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October 25, 2011

National School Bus Safety Week 
Blaine County School District recognized National School Bus Safety Week through various activities at the schools, as well as a breakfast where bus drivers and transportation staff were recognized.
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   1915 School Bus           1927 School Bus         Current School Bus
Fun Facts about Public School Transportation
  • How many students are transported daily? 1,130 students 
  • What are the total miles BCSD buses travel in one year taking students to school? 334,766 miles 
  • What are the total miles BCSD buses travel for field trips? 59,321 miles 
  • How many gallons of fuel are used? 42,185
  • What are the combined years of experience for 37 staff members? 467.7 years
For more see FULL STORY.
Speech and Debate Team Top 10% Nationwide 
ImageThe Wood River High School Speech and Debate Team earned significant recognition by the National Forensic League, the oldest and largest interscholastic forensic organization. The WRHS team placed in the top 10% of NFL chapters nationwide and earned membership in the NFL's prestigious 100 Club. According to the NFL, "this milestone is remarkable because it demonstrates outstanding commitment to teaching students essential life skills - including communication, research, listening, writing, and organization." Congratulations to Susan Worst, WRHS Speech and Debate Coach, and the entire WRHS Speech and Debate Team.
Dixie Band Performs at Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree 
Wood River High School's eight-member Dixie Band performed at the Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree. The Dixie Band opened the Jazz Jamboree for enthusiastic crowds.  "We've participated for about ten years now, and each year the level of involvement increases," said WRHS band teacher Tony Randall...FULL STORY
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Issue: 21 

In This Issue
National School Bus Safety Week
Speech and Debate Team Top 10% Nationwide
Dixie Band Performs at Sun Valley Jazz Jamboree


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Board Chair
 Steve Guthrie 

(Zone 2) 

 

Vice Chair
Don Nurge 

(Zone 5) 

 

Trustee

Paul Bates 

(Zone 4)

 

Trustee

Shawn Bennion 

(Zone 1)

 

Trustee

Kathryn Graves 

(Zone 3)  

 

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