Pella Middle School

End of Year Newsletter

Important Dates

Important Dates


  • 8/19 - 5:30 - 8:30 7th Grade Open House & Laptop Rollout - Details Below

  • 8/20 - 2:00 - 3:30 8th Grade Open House & Laptop Rollout - Details Below

  • 8/23 - 1st Day of School

  • 8/25 - 90 Minute Early Dismissal for PD

  • 9/1 - 90 Minute Early Dismissal for PD

  • 9/6 - Labor Day ~ No Classes

Important Dates
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Well Done, Class of 2025, Well Done!

Hats off to the class of 2025 for their grit, perseverance, open-mindedness, willingness to try new things, and demonstration of leadership and character over the past two years at Pella Middle School. This class has tremendous potential in all facets of their lives and education, and I challenge them to step up, show up, and embrace what is facing them at Pella High School and in their lives. They will have so many amazing opportunities ahead, and I encourage them to make the most of each day while honoring one another and demonstrating gratitude while doing so. Good luck, Class of 2025, and thank you!
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8th Grade Character Counts Award Winners

Congratulations to the following students for being voted Character Counts award winners for the Class of 2025. Left to right: Kytilin Plate, Claire Smock, Kelsey Tauke, Tyson Barnes, Aaron Dix, & Isaiah Kettler.
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Character is what you show when no one is watching

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Iowa Reading Association's Creative Writing Contest Champions

Rachel Stratton (8th Grade) and Anna Wick (7th Grade) won first place in the state Iowa Reading Association's creative writing contest. What an outstanding accomplishment by both of these writers!

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Garrett O'Halloran Earns Eagle Scout

Garrett O'Halloran was honored for earning his Eagle Scout badge on May 15, 2021. Garrett earned the rank of Eagle Scout on December 22, 2020, but due to Covid, his court of honor was delayed. Garrett's Eagle Service Project was landscaping at grāz. The project was completed on July 1, 2020, with total labor hours of 77.8. Outstanding accomplishment, Garret

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8th Grade Shark Disection

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The only time success comes before work is in the dictionary.

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7th & 8th Grade Open House & Laptop Rollout

7th & 8th Grade Open House & Laptop Rollout

Students may grab a hard copy of their schedule, fill lockers, check out their laptops, and ask questions.


8/19/21 ~ 7th Grade:

5:30-6:45 Last Names N-Z

*student and one parent must attend to receive laptop
6:45-8:00 Last Names A-M


8/20/21 ~ 8th Grade:

2:00-2:45 Last Names N-Z
*8th grade students come in alone, please
2:45-3:30 Last Names A-M

7th & 8th Grade Open House & Laptop Rollout
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6th Grade Orientation Presentation

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6th Grade Orientation Presentation LINK


If you missed orientation in April, you can find the link for the presentation here. There are details for the start of the school year as well.

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7th Grade Writes & Performs Plays

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7th Grade Concessions Give Back

Annually, 7th grade students raise thousands of dollars and then they give back to their community, state, country, and globally. Below are pictures from their check presentation in late May.
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Mr. Boots and Hudson Brackin are Stylin!

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2021-2022 School Registration Still Open

2021-22 School Registration is STILL OPEN Online!

Deadline for registration was March 31st, but we have extended it for those who still need to register. Log into your Infinite Campus Parent Portal and find the ONLINE REGISTRATION link under the MORE section.


Beginning July 1, the 2021-22 School Fees can be paid online under the FEES & FOOD SERVICE sections on the parent portal. If you feel you qualify for Free/Reduced lunches, the 21-22 form will be released this summer and emailed to all district families. Questions? Contact Connie Boldt at 641-628-1748.


Questions regarding registration or your Infinite Campus log-in, please contact Allissa Grandia by emailing allissa.grandia@pellaschools.org or by calling 641-628-9539.
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Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.

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The Counselor Connection

The Counselor Connection

Wow, summer is here! Well done to all, and we will see you next fall.


Student schedules will be released the week before school starts in August via Infinite Campus. Each 7th and 8th grade student will receive one paper copy of their schedule during orientation/laptop rollout on August 19th and 20th.


If you have questions about your student's schedule for the upcoming school year, please contact me via email at jourdan.vanwyk@pellaschools.org.


Jourdan Van Wyk

The Counselor Connection
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Pella Middle School

Pella Middle School

Pella Middle School

613 East 13th Street, Pella, IA, USA msoffice@pellaschools.org 6416284784 pellaschools.org/schools/middle-school/