Essex Community Schools

Essex cheerleaders, Kylie Valdez, Aila Valdez, Taylor Juarez and Ella Sandahl performed at the IBCA All Star games.

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5 months ago, Essex CSD

Daily Announcements 3/30-4/10/2026

Monday March 30th, 2026

Breakfast: Cereal, oranges, apples Lunch: Fajitas, corn, beans, salad, mixed fruit

Corner Conference Art Fair Viewing in Stanton
Iowa Public Health- Tobacco and Vape Presentation 7-12th grades

Tuesday March 31st, 2026

Breakfast: Muffins, bananas Lunch: Ham, roast, mashed potatoes, roll, green beans. strawberry salad

Iowa Public Health- Tobacco and Vape Presentation 3-6th grades
Boys and Girls HS Track Bulldog Relays in Bedford @ 4 PM
AAU Basketball Practice @ 5 PM (Allen Stuart Gymnasium)

Wednesday April 1st, 2026

Breakfast: Breakfast burritos, apples Lunch: McAlister style deli sandwiches, salad, hash browns, cucumbers, fruit salad

FFA Chapter Meeting @ 7:15 AM
NHS Blood Drive at the Opera House @ 8-12 PM

Thursday April 2nd, 2026

Breakfast: Yogurt, breakfast bar, berries Lunch: Cheeseburger, fries, salad, carrots, oranges, peaches

Girls Varsity Track in Griswold @ 4 PM
Boys Varsity Track in Griswold @ 4 PM
AAU Basketball Practice @ 5 PM (Allen Stuart Gymnasium)

No School April 3rd-10th Spring Break

4/6- Boys Golf in Griswold @ 4
4/7- Girls and Boys Jr High Track in AHSTW @4
4/7- Boys and Girls Varsity Track in Red Oak @ 4:30
4/9- Boys Golf @ 4 PM

5 months ago, Essex CSD

A few selected band students in junior high and high school represented Essex as part of the Corner Conference Honor Band. Way to represent!

5 months ago, Rachel Cabeen

We had a blast kicking off this year’s Kids Heart Challenge at Essex Community School! With help from this year’s Heart Heroes, we’re learning all about keeping our hearts healthy through movement, kindness, rest, and knowing when to ask for help.

Visit http://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12398&pg=company&company_id=522885 or download the AHA Schools app to join the fun. Bonus: Students get a free wristband just for signing up!

5 months ago, Ray Baker

There will be NO SCHOOL April 3rd-10, 2026 for Spring Break. We hope everyone has a fun and relaxing break with their families!

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Some of our 4th and 5th grade students were able to spend some time at Sports Plex as a reward for last years ISASP testing!

5 months ago, Essex CSD

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5 months ago, Essex CSD

The NHS members had a great time on their field trip to the SAC museum last week!

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Pep Club members Charlotte Juarez and Alexis Brooks are getting us ready for spring with our April chalk wall! Charlotte Juarez colored the “WE ARE ESSEX” pages created in Mrs. Peterson’s Photoshop class, and they are now displayed in the hallway to add a fun splash of color and school spirit.

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Urban Air trip grades 6-10.

5 months ago, Rachel Cabeen

Students who showed 20 points or more growth on their personal Math and ELA ISASP test scores or were proficient in both, were awarded with an outing to Urban Air.

5 months ago, Rachel Cabeen

Yesterday Seniors enjoyed a day out for bowling, lunch and some shopping in Council Bluffs!

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Congratulations to Kylie Valdez for Athlete of the Week!

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5 months ago, Essex CSD

Happy St. Patrick's Day from Essex CSD!

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Essex students put their knowledge and imagination to the test at the Essex Science Fair last week. Students from 5th-8th grade spent weeks working on their projects and Kindergarten joined in for a fun, group experiment. Congratulations to our winners and a great job to all participants!
Overall Winners- Havyn Arnold (1st Place), Alexis Brooks (2nd Place), Naomi Niskin (3rd Place)
5th Grade- Lance Rainey (1st Place), Viola Thornton, Bryleigh Bowers and Morgan Silence (2nd Place),Willow Shaffer (3rd Place)
6th Grade- Naomi Niskin (1st Place), Cedar Ward (2nd Place), Octavion Smith (3rd Place, not pictured)
7th Grade- Alexis Brooks (1st Place), Kayty Cabeen (2nd Place), Kaeleen Smith (3rd Place)
8th Grade- Havyn Arnold (1st Place), Cooper Jordan (2nd Place), Landry King (3rd Place)

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Join us March 23rd for a free will donation Spaghetti Dinner from 5-7 PM with Donkey Basketball following at 7:00 PM. Proceeds go to the Essex Junior High Washington D.C trip.

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Isaiah Sholes has been invited to play in the KMA All Star Classic at Iowa Western Reiver Arena at 7:00 PM on March 17th, 2026. Good luck and congratulations!

Event Highlights:
Location: Reiver Arena, Iowa Western Community College.
New Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026 (Postponed from March 15).
Format: Girls game (1:00 PM original schedule), 3-point contest, Boys game.
Coverage: Available on KMA Radio and via live stream at kmaland.com.
Charity: Proceeds from the $5 entry fee benefit a local charity.
Note: The event was originally scheduled for Sunday, March 15, but was moved to Tuesday due to weather.

https://www.kmaland.com/sports/rosters-coaches-set-for-sundays-kmaland-all-star-basketball-classic/article_a5e5c96a-22fe-4623-8312-edc7fd2a5b6c.html

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Congratulations to Jena Bowers on her nomination for the CHARACTER COUNTS! Coach of the Year Award on behalf of The Robert D. and Billy Ray Center at Drake University. Great job Coach Bowers!

5 months ago, Essex CSD

Congratulations to Bella Simmons for receiving straight IIs for her Original Oratory at State Individual Speech in Council Bluffs on Saturday.

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5 months ago, Essex CSD

Due to weather conditions Essex CSD will have a 2 hour late start Monday, March 16th, 2026. Everyone be safe!

5 months ago, Essex CSD