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Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 is located in Bingham and Bonneville Counties, and comprises a portion of the City of Idaho Falls along with the incorporated cities of Ammon, Iona and Ucon. It also includes the unincorporated county areas to the north, south, and east of Idaho Falls.
With a student population of approximately 10,500, Bonneville School District is the 6th largest district in Idaho. Roughly 65 percent of all students are transported to and from school, with instruction taking place in 22 locations throughout the District. These include:
13 elementary schools for grades PreK-6,
Bonneville Online School, online schooling at home, serving grades K-9,
two comprehensive middle schools for grades 7-8,
an alternative middle school for grades 7-8,
two comprehensive high schools for grades 9-12,
an alternative high school for grades 9-12,
Teton Peaks Academy for special needs students in grades 7-12,
eCenter, an online learning high school for both full-time students and those seeking credit acceleration or recovery,
and comprehensive Special Education programs operating throughout all locations.
All of our schools and programs are fully accredited.
The Bonneville School District employs over 1,300 people, of whom, nearly 600 are certificated personnel.
Our vision statement of "Achieving Each Individual's Highest Potential" symbolizes our commitment to provide the finest educational opportunities for every student and every employee. We are proud of the Bonneville School District.
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ACCREDITATION...
Bonneville High School and Hillcrest High School are accredited by the Northwest Accreditation Association, and middle schools and elementary schools meet approved State standards. Accreditation assures standards for class size, qualifications of teachers, school facilities, libraries, instructional materials and curriculum. Periodic reviews of schools, involving a self-study, consultant analysis and full report are required.
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CHARTER SCHOOLS...
Information concerning the District's Charter School Policy or Charter School Application Procedures can be found at the following address: /district/charter.html
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THE COMMUNITY
Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 is located in Bingham and Bonneville Counties, and comprises a portion of the city of Idaho Falls along with the incorporated cities of Ammon, Iona and Ucon. It also includes the unincorporated county areas to the north, south, and east of Idaho Falls.
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CURRICULUM...
Students are offered a strong instructional program that emphasizes the basic skills of language arts, mathematics, science, social studies and reading. The arts, foreign language, physical education, vocational training, and computer education are also provided.
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DISCIPLINE...
A "Code of Student Conduct " for students in kindergarten through the twelfth grade is utilized. The discipline code clearly outlines unacceptable student behaviors and penalties. A copy may be obtained through the District Office.
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FACILITIES... Phone Numbers (Area Code 208)
Phone Fax
District Office ................................ 525-4400 529-0104
Transportation ............................. 525-4412 525-4427
Food Services .............................. 525-4415
Finance ......................................... 554-6803
Maintenance ................................ 525-4449
Special Services ......................... 525-4414 525-4487
Technology .................................. 557-6816 525-5259
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Phone Fax
Ammon (K-6) .......................................... 525-4465 525-4467
Bridgwater (PreK-6) ............................... 552-5577 552-5578
Cloverdale (PreK-6) ............................... 525-4450 524-0171
Discovery (K-6) ....................................... 552-7711 552-7712
Fairview (K-6) .......................................... 525-4425 525-4426
Falls Valley (PreK-6) .............................. 525-4455 525-4459
Hillview (K-6) ........................................... 525-4460 525-4461
Iona (K-6) ................................................. 525-4440 525-4240
Mountain Valley (PreK-6)........................552-0866 552-0514
Rimrock (K-6) .......................................... 552-4667 552-4694
Tiebreaker (K-6) ...................................... 525-4480 525-4482
Ucon (K-6) ................................................ 525-4430 525-4477
Woodland Hills (K-6) .............................. 552-4850 552-4772
MIDDLE SCHOOLS Phone Fax
Rocky Mountain Middle School (7-8) 525-4403 525-4469
Sandcreek Middle School (7-8) 525-4416 525-4438
Telford Academy (7-8) 542-0283 524-2429
HIGH SCHOOLS Phone Fax
Bonneville High School (9-12) 525-4406 523-7014
Lincoln High School (9-12) 525-4447 525-4446
Hillcrest High School (9-12) 525-4429 525-4437
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FEDERAL PROGRAMS...
District 93 participates in both the Title I and Title VI programs of the Education Consolidation and Improvement Act. Title I provides funds for a supplemental reading/mathematics program for students needing assistance. Title VI is utilized to increase Media Center library books, AV materials and equipment to enhance the educational programs of the District. It has also been utilized to provide training for administrators and teachers.
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FINANCES...
Bonneville Joint School District No. 93 is one of the major businesses in Idaho Falls with a total 2009 - 2010 budget of $103 million. It is the seventh largest district in Idaho, educating approximately 10,000 students with a general fund budget of $50 million. All other funds, including Federal Programs, Food Service Programs, School Plant Facility Funds, Bond Redemption Funds, and Trust Funds totals $53 million.
Revenues are received and appropriated from Federal, State, and local sources. The local taxpayers of Bonneville County have traditionally supported a better education for students by approving School Plant Facility Levies and Bonding for school buildings as needed.
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PROFESSIONAL STAFF...
The District employs nearly 600 certified teachers and administrators. Many have advanced degrees and training. Staff members are encouraged to seek additional training and education. Graduate work is available through Idaho State University in Pocatello, and many classes are offered locally through the extension services of several universities, as well as through the District. A comprehensive teacher evaluation program has been adopted for improving teaching competencies and professional growth. A portion of that program also provides training for administrators as well as teachers.
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SCHOOL REGISTRATION...
Classes begin in late August or early September, and continue for a total of 176 days per year. Middle Schools and High Schools pre-register in the spring; all elementary students must register each fall. According to state law, children registering for kindergarten must be five years old by September 1, and are pre-registered in the spring. Parents of students new to the District should register at the neighborhood school. Immunization records and birth certificates must be presented at the time of registration.
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SCHOOL BOARD...
The School Board consists of five elected trustees, representing zones in the District. Board members are elected for staggered three-year terms. Meetings of the Board are held at 7:30 p.m. the second Wednesday of the month. All regular meetings are announced in advance, and the public is invited to attend. Patrons may participate in regular meetings through a request to be placed on the agenda by calling the Superintendent's office (208-525-4400) by 11:00 a. m. Wednesday of the week preceding the meeting.
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THE SCHOOL DISTRICT...
With a student population of approximately 10,300, Bonneville School District is the 7th largest district in Idaho. Roughly 65 percent of all students are transported to and from school, with instruction taking place in 23 locations throughout the District. These include:
- the Bonneville Early Intervention Center, a developmental preschool,
- 13 elementary schools for grades PreK-6,
- Bonneville District Virtual Academy, schooling at home, serving grades K-9,
- two comprehensive middle schools for grades 7-8,
- an alternative middle school for grades 7-8,
- two comprehensive high schools for grades 9-12,
- an alternative high school for grades 9-12,
- Teton Peaks Academy for special needs students in grades 7-12,
- eCenter an online learning high school for both full-time students and those requiring credit acceleration or recovery,
- and comprehensive Special Education programs operating throughout all locations.
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SPECIAL EDUCATION...
The District has a comprehensive Special Education program serving the handicapped, as well as gifted and talented students. The services include social work, psychological testing and therapy, vocational training, prevocational counseling, and preschool activities. Speech and hearing therapy, and homebound teaching are also provided.
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TESTING PROGRAM...
The District has a comprehensive student evaluation and testing program. Tests are administered at various grade levels to determine student programs and ability. We have a sophisticated testing program that utilizes standardized normative tests, summative tests and diagnostic tests.
Elementary students will take:
- ISAT tests in grades 2-5 (Determine proficiency in Math, Reading, Language Arts)
- IRI Tests in grades K-3 (Determine grade-level proficiency in Reading)
- Accelerated Reader tests in Reading in grades 1-5
- Early Reading Literacy Tests as a part of our District's Reading Program in grades 2-5
- Accelerated Math and Saxon Math testing in various combinations throughout the district's elementary schools
- DMA Tests in Grade 4 (Mathematics)
- DWA Tests in Grade 5 (Writing)
- NAEP Testing in Grade 4
Secondary Students will take:
- ISAT Tests in grades 6-9 (Determine proficiency in Math, Reading, Language Arts)
- 10th Grade ISAT (options exist to take this test twice/year until all parts are passed)
- Accelerated Reader testing in grades 6-7
- Accelerated Math testing in grades 6-8
- DMA Tests in Grade 6, 8 (Mathematics)
- DWA Tests in Grade 7, 9 (Writing)
- NAEP Testing in Grade 8, 12
- ACT or SAT for college/university entrance during the 12th grade
- Various End-of-Course Assessments in some classes. We are currently creating ECA's for most secondary courses and will adopt them as they are completed. Eventually we expect students to demonstrate proficiency in courses by successfully completing the course's ECA.
We currently use the results of testing to adjust classroom instruction at all levels, and are training teachers in best practices of instruction informed by assessment. We believe that testing should be a part of learning within the classroom... otherwise it obstructs a student's improvement. Our emphasis for classroom assessment is 'ASSESSMENT FOR LEARNING'. We believe that we can help teachers at all levels use assessments to improve classroom instruction. We have arranged additional time for 2003-2004 for teachers to receive appropriate inservice and training that will allow this to happen.
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VOTER INFORMATION...
School elections are held for approval of tax levies, bonds, and for the selection of School Board Trustees. To vote in Idaho school elections, a person must be eighteen years of age or older, must have resided within the boundaries of Bonneville Joint School District No. 93, be a registered voter and a citizen of the United States. In Trustee elections, a voter must live in the specified school Zone.
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