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Now Accepting SIAC Applications for the 2025-2026 School Year
The School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC) is a community group that gives stakeholder voice to school improvement goals and actions of the Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District.
Based on the committee members’ analysis of the needs assessment data, they will make recommendations to the Board about the following components:
1. Major educational needs
2. Student learning goals
3. Curriculum, assessment, and instruction
4. Long range and annual goals that include, but are not limited to, the state indicators that address reading, mathematics, and science achievement
5. Bullying and harassment prevention goals, programs, training, and other initiatives
6. Any other issues which relate to school improvement
The SIAC makes recommendations based on the best interest of students aligned with the district’s mission and vision.
Here are the tentative meeting dates for the next school year:
October 1, 2025: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
November 10, 2025: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
February 10, 2026: 5:30pm – 6:30pm
This year’s focus will be on strategic planning.
If you are interested in joining the SIAC, please send an e-mail indicating your interest with your name, connection to the school (i.e. student, teacher, parent, community member), and your contact information to Dr. Bill Watson at bill_watson@mstm.us by September 2, 2025.
2025-2026 Vacation Planning Dates
The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District is excited to share key dates for vacation planning for the 2025-2026 school year. These important dates will help families plan ahead and stay informed about breaks, make-up days, and the academic calendar.
Key Calendar Dates:
Scheduled Monday School Dates: To support instructional needs, students will attend school on the following Mondays:
Breaks:
Potential Make-Up Days (if needed):
We encourage families to keep these dates in mind as they plan family events and travel throughout the school year. As always, our goal is to maximize learning time while supporting student well-being and family engagement.
For the most up-to-date calendar information, please visit the district website or contact the school office.
Fitzpatrick Named Regional Coach of the Year
The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District is proud to recognize Head Baseball Coach Jon Fitzpatrick for being named the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division III Region 5 Coach of the Year. This prestigious honor highlights Coach Fitzpatrick’s dedication to excellence, leadership, and commitment to the success of our students on and off the field.
Fitzpatrick’s recognition reflects not only his achievements this season but also the positive culture he continues to build within the MSTM baseball program. Under his guidance, our students demonstrate sportsmanship, hard work, and teamwork—qualities that make us proud to be Blue Devils.
Please join us in congratulating Coach Fitzpatrick on this outstanding accomplishment!
Go Blue Devils!
Register Today for the 2025-26 School Year!
Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open!
Here are a few points regarding the Registration process:
Registration Reminders:
For assistance, contact Jessica Hart at 641-351-7400 x525 or via e-mail at jessica_hart@mstm.us.
Daycare Registration for the Summer of 2025 and the 2025-2026 School Year is now open atDaycare Registration.
Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens – June 9 through August 7, 2025
The Indianola Community School District will be offering free summer meals to all children and teens 18 years and younger from June 9 to August 7, 2025. This program ensures that students continue to have access to nutritious meals even when school is not in session.
Meals will be served at three convenient locations, with a variety of options available:
Indianola Middle School 📍 403 South 15th Street 🕚 Lunch Only | Monday–Thursday | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Meadow Village Apartments 📍 2003 W. 4th Ave. 🕒 Grab & Go Meals | Monday & Thursday Pick-up | 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Note: Students do not need to be present to receive meals.
Indianola High School 📍 1304 East 1st Ave. 🕖 Breakfast Only | Monday, Tuesday & Thursday | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Please use the Auditorium Entrance
This program is open to all children and teens, and no registration or ID is required. It's a wonderful opportunity for families to stay nourished and supported over the summer months
⚠️ All sites will be closed on July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact the ICSD Food Service Department at (515) 961-9591, or scan the QR code on our flyer for additional details.
Let’s make this summer healthy and hunger-free for every child in our community!
2025 Fine Arts Boosters Scholarship Recipients
The Martensdale-St. Marys Fine Arts Boosters are proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Fine Arts Boosters Scholarships. Each year, the organization awards scholarships to graduating seniors who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and achievement in the fine arts during their time at Martensdale-St. Marys High School.
This year, three exceptional students have each been awarded a $250 scholarship in recognition of their contributions to the arts and their commitment to continued growth and creativity.
This year’s recipients are:
The Martensdale-St. Marys Fine Arts Boosters extend their heartfelt congratulations to the scholarship winners and wish them continued success in their future endeavors.
2025 State Golf Information
Kathryn Ballard will tee off at the 2025 Class 1A Girls State Golf Meet on May 29 & 30, 2025. Ballard qualified for the 2025 Girls State Golf Meet after shooting an 86 on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at Prairie Knolls Country Club in New Sharon, Iowa.
The 2025 Class 1A Girls State Golf Meet will be held at American Legion Golf Course in Marshalltown, Iowa. Golfers will compete on Thursday, May 29, 2025 and Friday, May 30, 2025.
Golf on Thursday will be a 9:00 AM shotgun start and Friday will be assigned tee times starting at 8:30 Am.
Admission is $10.00 (K - adult). Online tickets must be purchased online through Bound. No cash sales will be accepted. State Meet tickets can be purchased here.
Golf cart sales will begin on Monday, May 26th, at 10:00 AM. Spectators must call the course clubhouse of their desired location to reserve their cart...first-come basis.
For live-scoring links, pairings, a list of state qualifiers, and additional information, please visit the 2025 IGHSAU Golf Postseason Tournament Central.
Go Blue Devils!
2025 State Track & Field Information
The Martensdale-St. Marys Girls Track Team will compete in the 2025 State Track and Field Meet on May 22-24, 2025. Below is the list of qualifiers from Martensdale-St. Marys.
Tickets are available online through Drake Tix at https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/. For ease of access and to speed up the admission process, it is suggested that you purchase tickets ahead of time and have them present when at the admission gate.
The full schedule for the 2025 State Track Meet can be found by clicking here.
The MSTM Girls State Track Meet hub can be found by clicking here.
Thursday, May 22, 2025
Friday, May 23, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Information provided by the IGHSAU. Live results will be available throughout the event.
Live Results for the 2025 State Track Meet.
Live Stream for the 2025 State Track Meet.
Parking for the 2025 State Track Meet can be found here.
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Good luck to the MSTM State Qualifiers! Go Blue Devils!
Congratulations to the Class of 2025!
The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District proudly congratulates the Class of 2025 on their graduation! This milestone represents years of hard work, learning, and growth, and we are incredibly proud of their accomplishments.
As Blue Devils, these students have demonstrated resilience, leadership, and a commitment to excellence in and out of the classroom. They have contributed to our school community through academics, athletics, the arts, and service—and now, they are ready to take on new challenges and opportunities.
Please join us in recognizing the following graduates:
To the Class of 2025—thank you for leaving your mark on MSTM. We are proud of you and wish you success and happiness in all your future endeavors.
Fitzpatrick Named PK - 12 Principal
The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District Board of Directors approved a recommendation to appoint Jon Fitzpatrick as the district's PK-12 Principal for the 2025–2026 school year, effective July 1, 2025.
Fitzpatrick's appointment marks a significant leadership transition for MSTM, creating new opportunities to serve students and staff across all grade levels. By consolidating leadership under a single PK-12 Principal, the district aims to establish a more unified, consistent system that supports students from their earliest school years through graduation. In turn, MSTM will hire an Assistant PK-12 Principal.
This new role is a milestone in Jon Fitzpatrick's long-standing connection with Martensdale-St. Marys. Over the years, he has served as a baseball coach (2013–2020, 2024–present) and 7–12 Principal (2024–2025). Before returning to MSTM, he held positions as Principal of Emerson Elementary in Indianola and Assistant Activities Director in the Indianola Community School District.
Fitzpatrick holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Simpson College and a Master of Arts in Education Administration from Iowa State University. He is currently working on his Specialist License at Northwest Missouri State University.
This leadership restructuring follows the retirement of Beth Happe, the current PK–6 Principal, who will conclude her service at the end of the 2024–2025 school year.