🗳️ How do you vote?

Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026! There are several ways to cast your ballot, including absentee voting in person, voting by mail, or voting in person on Election Day at your assigned polling place.

📬 Absentee by Mail: Submit requests for absentee ballots by October 19. Completed ballots must be received by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

✏️ Absentee In-Person: Available through 5 p.m. on November 2, the day before the election.

📍 Election Day Voting: Vote on November 3 at your assigned polling place. Scan the QR code on the graphic to confirm your polling location.

For more information, contact your county auditor’s office. Make a plan to vote!
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
18 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Informational graphic titled “How Do I Vote?” with a black-and-gold hawk logo. It outlines three voting options for the November 3, 2026, election: absentee in-person voting available through 5 p.m. November 2; absentee-by-mail ballot requests due October 19, with completed ballots required to arrive by 8 p.m. on Election Day; and in-person voting on November 3 at your assigned polling place. QR codes are provided to request an absentee ballot and confirm your polling location. The graphic concludes with “Vote November 3, 2026.”
Miss V's class is ready to plow through this week's MP-East School News with some farm-fresh fun. Let's get this show growing! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/bXPq1Gdttho
21 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District

🗳️ What Will the Ballot Say?

On November 3, 2026, voters within the Mid-Prairie Community School District boundaries will have the opportunity to vote on a proposed $19 million general obligation bond.

If approved, the bond would fund improvements at the high school, including a new events entrance, a 500-seat auditorium, fine arts classrooms, and renovations and improvements to existing special education and general education classrooms.

The ballot question outlines the proposed projects and asks voters to authorize the district to issue general obligation bonds not to exceed $19 million.

📅 Election Day: Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Mid-Prairie is committed to providing information to help community members understand the proposed bond. Watch for additional information in the coming weeks.

Learn more at https://www.mphawks.org/o/district/page/facilities
#mphawks #GoldenHawks

22 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Graphic titled “What Will the Ballot Say?” featuring the Mid-Prairie Golden Hawks logo in black and gold. The graphic states that on November 3, 2026, voters within the Mid-Prairie Community School District boundaries will be asked to approve a general obligation bond to fund district improvements. The ballot question asks whether the Board of Directors of the Mid-Prairie Community School District in Washington and Johnson Counties, Iowa, should be authorized to issue general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $19 million. The funds would be used to build, furnish, and equip an addition to the high school, including a new events entrance, auditorium, and fine arts classrooms, along with related remodeling and site improvements. Funds would also be used to renovate, improve, furnish, and equip existing special education and general education classrooms. The bottom of the graphic emphasizes: “Vote November 3, 2026.”

Satisfy your sweet tooth and support Mid-Prairie Post Prom!

The MP Post Prom Committee is partnering with Sugar Bottom Bakery for a cookie fundraiser! Order a dozen delicious deep-dish cookies for just $28/dozen, choosing from two flavors:

🍪 Deep Dish Monster Cookie
🍪 Deep Dish Peanut Butter Blast

*These cookies freeze well, so you can order extras!

20% of sales go directly to Mid-Prairie Post Prom!

Order by: 8 a.m. Monday, October 26
Pick up: Wednesday, October 28, from 5:30–7 p.m. at Mid-Prairie Middle School

To Order: Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit https://tinyurl.com/MPPromCookies27

Thank you for supporting Mid-Prairie Post Prom while enjoying some seriously delicious cookies!
#mphawks #GoldenHawks

24 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Sugar Bottom Bakery Cookie Sale benefiting Mid-Prairie Post Prom. Order a dozen deep-dish cookies for $28. Choose from Deep Dish Monster Cookie or Deep Dish Peanut Butter Blast. Mid-Prairie Post Prom will receive 20% of sales. Orders must be placed by 8 a.m. Monday, October 26, 2026. Pick up orders on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Mid-Prairie Middle School. Scan the QR code on the flyer to place your order. The flyer features photos of stacked cookies, a bright turquoise background, pink and orange lettering, and a green “Order here!” banner with an arrow pointing toward the QR code, link to order: https://tinyurl.com/MPPromCookies27
Check out this week's Golden Hawks at a Glance! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/cMnH5LUjxFg
25 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District
DEADLINE LOOMS FOR FREE/REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS

MPCSD families: If you have not completed a Free/Reduced Meal Application for the 2026/27 school year, please do so soon.

Last school year's meal status expires TODAY, Monday, Oct. 5th. After today, families who have not submitted a new application and been approved will be responsible for paying full price for student meals and other applicable school-related fees. The current prices are: $2.25 (breakfast) $3.45 (Lunch).

Applications can be completed online through the Food& Nutrition section of the MPCSD website: https://www.mphawks.org/page/school-nutrition. Please complete your application to help avoid any interruption in benefits.
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
29 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District
black background with gold text that reads FREE & REDUCED INFORMATION with white border line underneath and MP hawk logo with emblem that reads Mid-Prairie CSD and MP
Mrs. Reuman’s class is buckled up, ready to roll, and keeping the aisles clear for today’s episode of MP-East School News! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/wa_AcVfIl50
29 days ago, Mid-Prairie School District
How will the proposed bond affect property taxes?

The proposed $19 million Mid-Prairie facility plan would be funded through a general obligation bond and WOULD NOT increase the property tax rate.

Strategic financial planning, including paying off prior debt early, using sales tax revenue for work at the Middle School and East Elementary, and aggressively paying down the 2023 bond, has positioned the Mid-Prairie District to address facility needs without increasing the property tax rate.

Learn more about the proposed projects, funding, and the November 3, 2026, bond vote at https://www.mphawks.org/o/district/page/facilities
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Graphic titled “How Will We Pay for It?” with a Mid-Prairie Golden Hawks logo. The graphic explains that the proposed facility plan will cost $19 million and will be funded through a general obligation bond requiring voter approval. It states that the bond will not increase property tax rates. The graphic asks, “How will the bond affect my taxes?” and explains that the property tax rate will not increase because Mid-Prairie has strategically planned for the projects. The district paid off prior debt early, used sales tax revenue to fund work at the Middle School and East Elementary, and is aggressively paying down the 2023 bond. These financial strategies allow the district to address facility needs at no additional cost to taxpayers. The graphic concludes with: “Vote November 3, 2026.”
Check out this week's Golden Hawks at a Glance! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/jQkXqtdf_D8
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
MP-HSAP still has mums for sale! Stop by the office at the MP Home School Education Center on Angle Road Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30. Contact Laura Mallory with questions: lmallory@mphawks.org. #mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Mid-Prairie Home School Assistance Program Fall Mum Fundraiser; Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm stop by the office when you arrive MP-HSEC 1592 Angle Rd. SW Kalona, IA 52247; suggested donation: $15/mum only, $35 mum with grass; cash, check, or online payment; "we still have mums!" Contact Laura Mallory lmallory@mphawks.org; photo of large mum plant with white flowers
Help support the Mid-Prairie Post Prom with a tasty fundraiser! 50% of sales go directly to Post Prom.

📅 September 28–October 2
📍 Popcorn will be available at all Mid-Prairie events!
💲 $10 per bag
💵 Cash and Venmo accepted

Grab a bag, enjoy some delicious popcorn, and help support a great night for our students! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Promotional graphic for the Mid-Prairie Post Prom fundraiser featuring Eaton Good Kettlecorn. The graphic states: “Eaton Good Kettlecorn,” “Mid-Prairie Post Prom Fundraiser,” and “50% sales go to Post Prom.” Popcorn will be sold at all Mid-Prairie events from September 28 through October 2. Bags are $10 each, and cash and Venmo are accepted.
Miss Van Fossen’s class is ready to bring you today’s family-sized episode of MP-East School News! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/rHqKqlwRn78
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Vote November 3, 2026
Special Education, General Education, and Fine Arts classrooms, including a new auditorium and a new activities entrance with concessions and restrooms at the high school.

Driven by community input, the district has been consistently and strategically improving facilities - without raising the property tax levy rate.

Visit the district website facilities improvements page to learn more about the bond: https://www.mphawks.org/o/district/page/facilities
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
What’s the plan?

On November 3, 2026, Mid-Prairie voters will consider a proposed bond issue for the next phase of district facility improvements.

The proposed projects include:
• New band and choir classrooms, rehearsal space, and storage
• Renovated classroom space for special education
• Additional general education classroom space
• A new 500-seat auditorium
• A new events entrance with ADA-compliant restrooms and concessions

The proposed improvements are part of the district’s ongoing facility planning process, which began with community input in 2023.

We’ll continue sharing information about the proposed projects, plans, and the November 3 bond vote in the coming weeks.

Learn more: https://www.mphawks.org/o/district/page/facilities
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Graphic titled “What’s the Plan?” describing proposed Mid-Prairie facility improvements for the November 3, 2026 bond vote. The graphic states that the proposed addition will include new band and choir classrooms, rehearsal space, and storage. Existing band and choir classrooms would be renovated for special education, and existing special education classrooms would be converted to general education space and additional ADA-compliant restrooms. An aerial site plan identifies the proposed 500-seat auditorium; new event entrance with ADA-compliant restrooms and concessions; new band and choir classrooms, rehearsal space, and storage; existing main entrance with new courtyard; existing music classrooms converted for special education; and existing special education classrooms converted for general education. The bottom of the graphic reads “Vote November 3, 2026.” The Mid-Prairie Golden Hawks logo appears at the top.
During this heartbreaking time, the Mid-Prairie community is holding the students, staff, families, and entire Norman Borlaug Elementary School community close in our hearts.

As neighboring school districts, we want the Borlaug community to know that they are not standing alone. We stand with you, support you, and are keeping you in our thoughts as you navigate this incredibly difficult time.

Borlaug, please feel the support of your neighboring districts and communities standing beside you. Our hearts are with you.
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Borlaug Elementary bulldog logo, Black background with white and gold text that reads: We stand in support with Borlaug Elementary with a heart
Join us for the Mid-Prairie Homecoming Parade on Wednesday, September 30, at 5:45 p.m.!

The parade will begin at the Mennonite Church in Wellman and travel to the end of Main Street.

After the parade, head to Mid-Prairie High School for an evening of fun and school spirit! Community members are invited to watch our high school students participate in:

🏃‍♂️ Kickball
🏈 Powderpuff football
🍂 Fall activity announcements
🌭 Food provided by the Mid-Prairie Boosters
👑 Homecoming Queen & King Coronation

Bring the family and come enjoy an evening celebrating our students, activities, and Mid-Prairie community! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Yellow graphic with black accents; text reads: join us mid-prairie homecoming parade. parade will start at the mennonite church in wellman and travel to the end of main street. join us at the high school after the parade to watch high school students participate in kickball, powderpuff, fall activity announcements, food provided by the boosters, and the coronation of homecoming queen and king. wednesday september 30, 5:45 pm
Mrs. Gerot’s class is here to grow some fun with today’s episode of MP-East School News! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/RQFiD-8A0yg
about 1 month ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Check out this week's Golden Hawks at a Glance! #mphawks #GoldenHawks
https://youtu.be/9B4fiuNd9gw
about 2 months ago, Mid-Prairie School District
We’re hiring at Mid-Prairie!

We currently have openings for:
• Paraprofessional — MP-East Elementary
• Paraprofessional — MP High School
• Media Secretary — MP-West Elementary

Interested in joining the Mid-Prairie team? Visit tinyurl.com/MPEmployment for more information and to apply!

Come make a difference with us!
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 2 months ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Black and gold promotional image, text reads: mid-prairie csd we're hiring paraprofessional mp-east elementary, paraprofessional mp high school, media secretary mp-west elementary, for more information and to apply, visit tinyurl.com/MPEmployment
The upcoming bond proposal includes plans to enhance school facilities, including a new event entrance, with new ADA compliant restrooms and concessions, that will connect the new auditorium to the existing gym. Your vote helps shape the future of our community. Make sure your voice is heard! Learn more about the bond proposal and find official voting information on our district website facilities page: https://www.mphawks.org/o/district/page/facilities
#mphawks #GoldenHawks
about 2 months ago, Mid-Prairie School District
Image Overview: An informational graphic and architectural rendering detailing a facility plan for the Mid-Prairie Golden Hawks, concluding with a call to vote on November 3, 2026.Visual Elements:Top Left: A yellow speech bubble containing the white text, "WHAT'S THE PLAN?"Top Right: The Mid-Prairie Golden Hawks school logo, featuring a black and yellow hawk with wings spread.Center Rendering: A 3D digital architectural illustration of a large, modern grey building with a white hawk graphic on the side. A curved glass entryway is labeled "EVENT ENTRANCE" and "MID-PRAIRIE GOLDEN HAWKS."Bottom Border: A bright yellow horizontal bar matching the top speech bubble.Text Content:Main Heading: "Events Entrance"Body Paragraph: "A new event entrance, with new ADA compliant restrooms and concessions, will connect the new auditorium to the existing gym."Caption (in the yellow bar): "Events entrance with concessions & restrooms to connect the new auditorium to the current gymnasium."Footer Call to Action: ">>>> VOTE NOVEMBER 3, 2026"