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Iowa Shrine Bowl

Every member of Essex cheer was invited to participate in the Iowa Shrine Bowl Saturday, July 19. Pictured are, from left, back row, Ella Sandahl, Taylor Juarez, Isabella Donnelly, and Bella Simmons. Front row, from left, Kylie Valdez, Halle Riley, Aila Valdez, and Kirsten Kalkas. The team is coached by Mary Ohnmacht. 

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Essex Grill Reapers

Members of the Essex Grill Reapers Barbecue team competed in the  Shendig Barbecue competition July 18 & July 19 in Shenandoah. This is the third year the team has completed.  Pictured are students Catalina Sholes, Nyiah Manchester, Colt Nelson, and Rhys Chambers. The team, the only school age entry, are mentored by Stephanie Sholes. 

Link to article: Essex Grill Reapers

School Board Vacancy

The Essex Community School District is accepting applications to fill a current vacancy on the school board. If you live in the Essex School District you are eligible to fill the vacancy. If you are interested in filling this vacancy please send a letter of interest to: Essex Community School District, Mrs. Melissa Chambers-Board Secretary 111 Forbes Street, Essex, Iowa 51638 The deadline for applications is July 10, 2025 . . .

Link to article: School Board Vacancy
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All DayFamily Week (non-contact period)Essex Community School
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All DayFamily Week (non-contact period)Essex Community School
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10:30amDLT meetingConference Room
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All DayFall Sports Practice StartsEssex Community School
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2:00pmDLT meetingEssex Community School
4:00pmRegistration 4-7PMEssex Community School
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All DayCertified Staff 1st DayEssex Community School
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All DayOpen House 5-6:30 PMEssex Community School
All DayAll Staff 1st DayEssex Community School
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7:00pmVarsity FB @ SeymourSeymour High School
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2:00pmLittle Miss Essex/ Miss Essex Pageant
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August 25, 2025
8:00am to 1:30pmFirst Day of School
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5:30pmJV VB vs HamburgAllen Stuart Gymnasium
7:00pmVarsity VB vs HamburgAllen Stuart Gymnasium
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1:30pm1:30 Early Dismissal
5:00pmXC @ Shenandoah Shenandoah High School
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5:00pmVarsity VB @ Southwest Valley Southwest Valley High School
7:00pmVarsity VB @ Southwest Valley vs EMSouthwest Valley High School
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1:30pm1:30 Early Dismissal
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9:00amXC @ GlenwoodGlenwood Lake Park
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Essex CSD offers the following CTE Programs: ● Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources ● Business, Finance, Marketing and Management ● Human Services ● Applied Sciences, Technology, Engineering and Manufacturing Essex School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy, please contact the district's Equity Coordinator, Dr. Mike Wells, Superintendent, 111 Forbes St, Essex, IA 51638; Phone 712-379-3114; Email: wellsm@essex.k12.ia.us