Kathryn Ballard will tee off at the 2025 Class 1A Girls State Golf Meet on May 29 & 30, 2025. Ballard qualified for the 2025 Girls State Golf Meet after shooting an 86 on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at Prairie Knolls Country Club in New Sharon, Iowa.

State Meet Information

The 2025 Class 1A Girls State Golf Meet will be held at American Legion Golf Course in Marshalltown, Iowa. Golfers will compete on Thursday, May 29, 2025 and Friday, May 30, 2025.

Golf on Thursday will be a 9:00 AM shotgun start and Friday will be assigned tee times starting at 8:30 Am.

Admission & Cart Rental

Admission is $10.00 (K - adult). Online tickets must be purchased online through Bound. No cash sales will be accepted. State Meet tickets can be purchased here.

Golf cart sales will begin on Monday, May 26th, at 10:00 AM. Spectators must call the course clubhouse of their desired location to reserve their cart...first-come basis.

State Meet Central

For live-scoring links, pairings, a list of state qualifiers, and additional information, please visit the 2025 IGHSAU Golf Postseason Tournament Central.

Go Blue Devils!

The Martensdale-St. Marys Girls Track Team will compete in the 2025 State Track and Field Meet on May 22-24, 2025. Below is the list of qualifiers from Martensdale-St. Marys.

Girls State Qualifiers

• 3000 Meter Run
  • Karson Oberender & Penelope Wearmouth
• 4x800 Meter Relay
  • Maclaine German, Ryley Kentfield, Penelope Wearmouth, Karson Oberender, Elizabeth Moore, Maryann Hart, Hayley Parker, Ellie Baker
• 400 Meter
  • Ellie Baker
• Distance Medley Relay
  • Kelin Gonzalez, Maryann Hart, Ellie Baker, Maclaine German, Ryley Kentfield, Lauren Tibbits, Karson Oberender, Caitlin Reines-Schmidt
• 400 Hurdles:
  • Ellie Baker
• 4x400 Meter Relay
  • Maclaine German, Ryley Kentfield, Karson Oberender, Ellie Baker, Kelin Gonzalez, Maryann Hart, Marin Janke, Alena Oberbroeckling
• 800 Meter Run
  • Maclaine German
• 1500 Meter Run
  • Karson Oberender

Tickets & Schedule

Tickets are available online through Drake Tix at https://www.iahsaa.org/tickets/. For ease of access and to speed up the admission process, it is suggested that you purchase tickets ahead of time and have them present when at the admission gate.

The full schedule for the 2025 State Track Meet can be found by clicking here.

The MSTM Girls State Track Meet hub can be found by clicking here.

Thursday, May 22, 2025

• 3:20 PM: 3000 Meter Run - Finals
• 5:00 PM: 4x800 Meter Run - Finals
• 7:00 PM: 400 Meter Dash - Finals

Friday, May 23, 2025

• Distance Medley Relay - Finals
• 400 Meter Hurdles - Finals
• 4x400 Meter Relay - Prelims

Saturday, May 24, 2025

• 800 Meter Run - Finals
• 1500 Meter Run - Finals
• 4x400 Meter Run - Finals

State Track & Field Central

Information provided by the IGHSAU. Live results will be available throughout the event.

Live Results for the 2025 State Track Meet.

Live Stream for the 2025 State Track Meet.

Parking Information & Map

Parking for the 2025 State Track Meet can be found here.

Drake Stadium Information

Entry and Exit Points

• There will be three entry points into Drake Stadium – the NW Gate, SW Main Gate, and SE Gate.

Permitted Items

• All bags are subject to search at any time.
• Bags/purses no larger than (16 X 9 X 8")
• Blankets
• Rain apparel
• Stadium seats (Under 18" wide including armrests)
• One (1) sealed bottle of water per person
• Service Animals

Good luck to the MSTM State Qualifiers! Go Blue Devils!

The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District proudly congratulates the Class of 2025 on their graduation! This milestone represents years of hard work, learning, and growth, and we are incredibly proud of their accomplishments.

As Blue Devils, these students have demonstrated resilience, leadership, and a commitment to excellence in and out of the classroom. They have contributed to our school community through academics, athletics, the arts, and service—and now, they are ready to take on new challenges and opportunities.

Please join us in recognizing the following graduates:

• Ellie Grace Baker
• Sydney Jo Bears
• Gerardo Salvador Berber
• Auneliese Grace Berger
• Ava Michelle DiCesare
• Teegan Matthew Dorenkamp
• Autumn Elizabeth Elbert
• Jason Dean Fugate
• Sean William Gideon
• Shelby Lynée Gideon
• Kelin Gonzalez
• Maryann Elizabeth Hart
• Shay Landon Henson
• Abigail Christine Hughes
• Emily Mae Hughes
• Grace JoLee Johnston
• Bethany Rachel Meyer
• Hunter Scott Miller
• Cale Michael Morrow
• Nathan Palar Mundil
• Thomas Corwin Mundil
• Graham Smith Nagel
• Mikaylee Marie Nairn
• Caleb Martin Rayman
• Harrison Edward Renaud
• Kaden Riley Searl
• Taylon James Squire
• Cameron Erick Steele
• Gabe Theodore Stott
• Ashlyn Noelle Trogdon
• Wesley Isaac Turner
• Alyvia Lynn Van Gundy
• Elley Grace Waters
• Devin Taylor Webb
• Elijah Richard Wheeldon
• Trey James Wight
• Taryn Shea Wolford

To the Class of 2025—thank you for leaving your mark on MSTM. We are proud of you and wish you success and happiness in all your future endeavors.

The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District Board of Directors approved a recommendation to appoint Jon Fitzpatrick as the district's PK-12 Principal for the 2025–2026 school year, effective July 1, 2025.

Fitzpatrick's appointment marks a significant leadership transition for MSTM, creating new opportunities to serve students and staff across all grade levels. By consolidating leadership under a single PK-12 Principal, the district aims to establish a more unified, consistent system that supports students from their earliest school years through graduation. In turn, MSTM will hire an Assistant PK-12 Principal.

This new role is a milestone in Jon Fitzpatrick's long-standing connection with Martensdale-St. Marys. Over the years, he has served as a baseball coach (2013–2020, 2024–present) and 7–12 Principal (2024–2025). Before returning to MSTM, he held positions as Principal of Emerson Elementary in Indianola and Assistant Activities Director in the Indianola Community School District.

Fitzpatrick holds a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Simpson College and a Master of Arts in Education Administration from Iowa State University.  He is currently working on his Specialist License at Northwest Missouri State University.

This leadership restructuring follows the retirement of Beth Happe, the current PK–6 Principal, who will conclude her service at the end of the 2024–2025 school year.

The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Martensdale-St. Marys Athletic Boosters Scholarship. Each year, the Athletic Boosters recognize graduating seniors who have demonstrated outstanding dedication, leadership, and sportsmanship both on and off the field.

This year’s recipients are:

• Ellie Baker
• Auneliese Berger
• Maryann Hart

Each student-athlete will receive a $750 scholarship to support their continued education. The Athletic Boosters extend their heartfelt congratulations to these outstanding seniors and thank them for their contributions to Martensdale-St. Marys athletics.

The Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District is excited to honor and celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week from May 5–9, 2025!

This special week is our chance to recognize the outstanding teachers and staff who work tirelessly to support, inspire, and guide our students every day. Their dedication, creativity, and care shape not just our classrooms but the future of our entire school community.

Throughout the week, students and families are invited to join in a series of fun and meaningful activities to show our gratitude:

• Sunday/Monday – Chalk the Walk Kick off the week by writing kind messages and cheerful notes on the sidewalks to greet teachers with smiles.
• Tuesday – Teachers Are Noteworthy Encourage your child to write a thank-you note or draw a picture to share with their teacher.
• Wednesday – Supply Surprise Help stock classrooms by sending in essential supplies like Clorox wipes, Kleenex, markers, or items from your teacher’s Amazon wish list.
• Thursday – You Make Us Bloom Join the PTO flower sale to brighten teachers’ days with fresh blooms and gratitude.
• Friday – Teacher’s Are Sweet Send in a sweet or savory treat to let teachers know how much they are appreciated.

We also invite families to sign up to bring treats or goodies for the staff lounge — visit the **MSTM PTO Facebook page or email MstMPTO@gmail.com**to get involved.

Let’s come together as a school community to celebrate the incredible impact of our teachers. Whether it’s a note, a flower, or simply a heartfelt “thank you,” every gesture matters.

To all Martensdale-St. Marys teachers: thank you for your passion, your commitment, and the countless ways you lift up our students. You are truly the heart of our schools!

May is School Board Appreciation Month and at the Martensdale-St. Marys Community School District, we are proud to take this opportunity to recognize the outstanding service of our school board members. These dedicated individuals, with their unwavering commitment, work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure every student has access to a high-quality education in a safe, supportive environment.

Our board members, as key decision-makers, shape the direction of our schools. Their decisions, from adopting policies and overseeing district budgets to advocating for academic excellence and student success, directly impact the lives of our students. Their leadership is not just vital, it’s personal.

We are proud to recognize the members of the Martensdale-St. Marys School Board:

• Bill Denny - District #1 (President)
• Jeff Bowlin - District #3 (Vice President)
• Heath Banks - District #4
• Colleen Haglan-Lynch - District #5
• Travis Tibbits - District #2

Their leadership ensures that Martensdale-St. Marys remains a place where students grow into confident, capable learners and leaders. Throughout May, we invite our community to express gratitude for their service and dedication, whether it's a simple thank you note or a small gesture of appreciation.

To our board members: Thank you for your vision, your voice, and your unwavering support of our students, staff, and schools.

Registration for the 2025-2026 school year is now open!

Here are a few points regarding the Registration process:

1. Registration must be done using a computer, not a phone.
2. When registering, please ensure that you are in the 2025-2026 School Year in the drop down.
3. Register on the JMC Platform using this link:https://mstm.onlinejmc.com/>
4. All Payments are made on the RevTrak Platform using this link:https://mstm.revtrak.net

Registration Reminders:

1. All forms must be signed electronically to complete registration.
2. All students in a family must be registered individually.
3. New families should visit the Central Office to register.
4. Preschool families that have completed their initial registration and payment on RevTrak must now register in JMC.
5. Family passwords for JMC must be updated using a minimum of 12 characters.

For assistance, contact Jessica Hart at 641-351-7400 x525 or via e-mail atjessica_hart@mstm.us.

Daycare Registration for the Summer of 2025 and the 2025-2026 School Year is now open at Daycare Registration.