Boone Community School District

We are excited to share that Delaney Good has been named a top 10 finalist for America's Next Great Intern! She is the fourth BHS student to be named a finalist. 🏅

Now, Delaney needs your help to receive a scholarship! Vote for her by Friday, April 10, on the Rubin Education website at https://rubineducation.com/vote. 👏

Spring break starts tomorrow! There will be no school March 13-20.

We’ll see our students again on Monday, March 23. 🌷

Three Boone A & M FFA chapter students earned top honors at the North Central District FFA in Leadership Development Events this past weekend, qualifying for state convention!

🏅 Isaac Sorensen: Chapter Website, 1st Gold
🏅 Henderson Gustafson: Ag Sales, 2nd Gold
🏅 Ashlyn Lovig: Public Speaking, 2nd Gold

They will compete on April 20 at the State FFA Convention against the top 12 FFA chapters in Iowa. Good luck! 🏆

Other results from districts included:
🟨 Ag Issues: Silver, Alternate
🟨 Parliamentary Procedure: Silver
🟨 ETA: Silver
🟨 Job Interview: Gold, Alternate
🟨 Secretary's Book: Bronze
🟨 Treasurer's Book: Silver, Alternate
🟨 Reporter's Scrapbook: Silver

Check out a wide range of events and programs happening in our community via our Digital Backpack! 🎒

https://www.boonecsd.org/page/digital-backpack

March is Music in Our Schools Month! Learning an instrument or developing your musical talent in other ways can strengthen memory, sharpen focus, and prepare young minds for success.

We're celebrating the students who fill our hallways with music and the dedicated teachers who inspire them every day! 🎶

Parent-Teacher Conferences are happening this week!

👉Tuesday, March 10 | 4:30-8:00pm

👉Thursday, March 12 | 2:00-4:00 & 4:30-8:00 pm

Note that all students will have a two-hour early release on Thursday, March 12.

Today is Employee Appreciation Day, and we want to take a moment to thank the educators and staff who make Boone CSD such a special place to learn and work. We are so grateful for everything you do each and every day! 🌟

Reminder: There will be no school on Monday, March 9. This is a teacher professional development day. 🗓️

This month, we celebrate Youth Art Month and the talented young artists who inspire us every single day. We're so proud of everything our students create! 🎨

Our High School Swing Choir is ready to take the stage for an unforgettable evening of music and performance! 🎶

Join us on Friday, March 6 at 7:00pm and Saturday, March 7 at 7:00pm in the BHS Auditorium as our talented students showcase their hard work, energy, and vocal talent. See you there!

During the month of February, an outstanding group of Boone Middle School students defined what it means to be a Toreador! From showing incredible academic growth and leadership to offering quiet acts of kindness and unwavering responsibility, these individuals earned Student of the Month.

🌟 5th Grade: Dane Anderson, Sianna Gaskill, Lucy Salati, Annie Williams, Arley Hicks, and Caydence Schubert

🌟 6th Grade: Colson Clark

🌟 7th Grade: Maris Bielfelt, Keegan Hoppus, Landon Cunningham, Caedmon Williams, Reagan Jenkins, Macksen Warrick, Faye Brown, and Chloe Selim

🌟 8th grade: Lauren Erickson, Quinn Harris, Kaevon Fowler, Mason Brockman, and Brooklynn Porter

Congratulations, Toreadors—keep leading by example!

We're proud to recognize School Social Work Week! We want to give a special shoutout to Christa Reynolds at Boone Middle School for everything she does to support our students and families. 🌟

Her dedication, compassion, and hard work make a real difference in the lives of the young people she serves. Thank you, Christa! 👏

Franklin Elementary students are ready to shine at our upcoming Fine Arts Showcases! Families and community members are invited to join us in the gym as our talented students share their creativity and hard work. 🎨

Showcase dates include:
➡️ Monday, March 2 at 6:00pm, featuring 4th grade
➡️ Tuesday, March 3 at 6:00pm, featuring 3rd grade
➡️ Thursday, March 5 at 6:00pm, featuring 2nd grade

Students in Boone EDGE Advantage and Advance recently partnered with Upper Iowa University’s ExcEL program for a hands-on learning experience focused on collaboration and career exploration. 🎓

Upper Iowa ExcEL students received a crash course in scrum before traveling to Boone to see it in action. Boone EDGE Advantage students shared their semester projects and demonstrated how they are working toward earning an industry-recognized scrum credential. This provided excellent practice for EDGE students to demonstrate their learning.

Together, students toured several local internship sites connected to EDGE Advance, including Van Hemert’s Bakery, Franklin Elementary, Blackwolf Taxidermy, and the YSS Before and After School program. The visits offered a firsthand look at the real-world experiences available to students this school year.

It has been an incredible week of collaboration, connection, and career-focused learning. We are grateful to Upper Iowa University for partnering with us and helping our students explore what their next steps after graduation could look like!

Attention BCSD seniors! Are you thinking about attending college in the fall? Now’s the time to start thinking about how you’ll cover the costs of higher education.

College expenses can feel overwhelming, but financial aid can make it much more affordable. Grants, scholarships, and low-interest loans are available to help. 🎓

Don't wait—complete the FAFSA today: https://www.fafsa.gov

We are seeking dedicated special education associates to support students across Boone Schools! 🍎

This is an important role, assisting students with basic classroom work, helping classroom teachers prepare instructional materials, and providing support in both general education and special education classrooms.

If you are passionate about helping students succeed, we encourage you to apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/boone/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

Our High School Speech students are ready to take the stage for the Individual Showcase! Join us on Friday, February 27, at 6:00pm in the High School Auditorium to experience an evening of powerful performances and impressive speaking skills. 🎤

Join us for an evening of outstanding musical talent at our 9th-12th Grade Band Concert! Students will take the stage on Thursday, February 26, at 7:00pm in the High School Auditorium. 🎷🎶

During Public Schools Week, we're recognizing everyone who contributes to our students' success! From our dedicated teachers and staff to our supportive families, you all play a vital role.

Thank you for helping us create a strong foundation for every child's future! 🌟