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September 15, 2014

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Superintendent's 
Staff Welcome to the 2014-15 School Year


Once a year, over 530 staff members from across the Blaine County School District gather together to kick-off the new school year.  The Staff Welcome to the 2014-15 School Year included a keynote address from Superintendent Dr. GwenCarol Holmes.  Find out what she had to say about the United States of America, public education, and the opportunities that lie ahead in Blaine County for 21st Century teaching and learning.

Student Spotlight

Meet Wood River High School senior Callie Weber in the Weekly Sun's Student Spotlight.


Each week, Jonathan Kane will be profiling a local high-school student. If you know someone you'd like to see featured, e-mail [email protected].


Read the full article here.

Board Accolade 

Each month at regular Board of Trustees meetings, Board members recognize staff, students and community members for their contribution to the Blaine County School District.  This month, Dale Martin received a Board Accolade from Relay for Life. 

 

To Blaine County School District and Superintendent,


I am the staff partner for the Relay For Life of Blaine County with the American Cancer Society.  I would like to send my gratitude and thanks to the School District for being a consistent supporter for our cause.  We truly enjoy having the event at Wood River high School and working with Dale Martin.

Read the rest of the accolade here.

Want to nominate someone for a Board Accolade? Click here

Bring a Parent to Lunch Day

Thursday, September 25


Alturas Elementary, 11:25 a.m.

Bellevue Elementary, 10:50 a.m.

Carey Elementary, 11:00 a.m.

Hemingway Elementary 10:50 a.m

 

Featuring fruit from Idaho Bounty, Whole Wheat Spaghetti with Italian Meat Sauce, Garden Chef Salad and Yogurt and Fruit Parfait with Granola.

 

Elementary School Lunch Menu

 

Bring a Parent Flyer

 

Your Questions about the
Student Wellness Policy Answered

Is it true that chocolate donuts are sold at secondary schools?


Yes, chocolate donuts and other snacks are available for purchase at secondary schools in an A La Carte section of the cafeteria.   All of the A La Carte items will meet the new federal nutrition guidelines by the end of the school year. Baked goods will still be available for purchase but they will contain Whole Grains.


Help!  What should I bring for my child's birthday celebration next week?


How about fruit with whipped cream?  Or muffins baked with whole wheat flour and fruit?  See the Student Wellness flyer below for more information and other healthy snack suggestions.


Do snacks and food for celebrations need to be store-bought?


No.  There is nothing in the updated Blaine County School District Student Wellness Policy that states that snacks or food for celebrations needs to be store-bought.  

Read the full Student Wellness flyer here.

Idaho Public Health Officials Closely Monitor Respiratory Infections


Parents should be watchful of their children, especially if children have an underlying health condition such as asthma or a lung disease. If a child is ill and begins to have trouble breathing or is wheezing, parents should contact their healthcare provider immediately.

 

Enteroviruses are transmitted through close contact with an infected person or by touching surfaces that are contaminated by the virus and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes.  Symptoms of enterovirus illness include fever, runny nose, sneezing, coughing and body aches. There is no vaccine, but people can protect themselves and others by washing their hands frequently, covering their cough and staying home when sick. 

Click here for more information.

 

Do The Right Thing - Nomination Deadline Monday, October 6


 
Have you seen a student Do The Right Thing recently?  Nominate a student for positive behavior.  Any student from any school in Blaine County can be nominated.  Nominations can come from anyone in the community.  Fill out this easy nomination form by Monday, October 6. 

 

 

Concerned About Drug and Alcohol Use Among Youth?  


Come hear Chris Herren on Thursday, September 18, at the Community School Theater, 6:30 p.m. Free of charge.
 

More info here.

 

Blaine County Comprehensive Plan Needs Your Input: Take a 5 Minute Survey

Blaine County has an important project underway:  the Comprehensive Plan update.  The Plan is a visionary document that serves as a foundation for future decisions on land use, infrastructure, services, recreation, natural areas and more.  This survey will take about 5 minutes to complete, and will help us develop the best Comprehensive Plan possible!  Thank you so much!

 

Survey - English

Survey - Espa�ol 

Issue: 127

In this Issue:
Superintendent Keynote Address
Student Spotlight
Board Accolade
Bring a Parent to Lunch Day
Your Questions about the Wellness Policy Answered
Idaho Public Health Officials Closely Monitor Respiratory Infections
Do The Right Thing
Concerned About Drug and Alcohol Use Among Youth?
Blaine County Comprehensive Plan Needs Your Input

 Note the Date

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WRMS Open House
Tuesday, September 16
6:30-8:00 p.m.

Financial Committee
Wednesday,
September 17
4:00 p.m.
District Office

Alturas Elementary Open House, Curriculum Night, Barbecue
Wednesday, 
September 17
5:30 p.m.

Blaine County Drug Coalition presents
Chris Herren
Thursday, September 18
6:30 p.m.
Community School Theater

Bellevue Elementary Open House
Thursday, September 18
6:00-7:30 p.m.

Hailey Elementary Open House
Thursday, September 18
6:00-7:00 p.m.

Child Find Developmental Screenings
Tuesday, September 23
12:00-7:00 p.m.

Wood River High School
Open House
Wednesday, 
September 24
6:30-8:00 p.m.

Bring a Parent to Lunch Day
Thursday, September 25

Alturas, 11:25 a.m.

Bellevue, 10:50 a.m.

Carey, 11:00 a.m.

Hemingway,10:50 a.m.

Do The Right Thing Nomination Deadline
Monday, October 6




BCSD Strategic Plan

  

Not familiar with the BCSD Strategic Plan or need an update? Click below.

  

BCSD Strategic Plan  

 


 

School Board Members 

Board Chair

Shawn Bennion 

(Zone 1)

 

Board Vice-Chair

Kathyrn Graves

(Zone 3)

 
Trustee
Kathy Baker
(Zone 2)

 
Trustee
Rick Roberts
(Zone 4)


 

Trustee

Liz Schwerdtle  

(Zone 5)

   

For more information visit the School Board section 
on our website

 


 

Superintendent

Dr. GwenCarol Holmes

 


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