Announcements

Today we would like to say we appreciate our paraprofessionals! This day is celebrated the first Wednesday every April in order to raise awareness about the important work of paraprofessionals in our schools. This includes teaching associates, special education associates, media center associates, and classroom assistants. Thank you to our multi-tasking rockstars for working with our students and making a difference in their lives!

If your future 6th-8th grade student-athlete is interested in signing up for the Ankeny Hawks summer running camp please click on the link for more information and instructions on how to sign up. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Quinn Groff, Head 8th Grade Cross Country Coach Southview.

Quinn.Groff@ankenyschools.org

Parkview has been preparing for the upcoming ISASP testing.  Please click here for more information!

A prescribed (controlled) burn of the District’s prairie grasses will be executed this spring. The DNR recommends a burn every three years to maintain prairie grasses. District staff conducting burns have been trained and certified in prescribed burns.

Ankeny Schools will be having Spring Break beginning on Friday, March 11th and the following week.  School will resume as usual on Monday, March 21st.

The Ankeny Community School District is pleased to announce Mr. Ben Huebsch as the new principal for Parkview Middle School. Mr. Huebsch is currently the Associate Principal at Parkview. Mr. Huebsch has served in a number of leadership roles for the Ankeny Community School District over the past nine years including as an administrator at Northview Middle School, Summit, and Parkview Middle School.

During the selection process, parents, students, staff, and administrators on the selection committee were able to ask questions and give feedback on finalists. Several noted that Mr. Huebsch’s experience with building a strong culture and working collaboratively with families to support student success would serve as a key asset for the building. His focus on the individual student experience and work to ensure all students feel safe and welcomed demonstrated his commitment to the success of each student at Parkview Middle School.

“From the first time I joined the staff at Parkview, I have loved this school and the people who come to learn and grow within it,” said Huebsch. “I am both grateful and excited for this opportunity, and I look forward to partnering with the students, staff, and families to maintain what is great about our school and find ways to make it even better!” 

Mr. Huebsch’s nearly 20 years in education includes experience working in all capacities of a middle school as an instructor, improvement specialist, and an associate principal. Mr Huebsch is a proven instructional leader and community organizer. In addition to his roles within the school community, he was the cofounder of Engage Ankeny that connects local nonprofits with volunteers, donors, and residents in need.

Huebsch holds a Bachelor of Science in Middle/Secondary Education from the University of Kansas, a Masters of Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Kansas, and a Masters of School Leadership from Baker University.

Ben and his wife, Kelsey, have four children, including three daughters, , and a son,  .

Mr. Huebsch will officially begin his duties July 1 but will collaborate with staff toward a smooth transition. He will take the reins of Parkview Middle School from Mr. Jeff Schumacher, who is retiring this year.

Parkview’s LEAD Council students are having a “Collection Challenge” Feb. 28-Mar.  8th between the homerooms.  The items are for families in need.  Items they are collecting include: Deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, hair brushes please no travel size items) as well as black or navy colored pants for children of all ages.  Please have your child bring the items to their homeroom teacher.  Thank you so much for helping!

March: In Like A Lamb, Out Like A …?

As we are enjoying this unseasonable balmy first day of March here are some important dates to remember.

• February 28 – March 3rd: Parent/Teacher Conferences
• March 11th: No School
• March 14-18: No School/Spring Break

View our parent calendar for more.