WRMS Students Give Back to Senior Citizens
Friday, May 17, 2013
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What would the world be like if every child knew they had the power to make a difference in the life of another person? How is generosity and kindness taught and learned? How does it begin and grow? These are the questions that started the Wood River Foundation’s WOW-Students Project. Wood River Middle School Students learned the power of generosity last week when they gave a $6,000 check to the Blaine County Senior Center.
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Board Accolades
Friday, May 17, 2013
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Woodside Elementary Teachers Amy Sauvageau and Katharine Oliver Receive Board Accolades.
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National Spanish Exams
Friday, May 03, 2013
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Congratulations
to several Dual Immersion 8th grade students from Wood River Middle
School who attained national recognition for excellent performance on
the 2013 National Spanish Exams.
Thirty-six
students took the National Spanish Exam and twenty-six of them earned
national recognition. Students earned a total of 6 gold (95% or higher),
9 silver (85–94%), and 1 bronze medal (75–84%) along with 10 honorable
mentions.
“Attaining
a medal or honorable mention for any student on the National Spanish
Examinations is very prestigious,” said Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National
Director of the Exams, “because the exams are the largest of their kind
in the United States with over 156,000 students participating in 2013.”
Wood River Middle School students were the only ones representing the state of Idaho.
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National Latin Exams
Friday, May 03, 2013
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And in Latin, 11 students from Wood River High
School’s Latin I class took the National Latin Exam for the first time
in the history of the school and one student, Lidija Jurovich, earned
Cum Laude. WRHS Latin students were joined by over 154,000 others from
all 50 states and 15 foreign countries.
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Student Helps the Advocates with Carpentry for Children
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
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WRHS student Taylor Berntson describes herself as
community-minded. "When I was thinking about my Senior Project, I knew I
wanted to give back to this community before I left for college." So
when she decided to design and build a children's table, she immediately
thought of the Advocates. "The Advocates was the prominent organization
that I knew of that's helping people in the valley.
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Hailey Elementary Science Fair a Success
Monday, April 01, 2013
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The Hailey PTA organized a Science Fair last month. Principal Tom Bailey wrote, “This is a great event that allows us to showcase exceptional examples of 21st century learning.”
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Choir Concerts Tonight and Tomorrow – Including Song of Democracy and others
Friday, March 15, 2013
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Three choral groups from Wood River High School, Spiritus, Carmina Montis, and Morning Blend will present a concert on Monday and Tuesday, March 18 and 19, at 7 pm at the Wood River High School Performing Arts Theater in the Blaine County Community Campus. The concert, conducted by instructor Max Stimac, will feature major works from the classical repertoire, and be presented in its entirety on both nights.
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BCSD Partner Highlight: PAN BC
Friday, March 15, 2013
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In 2012, PAN BC approached the Blaine County School District Board of Trustees and administrators to discuss weed and pest control as well as Integrated Pest Management (IPM) policies and procedures. Throughout the last year, and many phone calls, meetings and emails, the Blaine County School District and PAN BC are working toward an understanding of present practices and future policies and procedures.
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Weekly Sun: Student Spotlight
Friday, March 08, 2013
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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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Board of Trustees Election
Friday, March 08, 2013
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Board of Trustees Elections for Zones 2 and 4 will be held on May 21.
Candidate Filing Deadline: Friday, March 22 at 5:00 p.m.
Contact School Board Clerk Laurie Kaufman at 5478-5003 or lkaufman@blaineschools.org for a Declaration of Candidacy.
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Staff Collaboration Day Recap
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
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Staff held a Professional Collaboration Day last Friday, February 15. What did educators do? Read some highlights from various schools below.
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Student Raises Money for Breast Cancer Research
Wednesday, February 13, 2013
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Larissa Roberts used her Senior Project to raise funds for breast cancer research. Expedition Inspiration Board member, Juli Watson remarked, “Larissa proves how one person can make a tremendous difference in our quest to find breast cancer cures.”
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Students Hit the Slopes
Friday, February 08, 2013
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Students hit the slopes this winter, enjoying the beautiful playground in their own backyard. What else would you expect in Sun Valley? Thanks to Sun Valley Company and a myriad of generous local ski stores, volunteers, staff and supporters, every student has a chance to ski every year in Blaine County.
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Common Core State Standards
Friday, February 01, 2013
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How will Common Core State Standards change a teacher’s practice? How will CCSS help students in the long run? What resources exist for parents to learn more about CCSS?
Meet two math and science teachers from Carey School and read how Common Core State Standards impact their teaching and their students. James Morey teaches 7th grade math, 8th grade math, 7th grade life science, Fundamental Algebra, Construction Math, Anatomy and Physiology. Liz Young teacher Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, College Tri/Algebra, Calculus, and Personal Finance.
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BCSD Partner Highlight - WOW Students
Friday, February 01, 2013
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The Blaine County School District is proud to partner with dozens of community organizations to enhance the learning opportunities for students and teachers in Blaine County Schools. Meet WOW Students, one of BCSD’s many wonderful partners.
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