🎉 Celebrating an incredible 25 years of dedication as our outstanding 5th/6th-grade Science teacher at the middle school. Nathan's passion for education and inspiring young minds has made a lasting impact at Boone CSD.
"All students possess a desire to learn. Teachers, as guides and motivators, simply need to light the flame of curiosity within them, reminding each student of the many possibilities that unfold through a good education," shared Nathan.
Here's to many more years of fostering curiosity and learning!
Next up are our employees that have been with Boone CSD for 25 years!
🎉 Join us in celebrating Brenda Harmer's remarkable 25 years at Boone CSD! As a 7/8 Special Education Teacher, her commitment to education has touched the lives of countless students. Thank you, Brenda, for your tireless efforts and positive impact on our school community!
Justine (Stevens) Anderson is a 2012 graduate of Boone CSD and is our Mental Health Therapist, currently serving PreK through 4th grade. After high school graduation, Justine attended DMACC to complete her associate in arts degree. She then attended Iowa State University for a Bachelor of Human Science degree and the University of Northern Iowa for a Master of Social Work.
Miss Beadke's art classes were Justine's favorite part of Boone CSD, as her classes allowed her to fully express herself in a new avenue. "Miss Beadke saw my worth and potential before I did and always pushed me to see more in myself," shared Justine. "I wish I would have noticed her intentions then, but I can clearly see them now as an adult."
Thank you for sharing your story, Justine!
The Winter Formal Dance is happening Saturday, January 20! 🪩❄️
The festivities will begin at 8:00pm in the High School Commons and Gymnasium. Stay safe and get ready to dance the night away!
Join the Boone Elementary PTO for the January meeting!
January 16 @ 5:30pm
Franklin Elementary Library (Please enter through the front/main doors)
Video call: https://meet.google.com/miq-jbiq-qvm
Or dial: (US) +1 205-649-0410 PIN: 783 125 531#
The PTO is a joint effort between the Boone School teachers and parents to support the teachers and students in the Boone Community School District. We welcome EVERYONE to our meetings and would love to have your support! The focus of the PTO is to raise funds for teacher/school needs and provide family engagement opportunities for the district.
Starting this month, we will be tracking the number of parents in attendance/classroom teachers and will provide a treat to the class with the most parents in attendance!
We hope to see you on Tuesday!
Today, Boone CSD honors the everlasting impact of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His commitment to justice and equality remains a guiding light, urging us to strive for a society where love triumphs over hate.
Please note: There will be no school on Monday, January 15, to observe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
🎉 Celebrating three decades of dedication and inspiration! Congratulations to Julie Malin on her remarkable 30-year career at Boone Community School District.
"I have enjoyed my time teaching in Boone. I have worked with SO many amazing teachers and staff members," shared Julie. "I appreciate that Boone Schools has always encouraged their employees to learn more and try new instructional methods."
We are beyond thankful for her work shaping young minds as a Transitional Kindergarten teacher at Ledges Elementary!
Over the next few weeks, we will begin honoring our incredible employees who have reached a milestone in their careers at Boone Community School District.
🎉 First up, help us congratulate Joan Aspengren, a Media Associate at Boone High School! Thirty years of excellence and impact and three decades of making a difference. Thank you for your hard work and dedication, Joan!
CALLING ALUMNI! 📣
We’d love to hear about your time in Boone CSD. How did our schools prepare you for the future? Let us know by completing this brief questionnaire: https://bit.ly/boonecsdalumnisurvey
Boone FCCLA presents PACK THE GYM NIGHT this Friday! Our varsity basketball teams will face Denison Schleswig, and all Boone students get in FREE. Athletes will be signing posters in addition to FREE face-painting, activities, and a photo booth. Come out for a fun night and enjoy the basketball games!
Our Hero Project at the middle school highlights the communication piece of Boone Community School District’s Portrait of a Graduate. Brody McNace is one of many students whose communication skills increased as a result of the Hero Project!
"It was a cool project. I chose my grandpa as my hero," Brody said. "I was nervous about showing my presentation and hearing my voice, but my grandpa really liked it. There was evidence of communication for Portrait of a Graduate."
At Boone CSD, we are committed to ensuring students in all grades receive opportunities to grow their communication, civic and global engagement, self-awareness, life-readiness, resilience, and critical thinking/problem-solving skills. Keep an eye out for more of our Portrait of a Graduate highlights!
Sarah Schupp, a 2017 alum, is currently a student at Des Moines University in the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Sarah started working in healthcare after completing the CNA courses offered by the Bonne High School and DMACC partnership. For five years, she worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) while completing her bachelor's degree at the University of Minnesota Rochester and throughout high school.
"My favorite experience with BCSD was my time in the theater department and developing many skills that now serve me as a student doctor," shared Sarah. "Many of the teachers who impacted me have now retired, like Mrs. Bass and Mrs. Watkins. They both saw my desire to learn and helped push me towards experiences where I would be challenged and grow."
Thanks for sharing your story, Sarah!
Our information nights are starting next week with preschool on Thursday, January 18th, at 5:30 p.m. By attending our information night, you are able to save your spot at Ledges Elementary! The first 50 preschool students who save their spot will receive a FREE Ledges t-shirt for their child. Signing up now helps us plan to have all the staff we need for your students!
Please note the following age requirements:
🍎 Preschool: Must be 4 years old by 9/15/2024
AM and PM preferences will be granted in the order your sign-up is received, so don’t delay! To learn more about our staff and programming, please visit
https://sites.google.com/boone.k12.ia.us/earlychildhoodregistration/home.
Missing a couple days of school might not seem like a big deal, but those absences can really add up. In fact, 18 missed days of school equates to about 10% of the whole school year!
After the holidays, it can be tough to get back into the swing of things. We’d like to remind families that every day counts. If your child is struggling with their attendance, contact your school office. We’re here for you!
Boone Schools stand with Perry. Our heartfelt condolences and unwavering support go out to the entire Perry community. 💙
Are you or someone you know a Boone CSD alumni? We want to hear from you! Your stories inspire current and future students to reach their fullest potential.
Please take a moment to share your story at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlHpfLeumS3P8CwP5UTiITRZVoL50MnaQucxddp3jsB3jcVg/viewform
Welcome back, students! We look forward to another fantastic year of learning, growth, and achievement. 😊
REMINDER: Classes resume on Wednesday, January 3. ⏰
Happy New Year to the amazing students, families, and staff of the Boone Community School District! We look forward to seeing what 2024 has in store for us. 🥳
