🎉⚽️Check out these fantastic pictures from our Unified Soccer event! Thank you to the peer partners, enthusiastic crowds, fans, and supportive parents for making it a memorable day! 🙌❤️
#UnifiedSoccer #CRHS #Teamwork #CommunitySupport #Inclusion
📢 Reminder: MVHS will be in session Thursday, October 24th.
Enjoy the long weekend and stay safe! 🎉✨
🌟🚶♂️ National Walk to School Day with Timber! 🚶♀️🌟
The Oregon Trail PTA has been busy spreading love and joy among our students! 🎉 Oregon Trail celebrated National Walk to School Day with their mascot, Timber!
But that’s not all! 🍿 Students were surprised with with a FREE popcorn day !
A big shoutout to all the parents, teachers, and volunteers . ❤️✨
#OregonTrailPTA #NationalWalkToSchoolDay #TimberTheMascot #PopcornDay #CommunityLove
Over the next two weeks, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
Why does the TFSD need a supplemental levy?
The Twin Falls School District has been utilizing a supplemental levy for 12 years. Originally the district pursued the levy during the Great Recession to help keep district programs whole as state funding decreased. State funding has increased to pre-recession levels but increased costs continue to put pressure on the District to maintain programs solely on state funding. The levy does not supplement but rather is part of the operational budget to continue to offer the current level of programming and support for students. This includes:
safe and secure school facilities with school staff members directly responsible for ensuring students are safe;
ideal class sizes where teachers can teach effectively and all students are provided the attention and support they need;
engaging activities for students with a wide variety of interests that do not require upfront payment for students to be able to participate;
sufficient numbers of staff members focused on supporting all aspects of the school operations so that teachers can focus on teaching.
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
🎉🐾The Bickel Bobcats had a blast honoring National Security Guard Day by sporting their Paw Patrol attire! 🐶👮♂️ It was a fun way to show appreciation for the important work that security guards do in our community.
Thanks for being such great role models, Bobcats!
#BickelBobcats #NationalSecurityGuardDay #PawPatrol #CommunityHeroes #SchoolSpirit
🏆⛳️ Huge congratulations to the Boys and Girls Golf Teams at TFHS for winning districts! We can’t wait to see you shine at state! 🌟
Also, a big shoutout to the CRHS Girl’s Golf Team for qualifying for the 6A State Golf Tournament!
Good luck to all our talented golfers! 🎉👏
#TFHSGolf #CRHSGolf #DistrictChampions #StateBound #GolfStrong
🌍🔬Mr. Dunn's 7th-grade Life Science students are hard at work examining fossils as they dive into the Cross Cutting Concept of "Patterns." 🦴✨
Not only are they uncovering the secrets of the past, but they’re also busy creating science journals to document their findings and enhance their understanding of the natural world. 📚🔍
Keep up the great work, students! Your curiosity and dedication are inspiring!
#OLEaryMiddleSchool #LifeScience #FutureScientists #LearningThroughDiscovery
🌟 Campus Clean Up Success at Perrine Elementary! 🌟
On September 23, 2024, Perrine Elementary held a fantastic Campus Clean Up! Huge thanks to the Twin Falls YSA 2nd Ward members and our amazing staff who volunteered. 🙌💪
The front entrance and garden beds look incredible thanks to your hard work! 🌼✨ Let’s keep our school beautiful!
#PerrineElementary #CommunityService #CampusCleanUp #Grateful #SchoolPride
🎭✨ Get ready for a spine-chilling night! Join the Magic Valley High School Drama Club for "Haunted High School: Hotel Magic Mania" on Saturday, October 26th, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at 512 Main Ave N, Twin Falls, ID 83301.
👻 This is a one-night-only event, and it's perfect for all ages! Admission is FREE (donations welcome).
🎃 Don’t miss out on the thrills and chills—come see what spooky surprises await!
Be there... and be scared! 👻✨
💡 Special thanks to Edge Event Production for the lighting!
🌟We were proud to have two students from TFHS and two students from MVHS recently participate in The Building an Empowered Woman Event! The focus was on empowering women from the inside out, equipping them with the skills and confidence to tackle challenges with determination. 💪✨
Thank you to all the sponsors ❤️
#EmpoweredWomen #TFHS #MVHS #CommunitySupport #Inspiration #BuildingConfidence
🌟 Rock Creek Field trip to Tubbs Berry Farm. 🎉
Rock Creek first graders enjoyed a fun-filled day at Tubbs Berry Farm. They learned about bees, berries, pumpkins, and farm animals. They also got to enjoy everything from hayrides to swooshing down giant slides, they climbed hay towers, navigated corn mazes, rolled in giant tubes, and climbed onto saddles. They even had a chance to feed the pigs, sheep, and a calf! 🐖🐑🐄
A huge thank you to our wonderful parent volunteers ! ❤️ We couldn’t have done it without you!
#FieldTripFun #LearningThroughPlay #RockCreekFirstGraders
✨This dedicated student at CRHS truly loves being involved in hoisting the flag on the track! He takes his role very seriously, showcasing pride and respect. 🙌❤️
#CRHS #FlagBearer #SchoolPride #Dedication
Felicitations Amber Sklavos, Classified Employee of the Month for October! Amber is an Attendance Secretary at Robert Stuart Middle School.
The best word that describes Amber is compassionate, she would like to be remembered as an honest and caring person. One of her pet peeves is dishonesty. She is originally from Rupert Idaho, and she draws her inspiration from her kids and husband. She is very family oriented and her favorite hobby is to travel and see new places with her family. A bucket list item she has is to go to Norway or Alaska and see the Northern Lights. She chose her career because she wanted to be on the same schedule as her kids, and have summers and breaks off with them. Her best day on the job is any day that she is able to make a connection with a student and they leave the office feeling heard and better about their situation. Something interesting that people don’t know about Amber is she has never had a sense of smell.
Principal Note:
Amber is always eager to help and a key member of the office staff. She maintains a smile even when I suspect that her to-do list is overwhelming. She is patient and kind with everyone who comes into the office. We are so glad that Amber has become a member of our RSMS family!
💇♀️🎉We’re thrilled to announce that three TFHS students have been awarded the Careers That Work Scholarship for $1,000 each to attend an Idaho Cosmetology School! 🎓✨
Congratulations to Danyelle Stoneberg, Nevaeh Andrade, and Jane Boren!
#TFHS #CareersThatWork #FutureCosmetologists #ScholarshipWinners #ProudMoment
A pat on the back for Kyle Miller, October Certified Employee of the Month! He is a Physical Education Teacher at Sawtooth Elementary.
Kyle is originally from Caldwell Idaho. He chose his career as a Physical Education teacher because of the amazing influences he has had throughout his life, the discipline of Physical Education and how it impacts every aspect of a students life. For him, teaching a student the basic fundamentals of physical activity means they are not only learning to live a physically healthier life and participate in physical activity, but increasing social skills, emotional regulation, and cognitive ability. He draws his inspiration from the great teachers he has been surrounded by his entire life. In high school, he had a particular teacher and football coach, Coach Mc Gee, who pushed him to be the best he could be and was the main influence for him becoming a PE teacher. He also watched his aunt put everything into teaching and he was inspired by the great professors at The University of IdahoI to strive for knowledge. The word that best describes him is intentional and he would like to be remembered for the connections he has made and the laughter that comes with it. As he says, "Life's not always fun, but it sure can be funny!”. His hobbies are fishing and cooking and something people don’t often know about him is that he is an outstanding cook and he plays the cello. His biggest pet peeve is when his phone somehow knows what he is about to search for on Google. Someday he would like to Bowfish an alligator gar in Texas. The best day on the job for Kyle was when Dr. Dickinson, in an admin meeting, said “Not only does Kyle have the best beard in the district, but he and his wife just had their 2nd kid a week ago!” Way to go Kyle!
Principal Note:
Kyle Miller has been an amazing addition to Sawtooth. He brings a wonderful energy and light-hearted spirit that is infectious! He is a great out of the box thinker, and the first to step in to help make our school amazing. Parents, students, and staff appreciate his dedication to the Sawtooth community. Sawtooth is a better place because of Mr. Miller.
Congratulations Taylor Hall for being the Certified Employee of the Month for October. She is a Math Teacher at RSMS.
Taylor was born and raised here in Twin Falls. She chose her career because she has always loved to help people learn new things. She loves seeing students get that “lightbulb” moment in math. The best word she feels to describe her is “genuine” and she would like to be remembered as a teacher that cared about her students. Her best day on the job is the last day of school because it is when she gets to see all her former students and talk to them. She often doesn't see former students in the halls, so she loves seeing them and hearing about their lives and listening to the 8th graders talk about how excited they are to go to high school. She always gets a little emotional thinking about all the growth they have done in the short time she has known them. She draws her inspiration from Mrs. Blank, her elementary school teacher from 5th and 6th grade. Mrs. Blank was an amazing teacher, and Taylor still remembers how much she cared about her students. Something not many people know about Taylor is that she has played the violin for 16 years. Her favorite hobby is crocheting . One thing she would like to do is go to a sky lantern festival.
Principal Note:
First and foremost, Taylor is an outstanding teacher! She creates a warm and accepting culture of learning within her classroom, while holding students to high standards of achievement. Both as a teacher and as a colleague, she connects with people easily. She builds strong relationships with her students and uses that to encourage students to strive to be their best. She models her high expectations of conduct in all of her tasks. With her peers, she is highly respected. She is a natural leader and colleagues often seek her input. We have been blessed to have Taylor as a part of our RSMS family for the last year!
🌟🌾Fourteen CRHS AG students recently participated in Range Days, diving deep into plant identification, stocking rates, soil, and so much more! 🌱📊
Not only did they learn valuable skills, but they also showcased their knowledge in a fun range-related competition. 🎉👏
#CRHSAG #RangeDays #FutureFarmers #LearningInAction #ProudToBeAG
✨🍗The TFHS Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy gave away over 720 Chick-Fil-A books to local elementary schools, The Boys & Girls Club, and The Magic Valley Children's Museum! 📚❤️
Our advisory students had a blast reading to the kindergarteners at Sawtooth Elementary! Thank you to Mrs. Amelia Johnson for welcoming them into her classroom and making this experience possible. 🙌🎉
It’s incredible to see our students positively impact the community while fostering a love for reading!
#TFHSLeadership #ChickFilA #ReadingRocks #CommunityLove #ThankYouTeachers
🌟👫🎉Some happy friends at Lincoln Elementary, who are making the most of their time on the Buddy Bench! 🛋️😊 The Buddy Bench is the perfect spot for finding new friends and sharing smiles.
#LincolnElementary #BuddyBench #NewSchoolYear #MakeNewFriends #KindnessMatters
