Happy last week of school before our well-deserved holiday break!
We couldn't wait to share this exciting announcement now that it's public: The Iowa Department of Education is now ranking school districts across the state, and Mediapolis Community School District has earned a HIGH PERFORMING rating – one of the highest achievements possible!
This outstanding recognition is a direct result of the amazing hard work, dedication, and passion from every single student, staff member, and our supportive community. You all truly live our vision: Motivated by Excellence, Pride, and Opportunity! Let's head into the holidays celebrating this huge win – Let’s Go MEPO!!!!
#MEPOPride #HighPerforming #BulldogExcellence
Schedule Updates:
JVB, VG, VB Basketball at New London for Friday (1-23) WILL be played as originally scheduled.
District Speech at Wapello on Saturday (1-24) will start at 10:00 AM
Varsity Boys and Girls Wrestling at LM on Saturday (1-24) will begin at 11 AM. Weigh-Ins will be at 9:00 AM
Freshman-Soph/JV/Varsity Boys Basketball at Waterloo Columbus (1-24) will be played as originally scheduled.
Kindergarten Round-Up will be held on March 2nd and 3rd. Additional details are included in the form.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5HqiZD--b4AYjgqGspnntpkI-6V3DkTjQ3PHHh8fDe5rbEA/viewform?usp=header
The deadline is March 1, 2026 (with a later September 1, 2026 deadline for incoming kindergarten students).
Applications go through the Iowa Department of Education—grab the form and submit to both your current district and Mediapolis. For more details, check the official info at https://educate.iowa.gov/media/11478/download?inline or reach out to our district office.
Mediapolis, Iowa- The Iowa Governor's STEM Advisory Council at the Department of Education announced that the Mediapolis Community School District is one of 31 school districts to receive the 2026-27 STEM BEST® (Businesses Engaging Students and Teachers) Program award. The STEM BEST® Program brings schools and businesses together to provide students with real-world workplace experiences, introduce them to businesses and career opportunities in Iowa, and help them gain career-ready skills.
The STEM BEST® Program encourages teachers and industry professionals to work side-by-side to develop a work-based learning model that integrates STEM subjects such as mathematics and science with workplace skills.
We appreciate the support of our local partners Afinitas and MTC Technologies during the application process. STEM Council's investment: VR-Enhanced WBL Program. This grant will allow Mediapolis students to engage in virtual career exploration and innovative learning across various courses, including, but not limited to, Science and World Studies. The total grant awarded to Mediapolis is $50,000. #MEPOPride
'26-'27 LIttle Bulldog Preschool Information/Application Form
The CEO program is coming in the fall of 2026! All students who will be Juniors and Seniors in Des Moines County schools are eligible to participate in this program. Students will design a business plan, pitch it, and receive advice from local business leaders. Space is limited, and students interested in this program must submit an application and an essay. Information on this will be provided by our counseling department at a later date.
Students will be selected based on their essays and intent in a blind selection process. Students selected will meet every day from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. and will be off-site at local businesses and at classes held at various locations to be announced at a later date. Students selected will have an incredible opportunity to network with many local leaders to build connections for future opportunities.
Learn more about the program highlighted here on WQAD: https://www.wqad.com/video/news/local/as-seen-on-tv/des-moines-county-schools-launching-new-ceo-program/526-f68a324b-04e2-4720-b040-1d565d1f3622?fbclid=IwY2xjawPPblVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeopqJfh1ovywxAq4iLRokav5g3cEJIHqFwS_tREfDdF8N28XKi5M5IoAoe50_aem_bMiJ859giamStue-8p7dmA
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAFAF2CA7FD0-60051099-concession
Mediapolis JH G BB vs New London (December 18) will begin at 4:00. 2 Quarters of 7th grade followed by full game of 8th grade.
Weather Update for Saturday/Sunday:
JV Boys and Varsity Girls Wrestling at Keokuk has been postponed to Jan 3.
Due to unsafe road conditions, Varsity Boys Wrestling will not be headed to Grinnell
We ask that no one be at the school on Saturday. This will allow for maintenance crew to clean the lots after the snow has concluded.
Vespers will proceed as planned on Sunday, Dec 14th (2:30). Please be careful getting to and from the event.
Thank you for your cooperation and flexibility.
