Mr. Swenson & Montezuma FFA traveled out to Indianapolis last week to compete at the National FFA Convention! Montezuma FFA had three groups compete, Conduct of ChapterMeetings, AG Communications, & Farm Business Management.
Conduct of Chapter meetings team consisting of Olivia Latcham, Abby Henkle, Hayden Sutherland, Sophia Semprini, Lexi Rose, Isaiah Wilson, and Emma Snook. Alternates were Lauryn Larmore and Kelsie Mostek. This group moved on to the 2nd round, placed 11th nationally & received a gold rating. Congratulations!
Congratulations to the Agriculture Communications team consisting of Vivian Cook, Rylee Thompson, Gracie Wilson, and Leah Urfer for being named National Champions! This group worked hard to take a 50 question test & then create a feature story, video production, social media plan, and a promotional magazine.
Lastly, congratulations to the Farm & Agribusiness Management team consisting of Brady Boulton, Broox Stockman, Peyton Tindle & Claire Erselius for being named National Champions. This group put in long hours studying for a 3 hour test & a team activity. Broox Stockman & Brady Boulton also placed 3rd & 7th individually.
Conduct of Chapter meetings team consisting of Olivia Latcham, Abby Henkle, Hayden Sutherland, Sophia Semprini, Lexi Rose, Isaiah Wilson, and Emma Snook. Alternates were Lauryn Larmore and Kelsie Mostek. This group moved on to the 2nd round, placed 11th nationally & received a gold rating. Congratulations!
Congratulations to the Agriculture Communications team consisting of Vivian Cook, Rylee Thompson, Gracie Wilson, and Leah Urfer for being named National Champions! This group worked hard to take a 50 question test & then create a feature story, video production, social media plan, and a promotional magazine.
Lastly, congratulations to the Farm & Agribusiness Management team consisting of Brady Boulton, Broox Stockman, Peyton Tindle & Claire Erselius for being named National Champions. This group put in long hours studying for a 3 hour test & a team activity. Broox Stockman & Brady Boulton also placed 3rd & 7th individually.
Mr. Smith's senior Physics class tested their catapults this week!
We are bucket drumming 🥁 in 6th grade. Fun way to learn rhythms!
Mrs. Semprini's middle school students are working hard preparing for their Mock Trial contest in Mount Vernon later this month.
The kindergarten classes spent part of their Halloween celebration visiting with the Montezuma Nursing Home residents! The kids were proud to show off their costumes and meeting the residents! Thank you to the nursing home staff for the invitation!
Preschool was pretty excited to have visitors from the First State Bank visit and gift us with fun ghost treats to take home! The kids were very excited about their gift and wanted to learn more about what “bank workers” do! Thank you again to First State Bank for making the preschoolers’ day on Thursday!
There was a lot of spooky things happening over the week!
The preschool classes celebrated their Halloween parties on Wednesday - the favorite activity of the day was reading “How to Catch a Monster” and creating and naming our own monsters! 👻🧡
The preschool classes celebrated their Halloween parties on Wednesday - the favorite activity of the day was reading “How to Catch a Monster” and creating and naming our own monsters! 👻🧡
Hazel wants to wish everyone a Happy Halloween from Montezuma Community Schools 🎃 Have a great 4-day weekend!
“These projects will help us continue to thrive in an ever-changing world,” states Paul Hawkins, Transportation, Building, and Grounds Director, as he weighs in on #TheMonteWay bond referendum vote that is on the ballot now through November 4th.
1 More Day! You have 1 more day to enjoy the Scholastic Book Fair, then it is gone until the spring! Open tomorrow, during conferences, from 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm!
Learn. Plan. Vote. | You Have Options | #TheMonteWay
Absentee Ballot: Request a ballot to be mailed to you to vote
Absentee In-Person Voting: Is available NOW
Curbside Voting: Call to request curbside voting
Election Day: In-person Voting on Election Day, November 4
Absentee Ballot: Request a ballot to be mailed to you to vote
Absentee In-Person Voting: Is available NOW
Curbside Voting: Call to request curbside voting
Election Day: In-person Voting on Election Day, November 4
The Book Fair is here and ready for you! We're open Monday & Wednesday mornings from 7:45 - 8:10 then Tuesday & Thursday nights during conferences (3:00 - 7:00) in the auditorium (peek Mr. Nolton on the stage working hard on the Spamalot set). Hope to see you at the fair!
Early in-person absentee voting is available now through election day on Tuesday, November 4.
Montezuma residents will vote on two (2) measures:
Questions 1: Montezuma Community School District Public Measure SP (vote on the front page) – This vote authorizes the School Board to issue General Obligation Bonds of up to $6,250,000 to fund the proposed school projects.
Question 2: Montezuma Community School District Public Measure SQ (vote on the back page) – This vote is to renew our Revenue Purpose Statement (RPS), which is separate (completely independent) from the proposed school projects. The RPS must be updated and/or renewed periodically as required by the Iowa Legislature.
For more details about the two (2) votes and about #TheMonteWay proposed project, visit https://www.montezuma-schools.org or please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d be happy to share more information or schedule a tour.
Montezuma residents will vote on two (2) measures:
Questions 1: Montezuma Community School District Public Measure SP (vote on the front page) – This vote authorizes the School Board to issue General Obligation Bonds of up to $6,250,000 to fund the proposed school projects.
Question 2: Montezuma Community School District Public Measure SQ (vote on the back page) – This vote is to renew our Revenue Purpose Statement (RPS), which is separate (completely independent) from the proposed school projects. The RPS must be updated and/or renewed periodically as required by the Iowa Legislature.
For more details about the two (2) votes and about #TheMonteWay proposed project, visit https://www.montezuma-schools.org or please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’d be happy to share more information or schedule a tour.
Our School Board members Nichole Bushong and Matt Mann along with Superintendent Rich Schulte explains the proposed #MonteWay School improvement plan at the roundtable discussion at Longhorn Saloon in Barnes City. Bushong shared “We received a lot of feedback from the community members and teachers. This plan doesn’t just fix the things from them in the ‘right here and right now,’ it makes a lasting change. I want my kids and future grandkids to enjoy this school building and community – to learn, play and grow-up here.” Learn more on our website --> https://www.montezuma-schools.org/ Early in-person absentee voting is available now. Go Vote!
Look what arrived today‼️ A week from today we will host our Fall Scholastic Book Fair. Starting tomorrow be looking in your kids' book bags for their Book Fair Wish Lists😍📚
“We are investing I getting the right things done for the kids. We just wan the best for them,” Superintendent Schulte states and explains the proposed project. Community Member Peggy Watts presented the signed petition papers to the board to which accepted and approved to move the bond to the November 4th election for a vote.
There are two (2) votes on the ballot. Check out the sample ballot on the website and learn more about #TheMonteWay project.
There are two (2) votes on the ballot. Check out the sample ballot on the website and learn more about #TheMonteWay project.
What Is Your Plan to Vote | You Have Options
Absentee Ballot – Request a ballot to be mailed to you to vote
Absentee In-Person Voting – Starts Wednesday, October 15th
Curbside Voting – Call to request curbside voting
In-person Voting – November 4, 2025
Señora Stockman & her Spanish students went to Newton for a live cultural experience that celebrated the heart & soul of Latin America through music & dance! Afterwards they enjoyed authentic Mexican food & an authentic Mexican store.
A great recap article from The Record of #TheMonteWay proposed project shared in Deep River. We want everyone to understand the details of this project as it’s different than the previous bond. You can learn more on our website under #TheMonteWay, contact us with your questions, or schedule a tour. We are happy to share the information as you prepare to vote.
Preschool had a fun day visiting the fire station today learning about our EMS workers, the equipment in the ambulance, and the importance of fire safety! The field trip ended with the best part, a firetruck ride! We are very thankful for the men and women who serve in our community! 🚒🔥
