Marion High School’s state-of-the-art planetarium will put on a special show that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the first human steps on the moon, which happened in the summer of 1969. Come learn about the history of humans and space travel — and the milestone that astronaut Neil Armstrong called “one giant leap for mankind”.
The public is invited to MHS for “To Go to the Moon and Back Safely”. The show will last approximately one hour. Showings will be as follows:
Calling all area families: YOU are invited to the annual Fall Fest hosted by Early Head Start of Carey Services and Little Giants Preschool - Head Start!
Join us for this fun festival that focuses on health and safety. The event will last from 4 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019, at the Grant County Family YMCA, 123 Sutter Way, Marion. It is open to all families in Grant and Blackford counties with children ages 0 to 12, and it is FREE!
Some of the features of the Fall Fest include
On Friday, Oct. 11, the Marion High School JROTC Giant Battalion will face physical and mental challenges at Marion’s Matter Park.
Nearly 160 cadets are expected to participate in competitive field day events hosted by representatives from the Marion Police and Fire departments, Grant County Sheriff’s Department, Ball State University ROTC, along with recruiters from the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps, and the Indiana National Guard.
The Marching Giants invite you to view their 2019 field show for free right here at Marion High School!
The 2019 show is “Spirits of the Past” — an ode to the storied history of the Marion Marching Giants, and the tradition of Marion Giant Pride that is as strong as ever today!
The free community performance is set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26, at Marion High School’s Dick Lootens Stadium. The Marching Giants would like to invite all Marion Community families, staff, and the entire community to come out and enjoy the show!
A Marion High School student has been named a National Merit Scholarship semifinalist, a prestigious designation earned only by about 1 percent of the 1.5 million students who apply each year. Two others earned the designation of "Commended Students" — a designation earned by only about 2 percent of applicants.
The JROTC cadets from Marion High School will host a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on September 11, 2019, at the flagpole in front of Marion High School.
This ceremony, planned and executed by the cadets, is designed to remember and honor those victims of the terrorist attacks on that dreadful day. It will begin at 8 a.m. and is open to the public.
Marion Community Schools social workers invite you to a special night of family fun at Culver's in Marion!
Dine to donate! A portion of your purchase of Culver's food and ice cream will go to MCS social workers, to help assist students with various needs.
There will also be face painting!
This special event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16, 2019. We hope to see YOU there!
>> Want reminders about the event? RSVP on our Facebook event page!
Rock's Concessions will be serving all-you-can-eat tenderloin plus two sides and a drink from 5 to 8 p.m. at Marion High School before and during the Homecoming Game (which starts at 7).
The truck will be set up in the MHS football stadium parking lot by Door 14 of the arena. Cost: $8 for adults, $5 for kids.
Carryout is available.
Advance tickets are available through the MHS Choir Department.
Proceeds benefit the Marion High School Choir Program.
MHS Homecoming Week is coming soon — get ready to show off your school spirit, your Giant Pride! Our theme this year is "Giant Pride Through the Decades". Keep watching this space for updates.
There are also many events open to the community. (Noted with *)
>> Get your official Homecoming 2019 T-shirt here - order deadline is Sept. 6!
Did you miss the Arts in Action faculty recital featuring Marion Community Schools' talented art and music teachers? You can check out the show here: