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Vinton Kiwanis bring Easter fun to area Children
It was a chilly day for the hunt this year, but no one under 5 foot tall noticed. I have to admit that I love watching the itty bitty kiddos at the Easter Egg Hunts. I have yet to figure out why a preschooler will run through hundreds of eggs lying on the ground in front of them to get to a specific egg on the perimeter, but they do. And it makes me smile. Four-year graduation rate increased .8%, returning to prepandemic levels
Four-year graduation rate increased .8%, returning to prepandemic levelsIowa’s high school graduation rate climbed nearly a full percentage point, reaching 88.3% for the graduating class of 2024, according to figures released today by the Iowa Department of Education. This marks the first time since 2020 that Iowa’s graduation rate has returned to prepandemic levels.
Iowa Dept. of Ed. announces opening of 2025-26 Education Savings Accounts
Families can submit applications starting April 16 at 8 a.m. through June 30 at 11:59 p.m.The Iowa Department of Education today announced that the Students First Education Savings Account (ESA) program officially opens for applications for the 2025-26 school year on Wednesday, April 16, at 8 a.m.Parents and guardians can access the online application from a link on the Students First Education Savings Accounts webpage.
Bill waives college tuition and fees for peace officers moves out of subcommitee
By Brooklyn DraisyA bill to waive university tuition and fees for Iowa law enforcement has moved out of a House subcommittee with support from its members and the public.House Study Bill 329 would require Iowa community colleges and public universities to waive tuition and fees for “peace officers,” defined in Iowa code as sheriffs, deputies, police officers, certain parole and probation officers, security officers employed by a state university, conservation officers, and qualified employees of the Department of Transportation or an aviation authority.
Vinton Shellsburg Summer Meal Program Schedule
June 9th - June 30th - July 7th - August 1st Tilford Elementary:
Monday through Friday
Breakfast 8:00-8:30
Lunch 11:30-12:30Shellsburg Elementary:
Monday through Friday
Breakfast 8:00-8:30
Lunch 11:30-12:15Garrison Public Library:
Monday through Thursday
Lunch 11:30-12:15Lunch TransportationPick-up Locations & Time Fr
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“Hop On” GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov to Find Your Unclaimed Property
Who said Easter egg hunts are just for kids? Treasurer Roby Smith is encouraging Iowans to search GreatIowaTreasureHunt.gov ahead of the Easter holiday weekend to see if they have “Easter eggs” to be found.“Spring is in the air, and Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is inviting all Iowans to embark on a thrilling digital adventure to find their lost or forgotten assets,” said Treasurer Smith.
No Email on Good Friday
There will be no email on Good Friday, April 18, 2025. As always, if there is any time-sensitve information or an emergency situation arises, an email will be sent and notifications via the Facebook page will go out. Enjoy the weekend, find all of the Easter Eggs and enjoy some time with the family!
Easter Week Services
Easter Sunday is on April 20th this year. If you would like to include your church information for the week, feel free to include it in a comment below and I'll continue to publish the list through Easter.Ecumenical Worship Services will be as follows:Holy Thursday, April 17th at 7:00 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist ChurchFriday, April 18th at 12:00 noon at Wesley Methodist ChurchPrairie Creek ChurchSunrise Service 7:00 AM Join us as we greet the dawn with joy and reflection, celebrating the hope of the empty tomb.
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