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Shady wears many hats as middle school secretary

Published by admin on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 10:54am

     Panther Professionals is a weekly series highlighting educators, administrators, staff and aides who are dedicated to the future of the Monticello Community School District.

     Despite having started her career in education five years ago, Angela “Angie” Shady can’t believe she never pursued the idea until now.

     Shady started working for the Monticello Community School District mid-year during the 2013-24 school year.

     “I never saw myself working in education,” she admitted.

Dietikers cherish each day with grandkids

Published by admin on Thu, 09/06/2018 - 10:29am

     Grandparents Day is just around the corner (Sept. 9) and Connie and Dan Dietiker of Monticello are proud to be a part of a family consisting of three of their own grandchildren.

     The Dietikers have two grandsons, Camden, 3, and Coleson, nearly 1, who are the sons of Cassie, their middle child, and one granddaughter, Nora, 3, the daughter of McKenzie, who is the youngest of the Dietiker family. Connie and Dan also have a son, Zach.

     They said they were both very excited when they learned they were going to be grandparents for the first time.

MCSD honors long-serving employees

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:23am

     As the first day of school fast approached, many teachers and staff members of the Monticello Community School District were first honored for their length of service and dedication to their craft.

     During the annual Employee Appreciation Luncheon on Aug. 21, professional recognition was paid to those who have been with the district for five, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years. New staff to the MCSD was also introduced.

     The following teachers/staff members shared their history with the district.

Curt Tauke

Leadership opportunities now open to girls in Scouts

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:20am

     The Monticello Cub and Boy Scouts of Pack 66 are now inviting girls to join their efforts to become leaders.

     Earlier this year in June, news was passed down from the national Boy Scouts of America organization that scouting would be opened up not just for boys, but for girls as well. In an effort to implementing that directive, Pack 66 is seeking girls in grades kindergarten through fifth who want to become Cub Scouts.

     “Locally we have not heard a lot of negative comments,” said Jim Rueter, Cub Master for Pack 66 in Monticello.

After eight years, Ryan becomes U.S. citizen

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:20am

     Eight years ago Colin Ryan, from Dublin, Ireland, moved to Monticello, Iowa. He and his wife, Lindsay (Randolph) have two kids: Aisling, who’s in first grade, and Nick, 3 years old.

     After spending this amount of time in the United States, Ryan decided to make it official.

     In July, Ryan took an oath to become a U.S. citizen, a process that he actually started late last summer.

Monticello Lions contribute to childhood cancer project

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:08am

     A few months ago, the Monticello Lions Club made a $2,000 donation to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City. The donation went to the Stead Family Children’s Hospital for pediatric cancer.

     Last week, the Lions Club received some powerful news concerning their generous donation.

Greif Awareness Day notice from Above & Beyond

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:05am

     Grief Awareness Day lifts the taboo that has been placed over mourning our grief.

     Grief: a combination of thoughts and feelings that arise when we experience loss; it is the heart’s protest to that loss.

     Mourning: is how we outwardly express those thoughts and feelings.

Kiev Symphony concert, Sept. 7, in Monticello

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:04am

     The Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Choir (KSOC) will present “Music Mission Kiev” in Monticello on Friday, Sept. 7. The performance will be held in the Monticello High School gymnasium at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.

     There will be a musical introduction and video of their ministry.

Online time capsule brings Iowa history to life

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:03am

     An 1839 map of the Iowa Territory, when the border with Missouri was still in dispute.

     A 1908 photo of a women’s suffrage parade in Boone.

     A 1945 telegram from a Holocaust refugee in Des Moines, asking a doctor in Austria about “the whereabouts of my brother… Last life sign October 1942.”

     These eye-opening documents – and dozens more – from the Library of Congress and State Historical Society of Iowa are now available online at iowaculture.gov for teachers, students, and anyone who would like to know more about Iowa history.

Second annual Pool Pawty just around the corner

Published by admin on Wed, 08/29/2018 - 10:02am

     What’s better than a pool party? A pool party that allows dogs! On Monday, Sept. 3, Monticello Parks and Recreation will be holding the second annual Pool Pawty, open to all dogs, following city ordinance.

     The Pool Pawty allows dogs to come and swim at the Monticello Aquatic Center for a fee of $5 per dog and free for owners. Owners are also encouraged to bring toys for their dogs to play with at the pool.

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