Montezuma Community Schools

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.

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.

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! 🚒🔥

Mrs. Fiebelkorn's 7th grade Life Skills class has a great time making fleece tie pillows!

The Junior Class went to a college fair hosted by Central College yesterday. after the fair, they toured campus, met with admissions, and had lunch in their dining hall. So much ice cream was consumed! They learned a lot and had a great experience. Thank you, Central!

On Tuesday, November 4, Montezuma residents will vote in-person on two (2) measures on the ballot or starting Wednesday, October 15th, absentee voting is available.

Here is the sample ballot - Montezuma Sample Ballot (2 Votes)

Questions 1: Montezuma Community School District Public Measure SP (front page) – This vote is to allow the School Board General Obligation Bonds in the amount not to exceed $6,250,00 for the proposed school projects.

Question 2: Montezuma Community School District Public Measure SQ (back page) – This vote is to renew our Revenue Purpose Statement (RPS). This is independent of the proposed school projects. This must be updated/renewed periodically as mandated by the Iowa legislature.

More details about #TheMonteWay project proposal can be found at https://www.montezuma-schools.org | #TheMonteWay

#TheMonteWay proposed project was shared at Lake Ponderosa and we appreciate The Record including some of the details from our discussion. 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!

Mrs. Dye’s 2nd grade class has been busy getting in the Halloween season!
They recently read the story “Pumpkin Jack” and learned about the life cycle of a pumpkin! They were then able to do an experiment with their own pumpkin Jack by making him into a Jack-O-Lantern and get to watch his life cycle begin! They are eager to keep a close eye on him and will give us results of their experiment later this school year! 🎃👻💜

Mrs. Burgess' 6th grade math students had to use their knowledge of Greatest Common Factor to be able to solve this puzzle!

Montezuma Schools will be apart of Fire Prevention Week with the Montezuma Fire department! We appreciate all the things our volunteer firefighters/EMS do for our community! 🚒🔥

Mark your 📅 for Friday, Nov 21st - the After Prom Committee is hosting a Turkey Trot! Check your announcements & email from Becky for forms. Questions? Contact Janel Burgess at the school.

Picture retakes will take place on Friday, October 3rd!

Preschool has been in session for a few weeks and one of our favorite play centers is the library center! Books, whiteboard writing, and more! 📚🤓

Kindergarten was busy this week learning all about apples and making applesauce! 🍎