It's Career & Technical Education Month! This month, we're highlighting the programs that help students develop real-world skills in fields like healthcare, advanced manufacturing, information technology, and more.
These opportunities are opening doors to rewarding careers! 🛠️💫
These opportunities are opening doors to rewarding careers! 🛠️💫

Boone CSD is hiring an interim head softball coach for the upcoming season due to a sabbatical. The coach is responsible for motivating individual athletes and promoting team morale and spirit, and must have a current coaching endorsement or authorization. 🥎
Interested applicants should apply by visiting the Employment Opportunities link on the Boone CSD website: https://www.boonecsd.org
Interested applicants should apply by visiting the Employment Opportunities link on the Boone CSD website: https://www.boonecsd.org

During National School Counseling Week, we want to express our appreciation for the counselors who support our students in so many ways.
✅ Justine Anderson, Ledges & Franklin Elementaries
✅ Brittany Goebel, Ledges Elementary
✅ Sydney McCrea, Franklin Elementary
✅ Celene Merrill, Middle School
✅ Christa Reynolds, Middle School
✅ Brian Bloem, High School
✅ Megan Mcintyre, High School
Your dedication to students' academic, emotional, and social development makes a real difference. Thank you! 🙌
✅ Justine Anderson, Ledges & Franklin Elementaries
✅ Brittany Goebel, Ledges Elementary
✅ Sydney McCrea, Franklin Elementary
✅ Celene Merrill, Middle School
✅ Christa Reynolds, Middle School
✅ Brian Bloem, High School
✅ Megan Mcintyre, High School
Your dedication to students' academic, emotional, and social development makes a real difference. Thank you! 🙌

Boone CSD is seeking a middle school math teacher to join our team!
This position plays a key role in preparing and delivering instructional activities, creating a positive educational learning environment, and developing curriculum and essential standards to meet student learning goals.
To view the full job description and apply, visit the district website at https://www.boonecsd.org.
This position plays a key role in preparing and delivering instructional activities, creating a positive educational learning environment, and developing curriculum and essential standards to meet student learning goals.
To view the full job description and apply, visit the district website at https://www.boonecsd.org.

Congratulations to our talented 8th grade band students who represented Boone CSD at the Orpheus Honor Band Festival! 🎶
Students spent an afternoon at Simpson College rehearsing challenging repertoire with guest conductors Seth Banwell (Newton) and Jayson Gerth (Southeast Polk). All that preparation and hard work culminated in a final concert for their families and guests.
Beyond the music, these students gained leadership skills and growth that they’ll bring back to strengthen our band program. This is a well-deserved honor for these musicians: Lauren Erickson, tuba; Madeline Schemmel, trumpet; Chloe Ritzman, flute; Ethan Franzeen, tenor sax; Reese Howie, percussion; and Hannah Baker, flute! 🎉
Students spent an afternoon at Simpson College rehearsing challenging repertoire with guest conductors Seth Banwell (Newton) and Jayson Gerth (Southeast Polk). All that preparation and hard work culminated in a final concert for their families and guests.
Beyond the music, these students gained leadership skills and growth that they’ll bring back to strengthen our band program. This is a well-deserved honor for these musicians: Lauren Erickson, tuba; Madeline Schemmel, trumpet; Chloe Ritzman, flute; Ethan Franzeen, tenor sax; Reese Howie, percussion; and Hannah Baker, flute! 🎉

Attendance matters!
Students who attend school each day are more likely to succeed academically and develop strong social connections. Here are some ways families can help:
✅ Make attendance a priority in your household
✅ Get organized the night before school
✅ Ensure your child gets enough sleep
✅ Schedule medical appointments outside of school hours when possible
✅ Stay in communication with teachers
Every school day is an opportunity to learn and grow! 🚀
Students who attend school each day are more likely to succeed academically and develop strong social connections. Here are some ways families can help:
✅ Make attendance a priority in your household
✅ Get organized the night before school
✅ Ensure your child gets enough sleep
✅ Schedule medical appointments outside of school hours when possible
✅ Stay in communication with teachers
Every school day is an opportunity to learn and grow! 🚀

Mark your calendars: Booster Club Tailgate & Trivia Night is coming up on Saturday, February 14! 🎉
The tailgate and silent auction starts at 5:30pm, with the meal at 6:30pm and trivia starting at 7:00pm. We’ll see you at the Boone County Fairgrounds for an amazing evening!
The tailgate and silent auction starts at 5:30pm, with the meal at 6:30pm and trivia starting at 7:00pm. We’ll see you at the Boone County Fairgrounds for an amazing evening!

Boone CSD is seeking a 3rd grade teacher at Franklin Elementary! ✏️
We're looking for someone who’s ready to develop curriculum and lesson plans, track the progress of students, and be responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom.
Learn more and apply today on our website: www.boonecsd.org
We're looking for someone who’s ready to develop curriculum and lesson plans, track the progress of students, and be responsible for maintaining a safe and respectful classroom.
Learn more and apply today on our website: www.boonecsd.org

The Winter Formal Dance is almost here! ❄️
Join us for a memorable evening hosted by the High School Student Council on Saturday, January 31, from 8:00 to 11:00pm at BHS.
Dress your best, bring your school spirit, and get ready to dance the night away!
Join us for a memorable evening hosted by the High School Student Council on Saturday, January 31, from 8:00 to 11:00pm at BHS.
Dress your best, bring your school spirit, and get ready to dance the night away!

We’re hiring two dedicated 2nd grade teachers at Franklin Elementary! 🍎
If you're passionate about helping students grow, designing lessons, and creating a classroom where every student feels valued, we want you on our team.
View the full job description and apply on our website: www.boonecsd.org
If you're passionate about helping students grow, designing lessons, and creating a classroom where every student feels valued, we want you on our team.
View the full job description and apply on our website: www.boonecsd.org

Stay informed and connected with everything happening in the Boone community with our Digital Backpack! 🎒
This is your resource for upcoming community events and information. You'll find it all in one convenient location!
Check out the Digital Backpack today: https://www.boonecsd.org/page/digital-backpack
This is your resource for upcoming community events and information. You'll find it all in one convenient location!
Check out the Digital Backpack today: https://www.boonecsd.org/page/digital-backpack

No school or Activities Friday, January 23rd

Join us for an evening of creativity and talent at the High School Speech Large Group Showcase on Friday, January 23! Performances begin at 6:00pm in the High School Auditorium. 🎙️

Today, we reflect on the powerful impact of Dr. King's leadership during the Civil Rights movement and beyond. His vision for a more just society remains as relevant as ever.
We appreciate the opportunity to observe Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in partnership with our community.
We appreciate the opportunity to observe Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day in partnership with our community.

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! 👏
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.
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! 🙏
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
🗓️ 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
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

