During Homecoming Week, our high school students took time out on their unplanned day off, to have lunch, play at recess, and read with our elementary students. Their presence made a big impact—setting positive examples and creating meaningful connections across grade levels.
October is National Principals Month! We’re thankful for the dedication, compassion, and support our principals show each day. Their leadership strengthens our schools and helps students and staff thrive—academically, socially, and personally. Superintendent Greg Ebeling shared, “October is a time to celebrate the incredible leadership of our principals. Their commitment to creating safe, caring, and […]
Our Jefferson Intermediate 4th graders spent a morning at the Marion County Fairgrounds in Knoxville, diving into the world of agriculture and its impact both locally and globally. Thanks to Marion County Farm Bureau and the Ag in the Classroom program for providing this hands-on learning experience — and to the Marion County Cattlemen’s Association […]
Pella High School’s Worked-based Learning Programs include: Construction Trades, Hospitality, Information Technology, Manufacturing, Patient Care, and Welding. Want to learn more? Fill out the student interest form at the provided link and join the list to be invited to our Work-based Learning Information Night on November 4, 2025.
PCSD is proud to announce that all five of our school buildings, serving grades K-12, have been recognized as High Performing in the Iowa Department of Education’s annual rankings. Each year, Iowa schools are evaluated on academic performance, survey results, and grade-level data. Rankings range from Priority/Comprehensive through Exceptional, with High Performing reflecting strong results […]
The Madison Elementary Book Fair! When: October 17–22 Where: Madison library The fair is open to the public during parent-teacher conferences: Oct. 21 | 3:30–7:00 p.m. Oct. 22 | 2:00–7:00 p.m. Can’t make it in person? Shop our online fair now through Oct. 22 https://literati.com/store/?school=madison-elementary-school-pella-us_ia Thank you for encouraging a love of reading!
We’re thrilled to welcome our new staff members to the Pella Community School District for the 2025–26 school year! This talented group will be joining six buildings across the district: Little Dutch Academy, Lincoln Elementary, Madison Elementary, Jefferson Intermediate, Middle School, and High School. Let’s extend a warm Pella welcome and show our support as […]
At the annual Humanex Ventures Leadership Conference in Omaha, NE, Mr. Greg Ebeling, Superintendent of Pella Community School District, was honored with the prestigious Exemplar Award in Education. This award is presented to individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership and create a lasting, positive impact on their schools and communities—leaving a meaningful legacy for future generations. […]
ATTN: Pella High School students – Attend any or all of three 3-hour local career prep sessions this summer and earn $50 each! Employers want to help local high school students think about and prepare for any future career, and will pay each student $50 per session to participate! Active group sessions will focus on professional presence, […]
May is School Board Recognition Month, and we’re proud to honor the incredible individuals who serve on the Pella School Board. Their continued support, volunteer hours, and steadfast commitment to our students, staff, and schools make a lasting impact on our entire community. We invite you to join us in expressing gratitude for their exceptional […]