🏈 Your Dome Bound football shirts are here!
If you ordered a shirt, please arrange for you or someone else to pick it up:
📍 Today at the high school office until 4:00pm
📍 Tomorrow, Friday, at the district office from 8:00am–1:00pm
We will not be delivering shirts to individual district buildings. Please plan ahead so you have your shirt ready for Saturday’s game! 🏈
Questions? Contact Jenny Furlow:
☎️ 515-733-4301
📧 jfurlow@roland-story.k12.ia.us
If you ordered a shirt, please arrange for you or someone else to pick it up:
📍 Today at the high school office until 4:00pm
📍 Tomorrow, Friday, at the district office from 8:00am–1:00pm
We will not be delivering shirts to individual district buildings. Please plan ahead so you have your shirt ready for Saturday’s game! 🏈
Questions? Contact Jenny Furlow:
☎️ 515-733-4301
📧 jfurlow@roland-story.k12.ia.us
Congratulations to junior Levi Britten on being selected to perform with a small group during “The Heavens Are Telling” at the Iowa All-State Concert! 🎶👏
Being chosen for this featured opportunity within a choir of approximately 600 singers is a special honor. We’re proud of you, Levi, and excited to see you represent Roland-Story on the All-State stage!
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Being chosen for this featured opportunity within a choir of approximately 600 singers is a special honor. We’re proud of you, Levi, and excited to see you represent Roland-Story on the All-State stage!
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📸 THROWBACK THURSDAY: FROM THE NORSEMEN ARCHIVES 🔴⚫
✔️Norsemen Football’s last trip to the Dome!
📅 Fall of 2008.
❓Who were the team captain for Norsemen football that season?
Also, let's tag as many of these former Norse as we can in the comments!
Every Thursday, we'll be digging into the Roland-Story archives to bring back the people, places, traditions and moments that helped make us who we are today.
Anchored in History. Forged for the Future.
#SailNorse
✔️Norsemen Football’s last trip to the Dome!
📅 Fall of 2008.
❓Who were the team captain for Norsemen football that season?
Also, let's tag as many of these former Norse as we can in the comments!
Every Thursday, we'll be digging into the Roland-Story archives to bring back the people, places, traditions and moments that helped make us who we are today.
Anchored in History. Forged for the Future.
#SailNorse
PLEASE NOTE: There will be no school for Roland-Story students on Friday, November 13. ✍️🗓️
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Meet Anna Gabler, one of our high school administrative assistants! Anna attended Purdue University and Iowa State University and earned her bachelor’s degree in horticulture. 🌹
Her mornings begin with a cup of coffee, and egg bake is her favorite breakfast! Outside of school, Anna enjoys gardening, spending time with her family, and being home with Archie, her Westie. One fun fact? She loves roses but dislikes weeding! 🌿🐾
Ireland tops her vacation wish list, and her favorite childhood teacher was Miss Moore, her first-grade teacher. Anna also appreciates Mrs. Hull at the elementary school for the way she cares for others and always offers encouragement.
We’re glad you’re part of our Norse family, Anna!
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Her mornings begin with a cup of coffee, and egg bake is her favorite breakfast! Outside of school, Anna enjoys gardening, spending time with her family, and being home with Archie, her Westie. One fun fact? She loves roses but dislikes weeding! 🌿🐾
Ireland tops her vacation wish list, and her favorite childhood teacher was Miss Moore, her first-grade teacher. Anna also appreciates Mrs. Hull at the elementary school for the way she cares for others and always offers encouragement.
We’re glad you’re part of our Norse family, Anna!
#SailNorse
Our Middle School Veterans Day program is happening this morning at 10:00am! 🇺🇲
Families and community members are invited to join us in the Middle School North Gym as we honor those who have served in the armed forces.
We’re incredibly grateful for the service and dedication of veterans in our community and nationwide.
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Families and community members are invited to join us in the Middle School North Gym as we honor those who have served in the armed forces.
We’re incredibly grateful for the service and dedication of veterans in our community and nationwide.
#SailNorse
REMINDER: Today is a 1:35pm/1:45pm early dismissal for all Roland-Story students. ⏰
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📚 “Are we reading today in class?” For Kate Heithoff, our middle school reading teacher, the answer seems pretty clear! 😉
Originally from Harlan, Iowa, Kate is celebrating her first year of teaching. She’s a Wartburg College graduate with a degree in elementary education and endorsements in reading and special education. One of her favorite moments so far? Seeing students fall in love with a book series she recommended!
Her own love of books includes memories of her mom reading Junie B. Jones at bedtime. These days, she starts her mornings with an audiobook and enjoys reading on her apartment patio.
Kate also loves plants, singing, antique shopping, and Sudoku. Her classroom fish is named Hermione, while Ron and Harry live at home. 🐠
A few more fun facts: she cheers for the Hawkeyes, has traveled to Morocco, and can juggle!
What makes her smile? “I get to teach a subject I love to some pretty awesome kids.” ❤️🖤
We’re glad you’re starting your teaching story at R-S, Kate!
#SailNorse
Originally from Harlan, Iowa, Kate is celebrating her first year of teaching. She’s a Wartburg College graduate with a degree in elementary education and endorsements in reading and special education. One of her favorite moments so far? Seeing students fall in love with a book series she recommended!
Her own love of books includes memories of her mom reading Junie B. Jones at bedtime. These days, she starts her mornings with an audiobook and enjoys reading on her apartment patio.
Kate also loves plants, singing, antique shopping, and Sudoku. Her classroom fish is named Hermione, while Ron and Harry live at home. 🐠
A few more fun facts: she cheers for the Hawkeyes, has traveled to Morocco, and can juggle!
What makes her smile? “I get to teach a subject I love to some pretty awesome kids.” ❤️🖤
We’re glad you’re starting your teaching story at R-S, Kate!
#SailNorse
📚 Elementary and Middle School Parent/Teacher Conferences are this Wednesday, November 11, from 2–6pm!
We look forward to connecting with families, celebrating student progress, and working together to support a successful school year.
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We look forward to connecting with families, celebrating student progress, and working together to support a successful school year.
#SailNorse
🇺🇸 You’re invited to our Middle School Veterans Day Program as we come together to honor the brave individuals who have served our country.
Join us Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Middle School North Gym.
This event is open to the public, and we welcome our community to help us recognize our local veterans and thank them for their service!
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Join us Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in the Middle School North Gym.
This event is open to the public, and we welcome our community to help us recognize our local veterans and thank them for their service!
#SailNorse
The School Board will meet tonight, Monday November 9 at Roland-Story High School. 🏫
5:00pm - Community Conversations
5:15pm - Public Hearings
5:30pm - Regular Meeting
Find the meeting agenda here: https://www.rolandstory.school/documents/school-board/school-board-meeting-agendas/454273
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5:00pm - Community Conversations
5:15pm - Public Hearings
5:30pm - Regular Meeting
Find the meeting agenda here: https://www.rolandstory.school/documents/school-board/school-board-meeting-agendas/454273
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☕📚 Coffee and a good book: meet Jennifer Ames!
Jennifer is part of our middle school staff and loves working with Roland-Story’s students and families. She has studied education, special education, and educational leadership, and she’s currently working toward her PhD!
A teacher who made a lasting impression on Jennifer was Mrs. Bialas, an amazing math teacher who held high expectations for her students.
Outside of school, Jennifer enjoys tennis, softball, hiking, backpacking, and reading. On weekends, you’ll likely find her working outside on her property or spending time with her many animals.
Her favorite part of being a Norseman? “I love working with the students and families.” ❤️🖤
We’re glad you’re part of R-S, Jennifer!
#SailNorse
Jennifer is part of our middle school staff and loves working with Roland-Story’s students and families. She has studied education, special education, and educational leadership, and she’s currently working toward her PhD!
A teacher who made a lasting impression on Jennifer was Mrs. Bialas, an amazing math teacher who held high expectations for her students.
Outside of school, Jennifer enjoys tennis, softball, hiking, backpacking, and reading. On weekends, you’ll likely find her working outside on her property or spending time with her many animals.
Her favorite part of being a Norseman? “I love working with the students and families.” ❤️🖤
We’re glad you’re part of R-S, Jennifer!
#SailNorse
🦃 Our November District Newsletter is here! We’re thankful for our school community and excited to share the latest news, celebrations, and upcoming events.
📰 Read it here: https://rolandstorycsdia.edurooms.com/newsletters/rscsd/newsletters/rscsd-nov-2026
Anchored in History. Forged for the Future.
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📰 Read it here: https://rolandstorycsdia.edurooms.com/newsletters/rscsd/newsletters/rscsd-nov-2026
Anchored in History. Forged for the Future.
#SailNorse
📸 THROWBACK THURSDAY: FROM THE NORSEMEN ARCHIVES 🔴⚫
🤔 It is Fall Play Week!!!
📅 Flashback to the fall of 2010 and the fall of 2000…..
❓ Can you name the fall play performed on those years?
Also, let's tag as many of these former Norse as we can in the comments!
Every Thursday, we'll be digging into the Roland-Story archives to bring back the people, places, traditions and moments that helped make us who we are today.
Anchored in History. Forged for the Future.
#SailNorse
🤔 It is Fall Play Week!!!
📅 Flashback to the fall of 2010 and the fall of 2000…..
❓ Can you name the fall play performed on those years?
Also, let's tag as many of these former Norse as we can in the comments!
Every Thursday, we'll be digging into the Roland-Story archives to bring back the people, places, traditions and moments that helped make us who we are today.
Anchored in History. Forged for the Future.
#SailNorse
🎭 Radium Girls takes the stage at Dale Henricks Auditorium!
🎟️ Sat, Nov 7 • 7pm
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202608261236104851b6d99df827d48/chart
🎟️ Sun, Nov 8 • 2pm
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Friday’s show has moved to Sunday. Come cheer on our cast and crew!
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🎟️ Sat, Nov 7 • 7pm
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h202608261236104851b6d99df827d48/chart
🎟️ Sun, Nov 8 • 2pm
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20260826123459618ea0a837167f34c/chart
Friday’s show has moved to Sunday. Come cheer on our cast and crew!
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🍎 Meet Melissa Jones, our new elementary principal!
A Story City native, Melissa began working in education in 2005. She attended the University of Northern Iowa, with studies in early childhood education, elementary education, and educational leadership, along with a master’s in elementary education.
Her greatest professional accomplishment? Supporting teachers and students as they improve. Watching kids learn and grow gives her plenty of reasons to smile, and she appreciates how great our R-S teachers are to work with! ❤️🖤
Outside of school, Melissa enjoys spending time with family and friends, fishing, and watching or coaching her kids’ sporting events. She cheers for Iowa State, loves donuts, and would happily head to a beach for vacation!
Her household also has quite the animal crew: dogs Willow, Baylee, and Bella; five cats; goats, including Chunk; and chickens, including Mildred! 🐾
We’re glad you’re part of Roland-Story, Mrs. Jones!
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A Story City native, Melissa began working in education in 2005. She attended the University of Northern Iowa, with studies in early childhood education, elementary education, and educational leadership, along with a master’s in elementary education.
Her greatest professional accomplishment? Supporting teachers and students as they improve. Watching kids learn and grow gives her plenty of reasons to smile, and she appreciates how great our R-S teachers are to work with! ❤️🖤
Outside of school, Melissa enjoys spending time with family and friends, fishing, and watching or coaching her kids’ sporting events. She cheers for Iowa State, loves donuts, and would happily head to a beach for vacation!
Her household also has quite the animal crew: dogs Willow, Baylee, and Bella; five cats; goats, including Chunk; and chickens, including Mildred! 🐾
We’re glad you’re part of Roland-Story, Mrs. Jones!
#SailNorse
🏐 State volleyball shirts have arrived! ❤️🖤
If you ordered a shirt, please pick it up TODAY at the high school office or arrange for someone to grab it for you. Shirts will not be delivered to other district buildings.
Get yours so you’re ready to cheer on the Norse in Coralville tomorrow! Questions? Please contact the high school office.
#SailNorse
If you ordered a shirt, please pick it up TODAY at the high school office or arrange for someone to grab it for you. Shirts will not be delivered to other district buildings.
Get yours so you’re ready to cheer on the Norse in Coralville tomorrow! Questions? Please contact the high school office.
#SailNorse
☕ Meet Kyle Formanek, our high school principal!
Originally from Farmersburg, Iowa, Kyle began working in education in 2012. He’s a University of Northern Iowa graduate with a bachelor’s degree in social studies teaching and a master’s in administration.
His proudest professional accomplishment? Helping students who are struggling make it to graduation with plans for their futures. He remembers his own teacher, Mr. Simon, for bringing energy to the classroom and caring about every student.
Outside of school, Kyle enjoys skiing, traveling, listening to podcasts, and walking or hiking a trail. His day starts with coffee, his favorite breakfast is a Taco John’s bacon and potato burrito, and his four boys give him plenty of reasons to smile!
When it’s game time, he cheers for the Hawkeyes, Tennessee Vols, and, of course, the Norsemen! His favorite part of R-S? Community involvement. ❤️🖤
We’re glad you’re part of Roland-Story, Mr. Formanek!
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Originally from Farmersburg, Iowa, Kyle began working in education in 2012. He’s a University of Northern Iowa graduate with a bachelor’s degree in social studies teaching and a master’s in administration.
His proudest professional accomplishment? Helping students who are struggling make it to graduation with plans for their futures. He remembers his own teacher, Mr. Simon, for bringing energy to the classroom and caring about every student.
Outside of school, Kyle enjoys skiing, traveling, listening to podcasts, and walking or hiking a trail. His day starts with coffee, his favorite breakfast is a Taco John’s bacon and potato burrito, and his four boys give him plenty of reasons to smile!
When it’s game time, he cheers for the Hawkeyes, Tennessee Vols, and, of course, the Norsemen! His favorite part of R-S? Community involvement. ❤️🖤
We’re glad you’re part of Roland-Story, Mr. Formanek!
#SailNorse
Happy Halloween! 🎃 We hope your day is filled with fun, laughter, and a few sweet treats, especially Mike and Ike and Sour Patch Kids, two of Superintendent Johnson’s favorites! 🍬
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🌟 Meet Maddie Borkowski, a new fourth-grade teacher at Roland-Story Elementary this school year!
Originally from Carroll, Iowa, Maddie earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Iowa State University and began working in education in 2024.
On a weekend, you’ll likely find Maddie somewhere outdoors! A few of her favorites include her dog, Iris, the color yellow, and, no surprise for this Iowa State graduate, the Cyclones! 💛❤️
We’re glad you’re part of our Norsemen community, Maddie! ❤️🖤
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