District News

Headlines for February, 2012

February 29th Board Work Session Minutes Available

Wednesday, February 29, 2012

Click to the right to watch the webcast of the Board of Trustees Work Session on Wednesday, February 29, discussing the Program and Facility Audit and the Community Involvement in Textbook Adoptions Proposal.

Click here to view the minutes of the meeting.

BCSD Weekly Update - 2/24/2012

Friday, February 24, 2012

In this Issue: School Calendar: What You Need to Know, Superintendent and Administrator Contracts Renewed, Students Shine at Science Fair, Volunteers Needed for Ski Program, Community Notes

Featured Story: Students Shine at Science Fair - 60 students participated in the Science Fair at Hailey Elementary. The annual event is produced by the Hailey PTA with significant support from teachers. Here, Lydia Morgan and Bailey Cole stand in front of their project, "How Fossils Are Made."...SEE FULL UPDATE

Board of Trustees Approves After-Labor Day Start of School

Wednesday, February 22, 2012

Last night the Board of Trustees approved an after-Labor Day start of school. The decision was based on approximately 100 comments received by staff, parents and community members. Exact days of professional development, early release, vacation, and end date of school will be determined at the Tuesday, March 13 Board of Trustees meeting. Look for more information in this week's BCSD Weekly Update.

Click here to view agenda and listen to the Regular February Board of Trustees Meeting

Friday, February 17, 2012

Click here to view the agenda for the February 21st Board of Trustees meeting.

Click here to listen to an audio recording of the meeting.

We experienced technical difficulties with the full webcast. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience.

BCSD Weekly Update - 2/16/2012

Friday, February 17, 2012

In this Issue: BCSD Board of Trustees Attend Day on the Hill, BCSD Accepted to Idaho Leads Project, Students and Staff Host Sean Covey, Updated School Calendar Information

Featured Story: BCSD Accepted to Idaho Leads Project - The Blaine County School District was accepted to the Idaho Leads Project. A team including a student, parent, teacher and administrators attended the inaugural Idaho Leads Project meeting last week in Boise...SEE FULL UPDATE

"Love What's Real" Teens and Their Dating World: What Role Do Parents Play?

Friday, February 17, 2012

Come hear from local professionals and other parents on topics such as how to help teens identify healthy relationships, prevent dating violence, have conversations with you about abstinence, sexually transmitted diseases, the risks of pregnancy and how to have fun on a date without the influence of drugs and alcohol.

Date: February 22, 2012
Location: Wood River High School Distance Learning Lab
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Cost: Free!!!
Questions? Call: Julie Carney 208-578-5027
RSVP appreciated but not required: 208-578-5027

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION

BCSD Weekly Update - 2/9/2012

Friday, February 10, 2012

In this Issue: Carey Coffee with the Community Date Change, Readers Appreciate Student Success, Footlight Dance Company Tour, School Calendar - Updated Information

Featured Story: School Calendar - Updated Information, The Board of Trustees is charged with deciding the school year calendar. Last year the Board of Trustees approved a one-year school calendar, starting school after Labor Day. The Board of Trustees has many factors and stakeholders to consider when looking at a school calendar...SEE FULL UPDATE

All You Can Eat Crab Feed

Tuesday, February 07, 2012

The Wood River High School Football Team is hosting an All You Can Eat Crab Feed.

Saturday, February 25th, 4:00-9:00 PM
Tickets: $30, Advanced purchase is encouraged.
Tickets can be bought at the WRHS front office.

School Calendar

Thursday, February 02, 2012

The Board of Trustees is charged with deciding the school year calendar. Last year the Board of Trustees approved a one-year school calendar, starting school after Labor Day. The Board of Trustees has many factors and stakeholders to consider when looking at a school calendar. Parents and community members will have an opportunity to voice their opinion through public comment at the Board of Trustees meetings in February and through emails or letters to the Board. Stay tuned to the BCSD Weekly Updates and the website for more information.

BCSD Weekly Update - 2/2/2012

Thursday, February 02, 2012

In this Issue: Students Recognized State-wide, Student Shows Documentary, Volunteers Wanted for Advisory Committee, Learn About International Baccalaureate, Vote for Sustain It

Featured Story: Students Recognized State-wide, Several students have been recognized state-wide recently for their accomplishments in music and the arts. Congratulations to Sarah Arters, Daphne Kirkland, Lauren Lichtenberg, Mykala Mecham (pictured), Emily Parker, Mary Petzke and Adam Potts. To find out what they accomplished...SEE FULL UPDATE