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				<title><![CDATA[McKinney Vento Family Night set for 4/8]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families who are being served by the McKinney Vento program through any MCS school are welcome to join us on April 8 at Allen Elementary.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:19:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Marion Kindergarten Roundup set for April 9]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mark your calendars!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:22:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MHS to present beloved stage classic Annie (4/10-11)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Leapin' Lizards! You don't want to miss this show!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:31:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Coming to the Walton: The SpongeBob Musical, featuring more than a dozen MCS students!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[This family-friendly show featuring original music from some of your favorite artists arrives in Marion on May 8]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 14:23:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for our fun-filled summer session!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students currently in kindergarten through grades 8]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Giants STEM camp!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students currently in grades 1-6]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:25:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Marion Robotics summer camp!]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students currently in grades 3-6]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:26:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[New this summer: Read, Act, Shine! Camp]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students currently in grades 1-8]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 13:27:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Registration now open for spring season of Marion Youth Sports]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our volleyball and soccer intramural leagues start soon!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 17:51:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Little Giants Preschool sets application dates for 2026-27 school year]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can begin your application now!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:46:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS earns national STEM accreditation]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[District-wide K-4 recognition strengthens Marion’s commitment to future-ready learning]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 10:20:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giants host Unified Basketball games on 2/25]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unified Basketball is a part of Champions Together, a partnership of the IHSAA and Special Olympics]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:47:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students from around region offer special concert in Marion on Feb. 14]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[More than 80 Marion students will participate in Circle the State With Song at the Walton Performing Arts Center, along with hundreds of other young singers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 11:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up today for Hands of Hope Game Night at GRCC (1/8)]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families with e-gamers 10 and older are invited to join in the fun!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:29:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[1st-5th graders: Join our 1-day basketball camp]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2149115</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Participants get free ticket to MHS game]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 15:11:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From Principal Smith: Thank you for being our partners in education!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2140784</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out our November/December newsletter.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:52:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: STEM and Art Winter Showcase (12/16)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2136844</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Allen families are welcome for this special event!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[ParentSquare support hours]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2118569</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Assistance available for MCS families who need help with the switch to ParentSquare communications]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:17:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Catch-up immunization clinic set for 10/7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2115483</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Convenient, no doctor's appointment needed - but pre-registration is requested.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:03:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Trunk or Treat & STEM Experience]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2115155</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Allen Elementary families can Join in the fun on Oct. 15!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: FREE Family Fall Fest at YMCA (10/1)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2113967</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Event will include kids activities, community resources, prizes, and more. For all families with kids ages 0-12!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VIDEO: At MCS, STEM education is about opportunity for all!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2101289</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Marion is only school district in Indiana partnered with Apple co-founder Wozniak’s Woz ED]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 11:39:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Go on a Reading Adventure with us at Family Night! (9/24)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2100705</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Allen families are invited to this Title 1 event; families with 2nd and 3rd graders should also plan to attend an IREAD meeting that day]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[School Board honors students with perfect IREAD scores]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2100236</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to these students for this outstanding achievement!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From Principal Smith: Let's make it a great year at Allen Elementary!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2096715</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our August newsletter is now available to view.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 16:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IREAD scores show great progress at Marion Community Schools]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2094880</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[State data shows an increase of more than 30% since 2022, and a 14% increase in just a single year!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 12:40:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS is working to solve bus issues]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2092432</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We will continue to provide updates.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Aug 2025 12:15:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Back to School Open House set for 8/4]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2081745</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All of our families are encouraged to attend!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:28:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[CSA Civic's summer musical Into the Woods to feature several MCS students, recent grads]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2086120</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss this splendid spin on all your favorite fairy tales on the Walton stage Aug. 7-10!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:35:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Marion Youth Sports football and cheerleading sign-ups]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2090967</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Fall season runs August through October]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Sun, 03 Aug 2025 15:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-26 registration is now open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2054835</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Reach out to your school building secretary if you need assistance!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Getts, Henson, Lindsay earn Mary Clark Hanley Teaching Excellence Award]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2080276</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Teachers are nominated by their peers for this annual award at MCS.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 19:14:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Onsite registration help available 7/24 and 7/29]]></title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Any MCS families who have questions or need assistance can get in-person help at Marion High School during these help hours!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jul 2025 14:55:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Giants STEM camp!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2059230</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students entering grades one through seven in the 2025-26 school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:02:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Marion Robotics summer camp!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2058868</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Program is open to students who will be in grades three through six in 2025-26 school year.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:36:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Preschool graduation set for 5/22]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2072368</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families invited to help celebrate kids headed to kindergarten next school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 08:10:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Fourth grade graduation]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2071824</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come help us celebrate our students!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 11:41:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Skating party (5/20)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2071709</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come celebrate the end of a great school year!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 08:27:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Giants Summer Art Camp!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2056874</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students entering grades 1 through 6 in the 2025-26 school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:44:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for our fun-filled summer session!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2055851</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students entering grades 1 through 6 in the 2025-26 school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 09:21:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free meals available to kids this summer]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2068013</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Onsite public breakfast and lunch has now ended, but MCS families can order summer meals for delivery]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 13:29:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All-City Art Show to feature Marion students’ visual and performing arts (5/16-17)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2059244</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Art show is part of more than a week of arts in the spotlight at MCS]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:38:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[5th Grade Orientation set for 5/15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2066059</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students who will be in 5th grade in the 2025-26 school year are invited, along with their families]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 12:18:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[FYI: What you need to know about the measles outbreak in Indiana]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2057654</link>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 11:51:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-26 school year calendar revised]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2057142</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Please make note of these changes for next school year!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 11:56:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Spring Carnival set for 4/16]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2053976</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[We hope to see all of our families!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 13:11:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Están invitados a una noche para familias]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2053926</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[¡Vamos a divertirnos juntos!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:16:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Little Giants Preschool sets application dates for 2025-26 school year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2043472</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can begin your application now!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 11:23:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Students from around region offer special concert in Marion on Feb. 15]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2022661</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Nearly 80 Marion students will participate in Circle the State With Song at the Walton Performing Arts Center, along with hundreds of other young singers.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 10:56:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Help us celebrate Black History Month with books!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2022582</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[MCS seeks community members to record bedtime stories for this special project.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:06:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Marion Kindergarten Roundup set for April 10]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2020644</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mark your calendars!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 08:37:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Take the first step toward Little Giants Preschool enrollment for 2025-26!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2018779</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Add your name to our list and you will be among the first to know when applications open for next school year at LGP!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 11:44:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Marion schools recognized by Apple co-founder Wozniak’s Woz ED]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2017817</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[MCS is one of first Indiana schools to implement Woz ED curriculum, adding exciting and innovative STEM opportunities for our students.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 16:33:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[E-learning today (2/13)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2032756</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Aprendizaje electrónico hoy (13 de feb.)]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 20:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[e-learning today (2/6)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2029206</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Aprendizaje electrónico hoy (6 de febrero)]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 05:21:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Valentine's Dance (2/5)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2017615</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2017615</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[Donations sought for snacks/drinks.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 13:13:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[From Principal Smith: Great things are happening at Allen Elementary School!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2011505</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Our motto this year: "High Expectations Unlock Greatness"]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 11:54:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS School Board seeks applicants for vacant seat]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2007521</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Candidate applications due by Jan. 10.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 30 Dec 2024 15:14:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Board names Lockwood as Superintendent]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2011095</link>
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					<description><![CDATA["We are here to work together, and I am absolutely committed to that," says Superintendent Lockwood.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 17:43:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Allen Elementary holiday shows (12/13)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1998558</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Each grade level will have their own concert.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 06:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Marion Giant Madness winter sports showcase (12/6)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/2001026</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Join us for a winter sports showcase and more on Dec. 6 at Bill Green Arena.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2025-26 school year calendar now available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1996099</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Aug. 6 will be first student day in 2025.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2024 08:34:00 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Allen Trunk or Treat (10/30)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1987350</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[School-appropriate costumes welcome!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:22:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Están invitados a una noche para familias (19 de septiembre)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1960369</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[¡Tendremos comida, música, premios, y mucha diversion!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:46:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Catch-up immunization clinic set for 10/9]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1967697</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Convenient, no doctor's appointment needed - but pre-registration is requested.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:46:40 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[IREAD meeting set for third grade families]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1961377</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come and find out about important changes to the state's IREAD assessment]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:31:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Family Reading Night (9/17)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1961428</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Second Harvest food distribution also available]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 15:30:41 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Family Fall Fest at YMCA (10/2)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1958972</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Event to include kids activities, community resources, prizes, and more.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Fri, 30 Aug 2024 15:38:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Be smart. Don't let your phone disrupt your learning!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1948768</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[MCS cell phone policy, explained:]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 07 Aug 2024 15:08:26 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Onsite registration help available July 31]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1942213</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confirm your student’s registration for the upcoming year online now, or come to our help hours!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:59:54 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Community Eligibility Provision Notification]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1941697</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All students receive free breakfast and lunch again this school year.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Jul 2024 13:45:14 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Smith returns to MCS as principal for Allen Elementary]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1940104</link>
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					<description><![CDATA['It is great to be home,' Principal Smith says]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:36:06 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Elementary Back to School Open House set for 8/5]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1939544</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Marion elementary school families should plan to attend!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 13:35:55 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Summer EBT info]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1915530</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Make sure your school has your correct address on file!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Jun 2024 11:30:35 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS ofrece un programa multilingüe de mochila de verano]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1936346</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[MCS offers Summer Backpack Multilingual Program]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 10 Jun 2024 12:32:08 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Fenwick, Guy, Porter, Reeves earn Mary Clark Hanley Teaching Excellence Award]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1932565</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Congratulations to these outstanding educators!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 29 May 2024 11:45:01 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Recording of world premiere of Elliott’s Song now available]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1929950</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Donations benefit Help the Hopeful]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:14:49 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2024-25 MCS enrollment now open]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1908305</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Confirm your students' registration today!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 13:05:34 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Free meals available to all kids this summer through MCS]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1930049</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Here's a look at the full schedule, starting May 28 and ending Aug. 1.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 13:05:12 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Giants STEM Summer Camp!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1900557</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students entering grades one through six in the 2024-25 school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 12:42:42 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Marion Robotics Summer Camp!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1900547</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students entering grades three through six in the 2024-25 school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 12:41:57 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Sign up for the Giant Innovations Summer Camp!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1894671</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open to Marion students entering grades one through six in the 2024-25 school year]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 12:40:31 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Headed to Justice next year for 5th grade? Mark your calendars for orientation!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1926298</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All families of incoming 5th-graders are invited to this special event just for them!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 10:38:13 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS musicians to bring fellow student’s story to life in song]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1922399</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Premiere performance will be part of the All-City Art Show weekend]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:15:19 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[All-City Art Show to feature Marion students’ art, music, drama on May 10-11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1918483</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Drama Club to present play on Friday, music groups to play Saturday]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:16:28 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get your tickets for Disney's Finding Nemo Jr. live on stage at the Walton]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1915586</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss your chance to see this spectacular musical right here in Marion!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:18:37 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS families: Take our parent survey]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1909543</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Deadline to participate is April 19]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 08:13:50 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kindergarten Roundup set for April 11]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1872709</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mark your calendars!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2024 11:33:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Están invitados a una noche para familias]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1901680</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1901680</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[¡Tendremos comida, actividades, recursos, premios, y ayuda con inscripción para el año escolar!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:55:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[MCS adds e-learning day on April 8 due to eclipse]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1884747</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All after school activities cancelled that day]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 14:09:47 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[E-learning today (4/8)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1906849</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Aprendizaje electrónico hoy (4/8)]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 08 Apr 2024 00:01:00 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Classic fairytale set to take the stage at the Walton]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1883388</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[MHS Choir & Drama Club to stage Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella on March 15 and 16]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:21:48 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giants host Unified Basketball games on 3/14]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1888988</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Unified Basketball is a part of Champions Together, a partnership of the IHSAA and Special Olympics]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:38:44 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Little Giants Preschool sets application dates for 2024-25 school year]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1883726</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[You can begin your application now!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2024 15:16:32 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Take the first step toward Little Giants Preschool enrollment for 2024-25!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1870889</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Add your name to our list and you will be among the first to know when applications open for next school year at LGP!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 13:25:17 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Registration now open for Marion youth basketball]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1853472</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Program is for grades 1-4, girls and boys. Space is limited, sign up soon!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 11:23:47 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Están invitados a una noche para familias]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1850995</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1850995</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[¡Tendremos comida, música, premios, y mucha diversion!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:01:38 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Get your tickets for Disney's Frozen live on stage at the Walton]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1841887</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Don't miss your chance to see this magical show live on stage right here in Marion!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:27:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Kick your holiday season off with a bit of ‘Humbug’]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1840928</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Come out and enjoy a new spin on a heart-warming holiday classic.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:35:03 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[2023 AES holiday shows schedule]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1845699</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mark your calendar for these special shows!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 07:58:07 -0500</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Mark your calendars for great shows!]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1794211</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The Walton presents a season full of outstanding arts performances. Get the details here!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:30:51 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Marion School Board approves 9% teacher pay raises]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1836231</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Change in insurance plans will also save staffers money and improve health care opportunities.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 12:57:22 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[McKinney Vento Family Night set for 10/24]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1834378</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Families who are being served by the McKinney Vento program through any MCS school are welcome to join us on Oct. 24 at Allen Elementary.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Mon, 23 Oct 2023 14:46:25 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Halloween concert and trunk-or-treat]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1828434</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Marion High School's band program has a special treat for our community!]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 18:32:05 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[YOU'RE INVITED: Fall Fest (10/4)]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1824484</link>
				<guid isPermaLink="true">http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1824484</guid>
					<description><![CDATA[This free community event offers fun for families with kids ages 0 to 12.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 08:34:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Join our PTO! Meeting moved to 11/7]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1821375</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Allen Elementary parents/guardians are invited to get involved.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:19:16 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[October newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1824084</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out the latest news from Allen Elementary.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 13:18:17 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Trunk or Treat at Allen 10/26]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1821398</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Allen families are invited!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 13:45:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Second Harvest food distribution 10/12]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1821408</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Typical date falls on Fall Break, so we have moved this month's distribution up a week.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 28 Sep 2023 13:45:23 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[September newsletter]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1808409</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Check out the latest news from Allen Elementary.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:58:38 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Catch-up immunization clinic set for 9/20]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1806582</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Convenient, no doctor's appointment needed - but pre-registration is requested.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:42:49 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Family Night set for 9/21 + Second Harvest food distribution]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1806576</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[All Allen families are invited!]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:31:09 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[VIA Credit Union student branch opens 9/8]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1806572</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[Branch hours are every Friday before school.]]></description>
				


				<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 09:25:32 -0400</pubDate>
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				<title><![CDATA[Giants in the Spotlight:]]></title>
				<link>http://www.marion.k12.in.us/apps/news/article/1794213</link>
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					<description><![CDATA[The 8/11/23 edition of our occasional news roundup from Marion Community Schools.]]></description>
				
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				<pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 15:24:36 -0400</pubDate>
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