Beloved Marion High School teacher Kenan Virlee passed away on November 8, 2020. Mr. Virlee began the Russian program at Marion High School, which became the largest high school Russian program in the state. Kenan was recognized by the Iowa Department of Education for the curriculum he developed for the 4-year Russian program. He organized […]
Farmers State Bank Provides Support
On October 6, 2020 staff and board from the Marion Foundation met at Farmers State Bank for a check presentation. Farmers State Bank showed their support for the Marion Independent School District by sharing an annual gift to the Marion Foundation of $6,000 and a gift of $12,500 as part of $50,000 total given to […]
MHS Student Anna Tuuri Makes A Difference
Kudos to Marion High School sophomore volunteer Anna Turri for making a difference in the lives of countless friends and neighbors recovering from the August 10 disaster. Your dedication to the Iowa Derecho Storm Resource Center is an inspiring example of the positive difference that those of any age can make in the world! You […]