D91 Employee News:

October is Principal Appreciation Month! I am honored to spotlight the incredible leaders who make our schools vibrant, supportive, and successful places for students, teachers, staff, and families alike. Our principals go the extra mile every day, ensuring that each child feels valued, safe, and empowered to learn.

Our principals are juggling many demands, and yet they still find time to make a difference for our students. As a beginning teacher, I personally witnessed the impact a principal can have on a student.

A student at my school was struggling emotionally and academically. The principal noticed that something was off and stepped in to help. The principal invited the student to the office – not to discuss academics or behavior but simply to talk. Over the course of that conversation, the principal listened intently and offered words of encouragement, understanding, and reassurance.

Realizing the student needed extra support, he reached out to the student’s teacher, arranged for tutoring, and even worked with the family to ensure they had everything needed to thrive at school. The principal made sure to check in regularly, walking with the student to class and offering a friendly smile or encouraging words whenever possible.

Over time, the student began to flourish again and their confidence returned as they embraced their love of learning. All thanks to the principal’s Courage to step up and help, Compassion to understand the needs, and Conviction to help a student.

This story is just one of many examples of how our principals work tirelessly behind the scenes to support students, teachers, and families. We are incredibly grateful for their leadership, kindness, and unwavering commitment to creating nurturing environments where every child can succeed.

Please take a moment this month to thank your school’s principal for their incredible work!

Superintendent Karla LaOrange

With the launch of the new Intervention Model, a renewed focus on Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), and our continued emphasis on student success, we know teachers and staff are working tirelessly to support every student’s learning journey. As we implement these initiatives, you may have questions about the changes, or even about processes that remain the same.

Let’s get those questions answered!

Starting this week, I will be addressing your questions in this section of the employee newsletter. Please feel free to submit any inquiries through the following link: Ask the Superintendent

Look for answers to your questions in next week's edition of the newsletter!

Jessie Prince is an Idaho native, growing up just down the road in Shelley. She would go on to graduate from Shelley High School.

Jessie earned her Bachelor’s in Elementary Education with a middle school math endorsement from Utah State University. She went back to school to earn a Master’s in Educational Leadership through Western Governors University.

Jessie’s education career starting in Jefferson County Joint District #251 as a 7th and 8th grade math teacher. She also taught an Outdoor Survival class.

She then made the move to Bonneville Joint District #93. For six years, Jessie taught 4th and 6th grade at Summit Hills Elementary. She was also an Assistant Principal at Discovery Elementary and Dora Erickson Elementary.

In her spare time, she likes to read, draw and create things. Jessie loves to be outside doing things like golf, hiking, all sorts of boating activities, riding a motorcycle, and gardening.

She also likes to watch her kids play sports, which has prompted her to learn how to ice skate. She says that way she can keep up with all of her hockey players.

Jessie and her husband Brandon have three kids and a dog named Bronco. Their two boys are 9-year old Clark and 7-year old Nolan. Their 4-year old daughter is Carter. The family loves to travel, be active and go on adventures together.

• • Oct 15: PSAT for 10th graders, regular school day for 9, 11, and 12th grades
  • Oct 17: Parent Teacher Conferences- Middle and High School
  • Nov 5: Election Day, Online Learning Day
  • Nov 22: End of 1st Trimester
  • Nov 25-29: Thanksgiving Break, No School
  • Dec 4-5: Parent Teacher Conference- Elementary Schools
  • Dec 23-Jan 6: Christmas Break, No School

Idaho Falls R.O.A.R. Theater company is putting on its fall play October 24-26 at the IFHS Little Theater. Show begins each night at 7 pm. Tickets are $4 for students. $5 for everyone else.

Idaho Falls High School: Kitchen Worker-Limited full-time

Sunnyside Elementary: Resource Room Aide-Part-time

Custodial Department: Part-time Regular Custodian

Ethel Boyes Elementary: PE Paraprofessional-Part-time

Idaho Falls High School: Assistant Cheer Coach

Administrative Office: Payroll Generalist-Part-time

Taylorview Middle School: Title I Tutor-Part-time

Skyline High School: Assistant Wrestling Coach

Skyline High School: Assistant Boys Soccer Coach

Eagle Rock Middle School: Assistant Wrestling Coach

Idaho Falls High School: Special Education Support 1:1 Para

Skyline High School: Assistant Boys Basketball Coach

Longfellow Elementary: Child Nutrition Department, Satellite Server Part-time

Westside Elementary: Child Nutrition Department, Cashier Limited Full-time

Compass Academy: Supervised Suspension Aide-Full-time

Compass Academy: Special Education Support Aide-Full-time

See all current openings here.

Why Cyber Awareness Matters- Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and even small mistakes can lead to breaches that compromise sensitive information. By staying vigilant, we protect not only the district’s systems but also the personal information of our students and ourselves.

Cyber Awareness Tips:

1. Use Strong Passwords: Create unique passwords for each system and regularly update them. Consider using a password manager.
2. Be Aware of Phishing Scams: Look out for suspicious emails, especially those asking for personal or sensitive information. When in doubt, don’t click links or download attachments.
3. Update Software Regularly: Ensure that your devices and applications are up to date with the latest security patches.
4. Lock Devices: Always lock your screen when stepping away from your computer or mobile device, even for a short time.
5. Data Protection: When handling student records or personal data, ensure it’s only shared with authorized individuals.

Thank you for your dedication!