Twin Falls School District

🎉 Congratulations, Stephanie Banse Olsen – Classified Employee of the Month! 🎉
Stephanie is a Behavior Para at Sawtooth Elementary School, and we’re proud to celebrate her as October Employee of the Month.

Originally from Twin Falls, Stephanie enjoys hiking, camping, and dreams of visiting all the National Parks one day. Described best as determined, she finds inspiration from the kids she works with and her co-workers. Stephanie believes this career chose her.

When asked what the best day at work is, she simply said:
“Every day is the best day. It’s all about perception.”

💬 One thing most people don’t know? Probably her age!
🐾 Pet peeve? When people don’t make an effort.
💖 Legacy? Being remembered as someone always willing to help.

📣 Principal Note:
Our behavior paraprofessional, Stephanie Banse Olson, is a constant source of positivity and support throughout the school. Always cheerful and ready to lend a hand, she steps in wherever needed with a calm, capable presence that makes a difference for both students and staff. Her strong skills in behavior intervention are matched by her unwavering focus on what’s best for each student, and she approaches every situation with patience, care, and professionalism. Whether she’s supporting a classroom, de-escalating a tough moment, or simply offering encouragement, she brings a positive energy that uplifts those around her and helps create a more supportive, student-centered environment.

Please join us in celebrating Stephanie and thanking her for all she does! 🌟👏
#ClassifiedEmployeeOfTheMonth #TeamSawtooth #WeLoveOurParas #ThankYouStephanie

MVHS’s Bri and Alexa, along with TFHS’s Hazel, recently attended a Professional Women in Building event where they got hands-on experience and learned all about plumbing, sprinkler systems, garage doors, electrical work, and tires! 🛠️💡🚪

The students loved learning more about careers in these fields.. 👷‍♀️✨

#WomenInTrades #FutureBuilders #CareerExploration #SkilledTrades #MVHS #TFHS #PWB #HandsOnLearning #EmpowerHer

📣 Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences! 📝

📌 No School October 23–24 for most students.
📍MVHS Will be in session on Oct. 23.

#TFSD #ParentTeacherConference #StudentSuccess #FamilyEngagement #NoSchoolAlert

On Monday, September 22, Rock Creek hosted its first Vertical Teaming Day — and it was a hit! Students rotated through fun, active stations like soccer, four-square, hula hoops, stretching, and frisbee, all while building teamwork and having fun outdoors. ☀️🏃‍♂️💫

The event was organized by Miss Kinsey Isham and supported by our amazing specials teachers, paras, and parent volunteers — thank you all! 🙌

While students enjoyed the activities, grade-level teachers collaborated with administration during PLCs to align on standards and set SMART goals for student success.

Way to go, Rock Creek! 💪📚💙

#RockCreekElementary #VerticalTeaming #StudentSuccess #ActiveLearning #SMARTGoals #PLCsInAction #ThankYouVolunteers

🧵💖 A big Thank You to the Community Quilters for donating beautiful handmade quilts to Perrine Elementary! These cozy creations, in a variety of sizes, will be put to great use wherever they’re needed most.

A special shoutout to our amazing 4th-grade students who helped display the quilts for photos.

#CommunitySupport #PerrineElementary #Gratitude #QuiltDonation #Teamwork #ThankYou

Ms. Leavitt’s Intro to Ag students and FFA members represented CRHS at the Regional Soils Contest, earning an impressive 4th place overall — great job, team! 👏🌍

Meanwhile, our Animal Science students got hands-on with a cow heart dissection, exploring anatomy and learning how blood flows through the heart. 🫀🔬

#CRHS #FFA #AgEducation #STEMLearning #FutureFarmers #HandsOnScience #StudentSuccess

🏈 At The Service Bowl at TFHS! CRHS and TFHS came together for more than just a football game — we united as a community to honor our veterans and first responders.

A heartfelt thank you to the TFHS Chamber Singers for their beautiful performance of the National Anthem, and to the students, parents, faculty, and special guests.

👏 Your support and spirit made The Service Bowl a powerful celebration of service, sacrifice, and school pride!

#ServiceBowl #TFHS #CRHS #HonorAndRespect #CommunityStrong #ThankYouVets #FirstResponders

Start the day the smart way! ☀️ School breakfast is a crucial start for a day of learning.

A typical TFSD breakfast is made up of:

Grains & Meats (40%)

Fruit (40%)

Milk (20%)

Thank you to our amazing staff for getting our students fueled up every morning! 💖 #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #SchoolBreakfast #TFSD #BreakfastIsKey #FuelForLearning

TFHS is hosting the Magic Valley College & Career Tech Fair on Oct. 22nd from 11 am-4:30 pm. All Magic Valley students and parents are invited to attend.

🎉 Game on! 🏈
Canyon Ridge High School will host the Southeast Unified Champion Schools Flag Football Competition on November 4, with opening ceremonies starting at 9:30 AM.

Fans are encouraged to join in the fun — just bring a chair and your loudest cheers! 🙌

Unified Sports are designed for students with diverse abilities to play alongside their general education peers, promoting inclusion, teamwork, and school spirit. ❤️

Here’s hoping for perfect football weather! ☀️

In 4th grade at Pillar Falls, students are learning about Natural Disasters and how communities help each other stay safe. To bring the lesson to life, Mrs. Hulet and Mrs. Vining shared Avalanche Bags and demonstrated how they help keep people safe while riding snowmobiles. Hands-on learning makes a big impact!

#TFSDProud

Ever wonder what goes into a balanced school lunch? 🧐

Our TFSD lunches are planned to provide the perfect mix of nutrients, including:

Grains (25%)

Meats (25%)

Veggies (25%)

Milk (12.5%)

Fruit (12.5%)

It's about great taste and great nutrition! #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #HealthyEating #SchoolLunchFacts #TFSDNutrition

📢 Press Release: Incident Report at Canyon Ridge High School

Earlier today, at approximately 1140 hours, a phone call was received by the Twin Falls City Communication Center on a non-emergency line. The male caller claimed to be in a bathroom on campus and that he had a gun. The caller spoke with a thick accent and was unable to provide dispatch with coherent information.



In response to this call, dispatch contacted Canyon Ridge High School and requested a lockdown as a precautionary measure. Officers responded promptly to the school and coordinated with the school administration to ensure the safety of all students and staff.



After a thorough search, it was confirmed that there was no threat present on campus. We want to extend our gratitude to the staff and students at Canyon Ridge High School for their quick and composed response to the situation.



We remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of our community and will continue to work closely with local schools to maintain a safe environment for all.

CRHS students have been released for lunch. Classes will continue as normal this afternoon. Thank you to the TFPD for their quick response in ensuring the safety of our campuses.

CRHS has been checked by law enforcement, and all areas of the building are safe. Law enforcement continues to verify that this report was, in fact, a false report. We will continue to keep you informed as the CRHS campus returns to normal. The lockdown will be lifted momentarily.

CRHS is on lockdown due to a call to dispatch that appears to be a swatting report. Emergency responders are on campus. We will provide additional information as soon as it becomes available.

Last month our secondary teachers were hard at work with Dr. Alcock this week, digging into curriculum mapping. 📚✏️ This process helps ensure that learning is aligned, consistent, and sets students up for success across all grade levels and subjects. Big thanks to our teachers for the thoughtful planning that keeps student learning at the center of everything we do!

What's a student favorite? We know! 😉

The 3 Most Popular Meals in the TFSD are:

Chicken Nuggets and Mac & Cheese

Pizza

Breakfast for Lunch

Which one is your favorite? Tell us in the comments! 👇 #NationalSchoolLunchWeek #SchoolLunchFavorites #TFSD #StudentFuel #PizzaDay