The Johnston High School Choir Presents the Annual Madrigal Feaste

The 32nd annual Madrigal Feaste takes place tonight and Thursday.

Johnston School Board Approves Purchase of Land for New High School

The board voted Monday to purchase up to 125 acres at $46,000 per acre. The site will be used to build a new high school if voters approve next year.

Johnston School Board Eyes Land Purchase for High School Site

The Johnston school board will discuss an agreement to purchase 125 acres for the site of a new high school. The board meets at 6 tonight.

Johnston Comunity Education's Project Share Aims to Help Less Fortunate

Before you head out on Black Friday, pick up a Twinkle Card to help a child in the Johnston school district enjoy the holidays.

Five Things For Johnston Wednesday: No School, Happy Travels

It's the middle of the week, but the long weekend is upon us. See what's happening in Johnston Wednesday.

Project Share Spreads Holiday Cheer to Johnston Families

Project Share helps provide a happy holiday for families in the Johnston school district.

Five Things For Johnston Tuesday: Swimming, Basketball and Showers

It's a short work week, but there's no shortage of things happening in Johnston. See what's in store for your Tuesday.

Pet Supply Drive a Hit With Summit Middle School Students

Students at Summit Middle School in Johnston donate to the fourth year of the pet supply drive.

Mark Your Calendars: Holiday Events at Johnston Schools

There are a number of events coming up to celebrate the winter season.

Johnston High School Students Sort Scavenger Goods

Several Johnston High School students took part in the annual Scavenger Hunt for Canned Goods on Tuesday night.

Johnston School Board Approves Proceeding With New High School

The board approved a plan Monday to move forward with a new high school, but there are still several pieces left to decide.

Johnston High School Students Hunt for Canned Goods Tuesday Night

The Johnston High School student council is sponsoring the annual Scavenger Hunt for Canned Goods for a local pantry.

Johnston School Board Expected to Proceed With New High School Plan

The Johnston school board could procee with plans for a new high school and schedule additional work sessions at tonight's meeting.

Iowa Gold Star Military Museum in Johnston Celebrates Veterans

The museum at Camp Dodge welcomed students and the public for a celebration Friday that included patriotic songs.

Summit Middle School Students Pay Tribute to Johnston Veterans

The school held two assemblies in celebration of veterans on Friday.

Campaigning Starts Young For Horizon Elementary Students

Students at Horizon Elementary in Johnston are vying for representation on the school's first student council.

Beaver Creek Second-Graders Explore the Past at Living History Farms

Second-graders spent the day learning the ins and outs of living in the 1900s.

Johnston School Board Closer to Decisions on New High School, Renovations

The Johnston school board met for a work session Wednesday to discuss options for a new high school, repurposing existing buildings and a timeline for bond issues.

Johnston School Board to Discuss Facility Plans Tonight

A work session tonight will once again discuss the district's future facility plans.

Lady Dragons End Season on High Note at State Cross Country Meet

The Johnston Dragons girls' cross country team recorded a new best team score on Saturday in Fort Dodge.

Johnston Mentor Program Has Something for Everyone

JUMP matches students with community volunteers to foster relationships and support students.

Johnston's Halloween Weekend Is Packed With Events

There are a number of Halloween activities on the agenda for the next several days.

Johnston Students Celebrate Red Ribbon Week

Lawson Elementary students use sidewalk chalk to show their drug-free attitudes.

Johnston School Board Approves Contract With Teaching Channel, Sarah Wessling

A Teaching Channel project will film the 2010 National Teacher of the Year, Johnston's Sarah Wessling, for an online series teaching professional development.

Johnston School Board Sets Work Session to Discuss Facilty Plans

The Johnston school board took a small step Monday night in its plans for the district's facility needs.

Kumon Honors Johnston, West Des Moines, Waukee and Urbandale Students

More than 200 people were in attendance when students from the Johnston and West Des Moines Kumon centers were honored.

Johnston School Board to Discuss Facilities, Peer Program

Facility options will again be reviewed Monday, including a recommended new high school to house grades.s 10-12.

PHOTOS: Rams Slay Dragons, 46-0

Johnston is shut out on the road against a tough Southeast Polk team. Still, the Dragons face rival Urbandale in the playoffs on Wednesday.

Every Minute Counts in Johnston High School's Fall Play

The production, "The Iliad, The Odyssey, and All of Greek Mythology in 99 Minutes or Less" means cast and crew must stay on their toes to avoid running out of time when the curtains rise tonight.

Beaver Creek Second-Grader Get Hands-On With Insects

Second-grade students at Beaver Creek Elementary experienced creepy, crawly insects in the classroom on Oct. 6.

Johnston Middle School Yearbook Seeks Photos

Students on the Johnston yearbook staff are asking the community to upload photos for possible use in this year's book.

Johnston Middle School Students Are "Boss For A Day"

Three Johnston Middle School students received a behind-the-scenes look at the court system.

Johnston Volleyball Goes Pink...and Blue

The Johnston Volleyball team held their fourth annual Dig Pink event on Tuesday night to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer. This year they added blue to the color scheme, to honor assistant coach Lacey Fulton's battle with colon cancer.

Johnston School Board Recommends Pursuing New High School

The Board of Education moves forward with a recommendation to build a new 10-12 grade building, while repurposing additional buildings.

Johnston Girls' Cross Country Focuses on Improvement

Last season the Johnston girls finished 14th at the state meet. Although they'd love to place in the top 10 this season, they'll be happy with any finish, as long as they save their best for last.

Johnston Dragons Football Faces Grueling Final Stretch

The Johnston football team has had a bizarre season already. The Dragons will face two ranked foes in Ankeny and Southeast Polk.

PHOTOS: Recycled Materials Gain New Life as Student Art

Fifth-graders at Timber Ridge Elementary School design and make papier mache masks in Emily Slattery's art class.

VIDEO: Timber Ridge Students Make Papier Mache Masks

Fifth-graders create masks using recycled materials in Emily Slattery's art class.