Boone Community School District

Today, we encourage our school community to wear ORANGE for Unity Day (also known as Stop Bullying Day). Let’s continue to treat one another with the kindness and respect we all need and deserve! 🧡

🎓📚 Attention Boone High School Students: Planning for college can be a daunting task, but we've got your back! Join us for two FREE informative sessions hosted by ICAN, right here at Boone High School: 1. ICAN Career and College Planning Presentation (All grades welcome!) 📅 Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023 🕕 Time: 6:00pm 🏫 Location: BHS Auditorium Learn more about career options, academic requirements, admission processes, college selection and campus visits, and tips for a successful transition! 2. ICAN How to Pay for College Presentation (Best for upperclassmen!) 📅 Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023 🕖 Time: 7:00pm 🏫 Location: BHS Auditorium Discover FAFSA application essentials (note the change in the application opening date), understanding FAFSA results, FSA ID and its significance, understanding college costs and making comparisons, and scholarships and financial aid options! ICAN is here to help you make informed decisions! Have questions? Contact mmcintyre@boone.k12.ia.us. Learn more about ICAN: www.ICANsucceed.org

📢 Join us for Boone Middle School's Fun Night and 2023 Food Drive! 🎉 🕒 Fun Night Schedule: 5th & 6th Grade: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm (Leave backpacks in lockers) 7th & 8th Grade: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm (Arrive after 5:50 pm) Guest students from Sacred Heart and Trinity are welcome! 🎟️ Admission: $2.00 with 2 canned food items $3.00 with 1 canned food/non-perishable item 🏀 Activities: Gaga ball, volleyball, basketball, and dodgeball 🥫 Food Drive Info: Starts on October 20th with 1st Fun Night Additional drop-off days: Oct 23, 25, 27, and 30 (7:50 am - 8:10 am) All items go to @The Salvation Army Boone Corps Last year's winner: Mr. Bruck's homeroom with 808 items! Let's make a difference together! 🤝

It’s Careers in Construction Month! 👷 By 2031, the construction industry in the U.S. is expected to add more than 250,000 new jobs. We’re proud to offer students opportunities to prepare for these critical roles in our economy. For example, our pre-apprenticeship program enables students to learn skills through online modules and gain years of experience with a quality apprentice partner through on-the-job labs! Our students in trades courses also have fantastic opportunities to grow their construction skills. Check out the photos of these students building a mini framed wall for their Intro to Trades course! Learn more about Boone EDGE: https://www.boonecsd.org/o/edge/page/our-programs

National School Bus Safety Week begins today! 🚌We would like to share some quick tips with drivers: ✅Do not pass buses with flashing lights ✅Keep your distance, as buses make frequent stops ✅Yield to buses and allow them to merge ✅Respect school zone speeds ✅Avoid distractions near buses and school zones Thank you for watching out for our students!

🧠💪 Today, October 13, is National Train Your Brain Day! Your mind is more powerful than any muscle. It can impact your health and how you perceive others. Let's celebrate by training our minds for positivity and empathy!

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. We’re pleased to celebrate with our families and community! 💙💛

💡 Did you know? Approximately 7 million students miss at least 15 days of school. That’s 16 percent of the U.S. student population! Ending chronic absenteeism starts with you. Parents, please do your part to ensure that if your children are healthy, they’re in school. Attendance matters!

During Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, we are emphasizing the importance of maintaining a safe, positive, and welcoming learning environment in our schools. We encourage all students to choose kindness and be mindful of how they treat others.

🎉 Please join us in congratulating Boone High School student Kyler Griffis on being named a Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program! Kyler is among 34,000 Commended Students recognized by the National Merit® Scholarship Program for their exceptional academic potential and performance on the 2022 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) last October. Kyler's outstanding dedication and work ethic has paid off, and we couldn't be prouder! 🎓 Learn more about the National Merit Scholarship Program: https://www.nationalmerit.org/s/1758/interior.aspx?sid=1758&gid=2&pgid=1879

During Fire Prevention Week, we want to remind our families of the importance of fire safety! Recently, Fire Chief Justin Adams spoke with one of our classes about this important issue. Find important tips here: https://www.ready.gov/home-fires

Indigenous Peoples’ Day provides an opportunity for us to reflect on the foundational history of this land. We are grateful for the indigenous communities who have shaped and continue to shape our world.

We would like to thank our community for a wonderful turnout today at our Open House events! Hundreds of people went through our brand-new facilities!

In recognition of Manufacturing Day, several Boone High School students had the opportunity to tour and learn about several different local manufacturing companies! They heard from Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of KENT Corporation, Gage Kent, and engaged with professionals from companies such as Burke, AgCertain, Sukup, Lane Trailer Manufacturing, and Barilla. It's amazing to see our future leaders connecting with industry experts and exploring exciting career possibilities in manufacturing. 🌟 Thank you to @Ames Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the day’s activities!

On National Instructional Coaches Day, we recognize the role of instructional coaches in elevating teaching standards and student achievements. Thank you for guiding our students and teachers to excellence! 🎓✨

The Homecoming Football Game is TONIGHT! 🏈 Join us at 7:00pm as we take on Des Moines North! Show that Toreadors pride! 💪

Today is World Teachers' Day! Teachers use their talents and passion to guide students’ growth and foster a brighter future. To the teachers of Boone CSD: THANK YOU! 🌟

REMINDER: All students will be dismissed two hours early today (October 4). ⏰

Did your student miss any days last month? Half the students who miss 2-4 days in September wind up missing approximately one month of school throughout the year. 🗓️ Regular attendance starts on day one, but it’s not too late to help your student. By getting into a routine and fostering a love for learning, families can put their children on the track to academic success. 🎓 Need assistance? Contact your child’s school office. We’re here to help!

It’s National Principals Month! We want to take a moment to thank our school leaders: 🍎Autumn Seiler - Ledges Elementary Principal 🍎Brad Winter - Franklin Elementary Principal 🍎Scott Kelley - Middle School Principal 🍎Emily Sperfslage - Middle School Assistant Principal 🍎Jon Johnson - High School Principal 🍎Drake Bailey - High School Assistant Principal We appreciate all you do!