Boone Community School District

Students in the Boone EDGE Adventure Program are gaining real-world experience and building skills for life after high school! 💼

Through this work-based learning program, students spend time each week in internships that match their interests or work in various school-based jobs with coaching support. They also attend weekly classes focused on life skills, soft skills, and career readiness.

Recently, four students secured paid internships with their mentor employers. We’re proud of their hard work and determination! 👏

REMINDER: There will be no school Monday, January 19. This is a teacher professional development day. ✍️

Today’s the day! Stop by Ledges Elementary between 4:30 and 6:00pm to learn about our preschool, transitional kindergarten, and kindergarten programs for 2026-27.

Our staff will be onsite to answer questions and computers will be available for families ready to register. 🖥️

Morning and afternoon preferences will be granted on a first-come, first-served basis.

For more information about our programs, staff, and registration process, visit https://sites.google.com/boone.k12.ia.us/25-26-registrationinfoledges/home.

January is Thank You Month!

We're grateful for our teachers, staff, families, and community partners who work together to support our students. Your contributions make all the difference! 🙏

Get ready to glow, Franklin Elementary! Join us for our Glow Stick Dance and light up the night with music, movement, and fun for all ages. Wear your brightest neon and bring your best dance moves! 🕺✨

🗓️ Thursday, January 29
⏰ 4:30 to 6:00pm
📍 Franklin Elementary Gym

The Boone Extended Preschool (BEP) program is the perfect place for young learners to grow, play, and thrive! ☀️

BEP offers wraparound childcare for preschool students from 6:45am to 5:30pm, with care available on in-service days, late starts, and Wednesdays when preschool is not in session. A summer BEP option is also available.

Spots fill quickly, so we encourage interested families to start planning now!

Learn more about BEP: https://sites.google.com/boone.k12.ia.us/25-26-registrationinfoledges/childcare?authuser=0

Thank you to our Board of Education for their leadership and commitment to Boone CSD!

Join us in welcoming our two newest board members:
⭐️ Neil Nerem
⭐️ Dr. Nancy Woods

We’re also proud to continue working alongside our returning board members:
⭐️ Pat Thieben, Board President
⭐️ Dr. Pam Nystrom, Board Vice President
⭐️ Matt Elthon

Are you the parent of a future preschool, transitional kindergarten, or kindergarten student?

We are hosting an in-person Information Night on Thursday, January 15, from 4:30 to 6:00pm at Ledges Elementary. Come meet our teachers, tour the space, and get your questions answered.

The first 50 preschool students to register will receive a free Ledges Elementary T-shirt! Morning or afternoon preferences will be granted in the order signup is received. We recommend having your child’s physical and immunization records ready to upload.

Please note the following age requirements:
✅ Preschool: Must be 4 years old by 9/15/2026
✅ Transitional Kindergarten: Must be 5 years old by 9/15/2026
✅ Kindergarten: Must be 5 years old by 9/15/2026

Visit the link to learn more:
https://sites.google.com/boone.k12.ia.us/25-26-registrationinfoledges/home

Mentoring creates powerful connections! Both mentors and mentees gain valuable insights from their relationship. Mentors often discover new ideas, while mentees benefit from experience and wisdom. 🌟

During National Mentoring Month, we celebrate these meaningful partnerships!

We’re seeking a high school special education teacher to support students at Boone High School! 📘

In a Level III Classroom, the teacher is responsible for designing and implementing highly individualized instruction for students. This role requires expertise in developing curriculum, writing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and facilitating behavior intervention plans (BIPs). In addition, the teacher manages a student roster and facilitates meaningful student progress toward IEP goals.

To apply, visit https://www.applitrack.com/boone/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Student+Support+Services. 🖥️

Reminder: Classes resume Monday, January 5. We look forward to seeing our students in our classrooms again soon! 🤗

Happy New Year! We’re so proud of everything our Boone CSD community accomplished in 2025. Here's to another year of growth, learning, and success in 2026. 🎊

Merry Christmas to all our students, families, and staff. We hope your day is filled with warmth, joy, and special moments. ❄️

We’re proud to celebrate 14 Boone Middle School students who consistently led by example!

The Students of the Month for December showed responsibility, respect, and kindness every day. They came prepared, worked hard, overcame challenges, and demonstrated outstanding citizenship.

Congratulations to:
⭐️ 5th Grade: Kaitlin Burger, John Thiel, and Elouise Howard
⭐️ 6th Grade: Wyatt Burger
⭐️ 7th Grade: Emily Lutz, Jarrett Flaherty, Landon Parris, Joy Yoder, and Dayshawn Kelly
⭐️ 8th Grade: Lauren Erickson, Ian Hill, Rylen Ibarra, Abby Graham, and Ethan Franzeen

Thank you for being positive role models and helping make our school a great place to be!

Boone Middle School Band Director Rose Kundel is featured in the West Des Moines/Jordan Creek Iowa Living Magazine for sharing her passion for music through volunteer work! 🎶

Our students benefit every day from her leadership, energy, and dedication. ✨

Read the full story on page 22: https://02f0a56ef46d93f03c90-22ac5f107621879d5667e0d7ed595bdb.ssl.cf2.rackcdn.com/sites/31265/uploads/128392/WDMJordanCreekDec2025web20251208-487539-v05gx8.pdf

Please note that there is no school December 22 through January 2 for winter break. Classes will resume on Monday, January 5. ❄️

Did you know that bilingual students often develop strong problem-solving and multitasking skills? These are strengths that carry them through school and beyond.

We’re excited to see our students explore new languages throughout Learn a Foreign Language Month! 🌍

Students, are you ready to take the stage? High school play auditions are coming up:

👉 Wednesday, December 17, 4:00-6:00pm
👉 Thursday, December 18, 6:00-8:00pm
👉 Friday, December 19, 4:00-6:00pm
📍 High School Auditorium

Good luck to all those auditioning!

Join us for the 7th & 8th Grade Band & Orchestra Concert on Tuesday, December 16! ☃️ 🎶

The show starts at 7:00pm in the Middle School Gym. See you there!

Creativity was on full display as our four-year-old preschool students built and decorated gingerbread houses! Students practiced fine motor skills, followed directions, and shared plenty of smiles while bringing their sweet creations to life.

Thank you to our staff for making hands-on learning both meaningful and fun! 🍪