District News

Moline Board of Education Candidates Forum

The Moline Education Association (MEA) and the Moline Public Schools Foundation (MPSF) will host a Board of Education Candidates Forum at 6 pm on Tuesday, March 5, in the Wilson Middle School cafeteria, 1301 – 48th Street, Moline. The public is invited to attend.

The forum will provide an opportunity for all candidates to introduce themselves, as well as answer questions posed by a moderator.

The four candidates are vying for four open seats on the school board. The candidates include Audrey Adamson and Maria Trigueros, who are seeking their first term; and current board members Justin Anderson and Kate Schaefer, who are seeking re-election.

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Ranger Rick to Visit Willard Elementary in support of Reading Partnership with Moline Kiwanis

Ranger Rick, mascot of the Ranger Rick outdoor magazine, along with a special guest, will visit Willard Elementary second grade students on Wednesday, February 20, at noon, 1616 – 16th Street, Moline, to encourage the love of reading. The visit is in support of a partnership between the Moline Kiwanis and Moline-Coal Valley School District.

As part of their mission to serve children and education, the Moline Kiwanis has provided funding for all second grade students in the Moline-Coal Valley District to receive the Ranger Rick Magazine at their home for a full school year.

Along with the magazine subscription, a special visit to each Moline-Coal Valley elementary school by Ranger Rick himself will take place over the next couple of weeks. Ranger Rick and his special guest will do a presentation to encourage reading and what the magazine has to offer.

“Not only do kids love to receive things in the mail, but it is a wonderful opportunity for schools to connect the love of reading in the community and at home. The magazine provides wonderful nonfiction stories, riddles, games, and pictures that the students enjoy, said Becky Kennelly, 2nd grade teacher.

“Often, students do not have literature at home or something different can spark their interest. We are truly lucky to be able to partner with the Moline Kiwanis and share in their love of learning for our students,” Kennelly said.

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5Essentials Survey for Parents

The Illinois 5Essentials Survey is now open for you to provide input on the school that your child attends. This survey is designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner workings of your child’s school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness in a survey about the school your child attends. Our state also asks students in grades 4-12 to complete the survey as well and the school will provide time for students to take the survey during the day beginning in December.

Your participation in the parent portion of the survey will help us understand the conditions at your child’s school and guide improvements. Your identity and survey responses will be kept confidential and will never be connected to you or your child. This confidentiality is also true for students. The survey is online and the state does not share any individual responses with schools.

The survey is available through March 15. Thank you for participation and for supporting the improvement of your child’s school. Access the parent survey.

2018-2019 News Releases
Moline Board of Education Candidates Forum 02/14/18
Ranger Rick to Visit Willard Elementary in Suuport of Reading Partnership with Moline Kiwanis 02/19/18
MHS Students Named as Illinois State Scholars 01/09/19
Signing Exact English Lessons - Spring Session 01/09/19
Moline Optimists Support Jefferson students with "Shoes/Coats that Fit" 12/03/18
MHS Kicks Off Annual Share Joys Campaign 11/6/18
MHS Helps Fight Hunger with Empty Bowls Project 10/22/18
MHS Seniors Named Commended Students in National Merit Scholarship Program 09/27/18
Community Forum for New Superintendent Search 09/19/18
Read Moline Family Night Kick-Off Event 09/19/18
Homecoming 2018
Franklin Welcomes Students Home 08/20/18