News Madison Elementary

At last night’s School Board meeting, Pella Community Schools proudly presented its first-ever Dutch Difference Maker Award to Lowell Ernst, who serves as the district’s Director of K–12 Instruction. This new award recognizes staff members and community partners who go above and beyond in their service to Pella Community Schools. Beginning his 29th year with […]

We’re thrilled to welcome our new staff members to the Pella Community School District for the 2026–27 school year! This talented group will be joining buildings across the district, including Lincoln Elementary, Madison Elementary, Jefferson Intermediate, Pella Middle School, Pella High School, and the Career Academy of Pella. Let’s extend a warm Pella welcome and […]

Pella Families and Staff, Please click the link below for the District Newsletter.  – Back to School Newsletter

Please click on the link(s) below to see the supplies needed for the 2026-27 school year. Little Dutch Academy | Lincoln Elementary | Madison Elementary | Jefferson Intermediate | Middle School | High School 

Madison students and staff recently came together to celebrate our amazing bus drivers, showing heartfelt appreciation for the important work they do every day. From early mornings to late afternoons, our bus drivers play a vital role in ensuring students arrive safely to and from school. Their dedication, kindness, and commitment do not go unnoticed. […]

Madison 3rd graders recently enjoyed a trip to the Science Center of Iowa in Des Moines. Students had a great day learning through hands-on exploration, discovering new concepts, and strengthening relationships with their classmates. Experiences like this bring learning to life and create lasting memories.    

Middle School Student Ambassadors spent time with Madison third-grade classes running a craft activity together. The ambassadors helped the students with their projects, answered questions, and made sure everyone was having fun. Third graders enjoyed working with the older students, and the ambassadors got to practice being leaders and helpers. The classrooms were full of creativity, […]

Three sixth-grade students from Jefferson Intermediate spent part of their day visiting Madison Elementary, where they read aloud to first-grade students. The sixth-grade boys wanted to demonstrate the importance of fluent reading—using good speed, accurate word recognition, and expressive voices. The experience gave both the older and younger students a chance to share the joy […]

For families who would like to learn more about our early childhood programs at Pella Community Schools, please join us for one of the events below. There are two informational nights, depending on your child’s age as of September 15. Please see the ad for the correct date and time. *The PreK/Kindergarten night is for […]

Wednesdays at Madison Elementary have been full of energy, laughter, and imagination! During our Fall Friend-zy rotation of Joy Blocks, students have engaged with peers from other classrooms to tinker, move, create, and problem-solve — building friendships, sparking curiosity, and finding joy in the everyday moments of the season.