Grant Elementary held its annual school carnival Thursday evening, and this year brought a new twist as the event moved from the spring to the fall. The change certainly didn’t slow anyone down — it was a tremendous turnout from our students, families and community!

MHS will welcome 21 schools to town for its annual marching band invitational Saturday. The competition begins at 4:30 p.m., with bands taking the field throughout the evening. As the host, the Muskies will close out the performances at 10:25 pm. youtu.be/8Ms7z1gwgF4

Under the direction of Guillermo Najarro, Muscatine High School orchestra students took the stage Tuesday evening for their annual Masquerade Concert in the MHS Auditorium. Concert Orchestra, Mariachi Perlas de Muscatine and Symphony Orchestra performed. Great job, Muskies!

Due to lack of volunteers in leadership roles, the Muskie Booster Club is prepared to dissolve after 54 years. Read more about why the change is happening, what comes next and the legacy of 54 years of Booster Club service: muscatine.k12.ia.us/news/202…

The MHS girls swimming team extended its winning streak to five on Saturday, taking first place at the Sayles Invitational at the Carver Swim Center. The Muskies finished with 355.5 points, well ahead of second-place Williamsburg (260.5) and third-place Burlington (236).

Football final: Iowa City West 33, Muscatine 0 The Muskies (0-6) travel to Marion next Friday night to face Linn-Mar. #iahsfb #fridaynightlights

High school students in Theresa Hilbrant’s AP United States History classes had a rare opportunity Thursday to hear from two women who helped change American history — Carlotta Walls LaNier and Dr. Leona Tate. Read their story: muscatine.k12.ia.us/news/202…

We’re excited to share our new district-wide video — a look at the people, programs and experiences that make MCSD a special place to learn, work and grow. We’re proud of our schools. We’re proud of our students and staff. And we’re proud to be Muskies. youtu.be/jPtQG1_10t8

The Muscatine High School volleyball team pushed Class 5A 11th-ranked Bettendorf to five sets Tuesday night in MAC play. The Bulldogs prevailed in the end, 25-9, 23-25, 29-27, 19-25, 15-10. It was also Staff Appreciation Night at the Fieldhouse. The Muskies are 9-11, 3-3 MAC.

📷 COMING WEDNESDAY Our schools are more than buildings. They’re the students, staff, families and community members who make MCSD what it is. Tomorrow, we’re excited to share a new district-wide video that tells a little bit of our story. Here’s a 30-second sneak peek.

This month's Muskie Messenger is available. ● Feature story on Muscatine High School athletic trainer Nicole Calvert ● Building/staff spotlight: Madison Elementary ● Susan Clark Junior High PE teacher Katie Hyink earns honor Full newsletter link: drive.google.com/file/d/1VTm…

For 15+ years, Nicole Calvert has been a constant presence of MHS athletics. Her job as athletic trainer goes far beyond taping ankles and running onto the field for injured athlete. Calvert’s impact is just as much about trust, reassurance & humor. muscatine.k12.ia.us/news/202…

The fourth annual Viva Muscatine filled downtown Muscatine on Saturday with food, fun, music, culture and plenty of entertainment. A huge THANK YOU to all of our sponsors, vendors and volunteers who helped make this year’s event such a success.

MHS stayed within striking distance for a quarter Friday night, but Pleasant Valley used a 24-point second quarter en route to a 52-14 football win at the Stadium. Colin Glynn and Emmanuel Glahn had TDs for the Muskies (0-5). Glahn returned a kick 90 yards for a score.

Muscatine High School's volleyball team sweeps Davenport North on the road tonight, 25-22, 25-20, 25-15. The Muskies are 3-2 in conference play and return home next Tuesday night to face Bettendorf for Staff Appreciation Night. #iahsvb

Muscatine High School is looking for an assistant softball coach for the 2027 season. If you’re passionate about softball and helping student-athletes grow on and off the field, we’d love to hear from you. Apply: muscatine.schoolspring.com/ Questions: mike.henson@mcsdonline.org

Led by freshman individual champion Lou Anderson, the MHS girls cross country team won its home meet Monday. The boys finished second to Assumption. Avian Reyna was third to pace MHS. Thanks to Parks & Rec for allowing races to happen despite soggy conditions at Soccer Complex.

Muscatine (0-4) is back home next Friday night to play Pleasant Valley.

End-3: Dubuque Senior 28, Muscatine 14 Muskies have the ball inside the Rams' 10-yard line to start the fourth. #iahsfb #FridayNightFootball