🎉 Students at Bickel celebrated Red Ribbon Week with enthusiasm! A huge shoutout to Mrs. Wills, our amazing guidance counselor, for organizing such a meaningful event. 🌟
#RedRibbonWeek #BickelPride #HealthyChoices
❤️🥗 Chobani recently celebrated Everybody Eats Week ! 🥗 During Everybody Eats Week, food deliveries were made to Bickel Elementary and Oregon Trail Elementary schools, ensuring students and families have access to nutritious meals. This generous effort highlights the importance of community partnerships in promoting well-being.📸✨
#EverybodyEats #CommunitySupport #ChobaniCares
The Food pantry received some beautiful handmade hats. Here you can see some of our Bobcats sporting their new, winter hats.
Speaking of winter...
When winter weather arrives, school operations can be impacted by snow, ice, and dangerous road conditions. Our priority is ensuring student safety while balancing the needs of families. Here’s what you need to know about how we make decisions on weather-related school closures, delays, and notifications.
How We Monitor Weather and Road Conditions
Our district works closely with local law enforcement, highway departments, and our bus company to gather up-to-date information about road conditions. School officials monitor the weather continually, especially in the early morning hours, to determine if travel conditions are safe for buses, student drivers, students who walk to school, and staff. You can often find district office personnel out on the road between 4 and 5 a.m. on days when forecasts call for winter weather conditions.
Balancing Safety and Family Needs
We understand that many families rely on schools as a safe place for children while parents are at work. For some children, school is the only place where they receive consistent meals. These realities weigh heavily in every decision we make.
Addressing a Common Misconception
There’s a myth that schools stay open during bad weather to avoid losing funding. In fact, the opposite is true. On inclement weather days when schools remain open, attendance is often lower, which can actually reduce our funding. The decision to stay open or close is never based on financial considerations. It’s always made with safety and family needs in mind.
How and When You’ll Be Notified
If we decide to delay or cancel school, we will notify families through multiple channels:
Text messages and emails: Sent as soon as the decision is made.
Phone calls: Sent as close to 6 a.m. as possible to ensure families have time to adjust plans.
Website and social media: Updated immediately with any changes.
Now is a great time to ensure your contact information is up-to-date with the school. Make sure your phone number is correct and that you’ve enabled text notifications from the district.
Help Us Prepare
We encourage parents to take a few proactive steps to help us keep students safe and informed during the winter months:
Update contact information with your child’s school to ensure you receive notifications.
Review your emergency plans for child care in the event of a school closure.
Dress your child for the weather, even if they typically ride the bus—weather changes can be unpredictable, and extra layers (and an extra pair of socks) help keep everyone comfortable.
Thank You for Your Patience
We know weather-related changes can disrupt your routines, and we do our best to make decisions quickly and communicate them promptly. Our goal is always to keep students safe while minimizing disruptions as much as possible. Thank you for your understanding and support during the winter months!
The kindergarten class raised the most money for the PTO Fundraiser. They were rewarded with a tasty Pizza Party. Thanks everyone who contributed to the big event. Please remember that school is dismissed at 2:00 on Mondays.
We would like to thank the Rotary Club for visiting our 3rd graders today. The Rotary Club gave each student a dictionary. This was a gift with a lot of MEANING! The kids were so excited to get such a grown-up present.
🏀🎉 Gear Up and Give Back! 🎉🏈
Join us for a FREE Sports Gear Donation Drive! 🌟
📅 Date: November 15
🕕 Time: 6-8 PM
📍 Location: Canyon Ridge High School Cafeteria
Come collect the gear you or your kids need to play sports! We’re accepting new or gently used shoes, new athletic socks, and school sports gear—let’s help our community stay active and healthy!
Spread the word and bring your friends! Together, we can make a difference! 🙌💚 #GearUpGiveBack #CommunitySports #FreeGear
🎉🍽️ Huge thanks to Chobani for their generous donation of 300 boxes of food to Bickel! In celebration of “Let’s Eat Week,” this contribution helps keep our food pantry stocked and supports our community. A special shoutout to Ms. Kate for all her hard work! Thank you, Chobani! 💚
#LetsEatWeek #CommunitySupport #Gratitude
🎉🖍️Last week during Red Ribbon Week, Bickel staff and students took part in an exciting door decorating contest! 🎨 A huge shoutout to Ms. Angell's first graders for bringing their A-game and taking home FIRST PLACE! 🏆👻 Happy Halloween to everyone—let's keep spreading positivity and creativity! 🎃✨ #RedRibbonWeek #BickelPride #HappyHalloween
🚶♀️🌟 What an incredible National Walk to School Day at Bickel Elementary, organized by Mrs. Wills and Coach Grimm! Our Bobcats walked a whopping 183.50 miles together! 🐾
A special shoutout to David, a second grader, who completed the most laps—way to go! 🎉 Every student did an amazing job, showcasing their commitment to a healthy, active lifestyle.
This event truly fostered a strong sense of community. Here’s to many more adventures together! 💚
#BickelElementary #WalkToSchoolDay #BobcatPride #HealthyLifestyle
🏀🎉 Gear Up and Give Back! 🎉🏈
Join us for a FREE Sports Gear Donation Drive! 🌟
📅 Date: November 15
🕕 Time: 3:30-5 PM
📍 Location: Canyon Ridge High School Cafeteria
Come collect the gear you or your kids need to play sports! We’re accepting new or gently used shoes, new athletic socks, and school sports gear—let’s help our community stay active and healthy!
Spread the word and bring your friends! Together, we can make a difference! 🙌💚
#GearUpGiveBack #CommunitySports #FreeGear
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
Where do I vote?
At your regular polling place. To determine your polling place or for more information about absentee voting, please visit voteidaho.gov or call the Twin Falls County Clerk at 208-736-4004.
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
When is the election?
November 5, 2024, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. In addition, eligible voters have the opportunity to vote early with mail-in ballots and early in-person voting at Twin Falls County West, 630 Addison Ave. W. You can learn more about voting at voteidaho.gov
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
Who can vote?
Registered voters who have resided in the TFSD boundaries for at least 30 days prior to the election may vote in this election. If you have not registered to vote, you may register at the polls. You will need a picture ID and proof of residence. You must be a U.S. citizen and at least 18 years of age.
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
🎃❤️ Mrs. Hills’s second graders from Bickel Elementary are the cutest, littlest pumpkins! They had a perfect day for their field trip to Tubbs Berry Farm! 🌟
Each child picked out a special pumpkin to take home as a souvenir, and their smiles said it all! The pride in showing off their pumpkins was heartwarming. What a fun and memorable day! 🍂
#BickelElementary #FieldTripFun #PumpkinPatch #LittlePumpkins
🕒✨ It’s that time of year again! Don’t forget to set your clocks back an hour this Sunday, November 3rd. Enjoy that extra hour of sleep! 😴🍂
#FallBack #DaylightSavingTime
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
How will the levy improve our community?
Maintaining a quality education system will contribute to the economic development of our community and will help prepare the future workforce our community needs. The community’s continued support of education is one of the major factors that make Twin Falls an attractive place to live. In addition, many local businesses have struggled to recruit skilled workers. Continuing to improve education in Twin Falls will provide a “home-grown” workforce.
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
🎭✨ Join Us for an Exciting Performance! ✨🎭
Robert Stuart Middle School proudly presents "Beetlejuice Jr."—a musical filled with fun, spookiness, and lots of laughs!
📅 Dates: November 6th, 7th, 8th, & 9th
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
📍 Venue: Canyon Ridge High School
🎟️ Tickets:
$5 Children
$7 Adults
Only $1 for RSMS Students on Wednesday, Nov. 6th!
Don’t miss out on the excitement! Mark your calendars and bring the whole family for an unforgettable show. 🎬👻
#BeetlejuiceJr #MiddleSchoolTheatre #SupportTheArts #FamilyFun
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
What does the supplemental levy pay for?
TFSD is a people organization. Roughly 80 percent of the budget goes towards staffing which provides programs and support to students. We employ roughly 1,500 people every year and the supplemental levy is one way that we are able to ensure we have enough people to effectively maintain and operate our schools.
The supplemental levy supports the District’s efforts to maintain a safe learning environment. The District uses this levy to provide school resource officers at the secondary schools, armed security guards at the elementary level, and behavior support personnel at all levels.
This supplemental levy would provide funding for roughly 40 classified staff members (teaching aides, cooks, secretaries, and custodians), 20 certified staff members (teachers, instructional coaches, and counselors), and 4 administrators (principals, vice principals, and activities directors).
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
It seems like the TFSD pursues a levy all the time. Why is the district pursuing additional funds?
Supplemental levies only last for a maximum of two years. This means that to continue the funding the district must pursue a new levy every two years as well. This proposed levy is a slight increase due to increased costs to the District, the end of federal COVID Relief funds, and the loss of state lottery funds historically used to pay for maintenance staff.
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
Over the next two weeks, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
How will this levy, if approved, affect my taxes?
There are many variables that can affect taxes. However, the estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate. Other variables that might influence your tax payment include your property’s valuation and the overall tax base in our community.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
