behind-the-wheel portion will be scheduled with the instructor on the first day of class.
The fee for this year’s course is $315, with a down payment of $160 due by February 27th.
If you have any questions, please contact Amanda in the office at 605-648-3615 ext. 0 or email amanda.feilmeier@k12.sd.us.
https://aptg.co/FLpKFb
Good Morning - Please find Marion's January Newsletter, "Your Guide to Bear Pride" here: https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2501/Mps/c241b0ea-d2ab-4560-8238-04f141927471/January-2026-Your-Guide-to-Bear-Pride-%281%29.pdf?disposition=inline