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BCSD Receives National Award for Transparency
Board Chairman Steve Guthrie announced last week that the Blaine County School District received the Sunny Award for transparent government websites. BCSD is one of only 247 of schools, counties, cities or other government organizations in the country to receive the award.
For the 2013 awards, editors at the Sunshine Review analyzed more than 1,000 qualifying government websites (out of 7,000 monitored regularly) and graded each on a 10-point transparency checklist. Editors looked at content available on government websites against what should be provided. They sought information on items such as budgets, meetings, lobbying, financial audits, contracts, academic performance, public records and taxes. The winners of the Sunny Award all received an "A" grade during the extensive grading process. The Blaine County School District received and A-. Click to read more |
Science Materials Adoption Open House
Thursday, April 25, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Community Campus, Minnie Moore Room
Learn about the materials teachers in all grades will use next year to bring these science to life in the classroom. Come see the new science materials. On Thursday, April 25, from 6:00-8:00 p.m., the public is invited to learn about the science materials selected by the Science Materials Adoption Task Force.
Director of Curriculum, Learning and Instruction Dr. Kathleen Budge will give a brief overview of the adoption process and the public will be invited to tour various stations to explore the new materials. This is in advance of the adoption slated for the May Board of Trustees meeting. Spanish translation will be provided.
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Kindergarten in BCSD
What happens in a Kindergarten classroom?
Kindergarten is a crucial year in a child's educational journey. Kindergartners have different needs than preschoolers, but Kindergarten is not "first grade made a bit easier." Kindergartners need an educational approach that is developmentally appropriate. They need time to learn from play, choices in their daily routine, and teachers who are responsive to their individual needs. There is a reason Robert Fulghum's book All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten was a best seller. Hailey Elementary Kindergarten teacher Becca Pierce pictured above.
Click here for a few curricular highlights.
Do you have questions about preschool or Kindergarten?
Contact your neighborhood school for information. Any one of our principals will be happy to speak to you about Kindergarten. And it's not too late to register!
Carey School: 578-5040 or 823-4391 Principal John Peck
Bellevue Elementary: 578-5080, Principal Angie Martinez
Hailey Elementary: 578-5070, Principal Tom Bailey
Woodside Elementary: 578-5090, Principal Brad Henson
Hemingway Elementary: 578-5050, Principal Don Haisley
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Student Spotlight
 Meet Eli McNees in the Weekly Sun's Student Spotlight.
Each week, Jonathan Kane will be profiling a local high-school student. If you know someone you would like to see featured, email leslie@theweeklysun.com
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BCSD Partner Highlight: Footlight Dance and the No More Bullies Project
Educators and parents know that students can only grow and thrive in a safe and secure learning environment. Bullying is an on-going year-round topic in the Blaine County School District. Our dedicated school social workers address grade level and age appropriate topics with the goal of encouraging students to be empathetic up-standers rather than by-standers or bullies.
Many partners work with BCSD toward the common goal of ending bullying in the schools. Find out how BCSD partnered with Footlight Dance to energize students and inspire No More Bullies.
Click to view the video
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Alcohol Awareness Month: Idaho Drug Free Youth
This month is Alcohol Awareness Month. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) founded Alcohol Awareness Month in 1987 to "increase public awareness and
understanding aimed at reducing the stigma that too often prevents individuals and families from seeking help." It is the goal of Idaho Drug Free Youth (IDFY) to not only raise awareness about the dangers of alcoholism but also put on a few events in conjunction with the month. Click to read more
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Note the Date
Friday, April 19
Idaho Drug Free Youth "Reality Party"
Thursday, April 25
Science Adoption Open House
BCSD Strategic Plan
Not familiar with the BCSD Strategic Plan or need an update? Click below.
BCSD Strategic Plan
School Board Members
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)
on our website
Superintendent
Dr. Lonnie Barber
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