Announcements
Iowa Valley Reopens Conference Facilities
June 29, 2021
Beginning July 1, 2021, business and community members will once again be able to utilize the Iowa Valley conference facilities without restriction. Though Dejardin Hall and the entrance are under construction, Iowa Valley is accepting reservations for meeting rooms throughout the summer months. Dejardin Hall is scheduled to reopen in September 2021, complete with updated…
Five Adult High School Graduates Honored
June 23, 2021
MARSHALLTOWN – Five graduates were recognized at the adult high school equivalency graduation ceremony at Marshalltown Community College last week. The graduates received letters of congratulations presented by Patty Mendoza, Iowa Valley’s Director of Adult Literacy Programs, and a short commentary was read by instructor Kathy Siebring regarding each graduate’s future plans. Iowa Valley chancellor,…
Intro to Energy Basics Prepares Students for Energy Careers
March 17, 2021
Partnership with Alliant Energy targets high school students considering technical careers MARSHALLTOWN – More than 30 high school students are participating in pre-training opportunities that could lead to apprenticeships in the energy industry thanks to a partnership between Iowa Valley Continuing Education and Alliant Energy. “Introduction to Energy Basics” is a pilot program that serves…
The Education and Training Center Announces HSED Graduates
December 21, 2020
MARSHALLTOWN – The Iowa Valley Education and Training Center (ETC) is celebrating the graduates of the High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) program. The ETC released the names of both July and December graduates. Graduates include Danielle Simmons of Marshalltown, Ruby Resendez Perez of Tama, Ozzy Smith of Marshalltown, Adam Viscalla of Marshalltown, Dominique Villalobos of…
ECC STEM Camp Canceled Amid COVID-19 Concerns
July 23, 2020
IOWA FALLS – Due to ongoing concerns related to COVID-19, this summer’s ECC STEM Camp in Iowa Falls has been canceled. The camp was to be held Monday and Tuesday, July 27-28, for students entering grades 3-12. Parents who have already registered their students will receive a full refund. “The safety of our students and…
The Orpheum Cancels Live After 5 Concert Series
June 2, 2020
Due to concerns related to COVID-19, the Orpheum Theater has canceled the Live After 5 summer concert series, slated to begin June 19. The decision was made in order to protect the safety of both audiences and artists. “We have labored over this decision. Live After 5 is hugely popular with people in Marshalltown and…
Update on Kids in College and Outdoor Adventure Summer Camps
May 15, 2020
Due to COVID-19, the Kids in College 2020 camp, held at Iowa Valley Community College District, has been canceled. The Outdoor Adventure Camp, to be held at Otter Creek has also been canceled for 2020. CDC, state and local guidance indicates that group gathering should be kept to a minimum, and social distancing practices indicate…
Driving Unimpaired/OWI Class Adds Online Option
April 20, 2020
Iowa Valley Continuing Education is now offering an online, self-paced option for participation in the Driving Unimpaired (DUI/OWI) program due to COVID-19. The content of the program will be the same as the mandatory in-person class for persons who are court-ordered to attend a seminar. The online course is only available in English and requires…
Kids in College cancelled
April 17, 2020
It has been decided to cancel this year’s 2020 Kids in College program due to the continued high incidence of COVID-19 in Marshall County. We hope to be able to offer this popular program next summer.
Children in the Middle now available online
April 10, 2020
Due to COVID-19, Iowa Valley Continuing Education is now offering an online, self-paced option for participation in the Children in the Middle program. The content of the program will be the same as the mandatory in-person class for persons who are court-ordered to attend a seminar providing education and affirmation for parents, with the primary…
