Ms. Angell's first graders recently read several versions of The Little Red Hen. Then they all helped bake a cake. Everyone wanted to help, nobody said, "Not I!" Everyone helped to eat the cake, too.
Read the most recent edition of the TFSD newsletter, The District Focus, here: https://tfsd.edurooms.com/engage/twin-falls-school-district/newsletters/district-focus-winter-24-25
We take our fire drills very seriously. "I am not scared, I am prepared" is the motto we live by. Through practice our staff & students are better prepared in case of a true emergency. Mr. TJ is always looking out for us. For our last fire drill he was the fire blocking an exit. This made us practice responding in an alternate way. Everyone did an amazing job. Just a reminder: School dismisses at 2:00 on Mondays and this Monday is Picture Day!
Please take a few minutes to complete our School Climate & Safety Survey by clicking the link below. Your feedback helps us improve and create the best learning environment for our students.https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LSRS22Y Thank you for your time and support!-Ms. Brewer
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Every role in our schools helps support student learning and success. 💡📚✨
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Doggone it, Mrs. Brewer is another year older. Her Bobcats celebrated her by wearing dog shirts, singing to her, decorating her office, providing her with goodies and love. Happy Birthday, Mrs. Brewer. Thanks for all that you do.
The results are in...Team Kindergarten read the most last week. They kicked off the Mahomes Reading Project by scoring 740 minutes of reading time. Whose class will be rewarded next with a visit from the "STAND-UP" guy, Patrick Mahomes? Keep reading and turn in those minutes.
No School!
Happy Presidents' Day! No School.
Gracie V. and Faraja B were our Bobcat Events Photographers today. Both of them earned this special assignment and both of them are 3rd graders. These Bobcats put their hearts into their work. Happy Valentine's Day! (Snow pictures were contributed by Mr. Morton.)
There will be no school on Monday and Tuesday (17-18th). When we return on Wednesday, wear your favorite dog shirt (or Bickel shirt with paw prints). Also, make sure to submit your reading minutes from last week to your teachers. Enjoy the long weekend.
Special Education Preschool is provided for children between the ages of 3 years to 5 years old who are eligible for special education and related services. If you have concerns about your child’s development, or if your child has not yet met the above milestones, or if they are currently receiving private speech/language therapy, they may be eligible for the developmental preschool program. Screenings are held monthly (August – April) at Harrison and Pillar Falls Elementary. Call for an appointment:
Harrison (families living west of Blue Lakes Blvd.) 208-733-4229
Pillar Falls (families living east of Blue Lakes Blvd.) 208-732-7570)
Make sure to visit our Facebook page to enjoy a pickleball video. Watching our Bobcats learning how to play the game is so much fun.
https://www.facebook.com/bickelelementaryschool
Reminder! In observance of President's Day, there will be no school February 17th-18th. School will resume Wednesday, February 19th. Enjoy the long weekend!
As part of our school safety plan, we have practiced barricading and evacuating the building. On February 13th at 9:15 am, we will announce an intruder is located on the playground and teachers will have to decide whether it is safest to barricade with their class or evacuate the building.
Teachers will talk to students before the drill so that students understand this is just a drill, just like we practice fire drills. We wanted parents to know in case you see several police cars. The police officers like to observe these drills and give us feedback.
We are thrilled to announce the opening of Hello Dolly on Valentine’s Day (Feb 14th)! 🎉 Thanks to an amazing collaboration between TFHS students and staff, this production is sure to be a night to remember. 💫
Special shout-out to:
Cameron Hoge & Roger Miskin in the Construction CTE program, for building the stunning set! 🔨🏗️
Mr. Child, our talented choir director, who is also serving as the music director for this amazing show! 🎶
Haven Elison, our gifted student choreographer, who choreographed almost the entire show—this senior deserves a lot recognition! 🌟
Show Details:
Dates: Feb 14, 15, 21, 22
Time: Doors open at 6:30 PM, Show starts at 7:00 PM
Ticket Prices:
$10 for adults
$5 for K-12 students
$35 for a family of 6
Come support the TFHS community and enjoy an unforgettable night of talent, teamwork, and creativity! 💃🎭🎶
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Little Porter update...
Hello Bobcat Families! Many of you have been on standby to hear what Bickel's future will be. Bickel is a building with so much history. Once again Bickel will make historic changes for the betterment of the Twin Falls Community. You are all a part of making some new history. Attached below is the letter from District Office. Over the next few months, information will be shared with you as we prepare to be our BEST selves.
Dear TFSD Families,
At last night's board meeting, the Twin Falls School District Board of Trustees made the strategic decision to relocate the Dual Immersion program from Oregon Trail Elementary School to Bickel Elementary School, transforming Bickel into a complete magnet school beginning in the 2025-26 school year. This decision, which follows extensive work by a committee of educators, parents, and administrators, is a positive step toward addressing enrollment challenges at Bickel Elementary School and creating a true magnet school where all TFSD students can have equal access to the Dual Immersion program.
While the Board has taken the initial step, rest assured that a comprehensive planning process is underway to address logistics and staffing for the 2025-26 school year. The TFSD Administrative Team is diligently working on potential new school zones for Oregon Trail, Lincoln, and Morningside elementary schools, gathering information from staff to find a new role where they can thrive, and evaluating all aspects of reconfiguring the elementary school offerings.
While this decision was difficult, the TFSD Board of Trustees and the TFSD Administrative Team are optimistic about the positive impact of this change. We believe it will create more opportunities for our students and strengthen our schools in the long run. We are grateful for the many community members who shared their thoughts and opinions with the board. Your input is a clear demonstration of the Twin Falls community's commitment to education and its willingness to work with the TFSD to overcome any challenge. We will continue to send additional updates regarding these changes as soon as it becomes available.
Sincerely,
The TFSD Administrative Team
Enjoy our PTO Teacher feature -such a special group!
Our Bobcat staff and students really got in the spirit of celebrating our counselors this week. Speaking of SPIRIT, tomorrow (7th) is School Spirit Day! Whose class will get a visit from the Bickel Bobcat this month?
