Mountain View School District #244

Hello, There has been some confusion regarding the timing of the Deconsolidation Hearing tonight. The meeting will begin at 6pm, in the CVHS Library. Thank you.

The first deconsolidation hearing is available to watch on the district website! All the info available regarding the deconsolidation is accessible at https://www.sd244.org/page/deconsolidation including the latest deconsolidation info update from Trustee Harrington and Trustee Myers.

Idaho County Clerk, Kathy Ackerman, visited the Grangeville High School senior Government class to discuss how to vote and the procedures for voting. Her presentation included information about the process for students to register to vote.

The fourth grade students at GEMS were provided an authentic learning experience at the Lochsa Ranger Station. This location is important because the Nimiipuu Trail and Lewis and Clark Trail cross in the Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests. This school year, fourth grade students will learn about Idaho's history including how explorers impacted western expansion and the creation of the State of Idaho. The Lochsa field trip allowed the students to explore early life in Idaho by experiencing the importance of blacksmithing, how resources from the forest provided housing materials, and how food preparation was achieved by early settlers. We appreciate how volunteers, parents, and the Forest Service Rangers began this year's learning for our students.

Today, the Grangeville High School duel credit Technical Math and Agriculture class listened to guest speakers from the local McGregor Company. Jill Smith (2019 GHS Graduate) and Rainey McKeirnan demonstrated the Tee Jet box. It uses technical math to determine the spraying requirements for fertilizers and crop maintenance in area fields.

Over the weekend of September 13-15, Clarkston High School in Clarkston, Washington experienced a security concern. In response to a report of a threat, increased security measures were taken. We applaud the response of the school district in taking steps to protect students, as Mountain View School District continues to hold school security as a priority. Frustratingly, multiple social media posts were later made that exacerbated the situation and spread concern throughout the Lewis and Clark Valley. Students are encouraged to See, Tell, Now when they have concerns for their safety or the safety of other students. It is important for us to help students understand that the “Tell” portion of that process means telling a parent, trusted adult, and/or school official immediately. Social Media posts from unofficial sources only cause further fear and confusion. Thank you in advance for working with the District in helping your child understand the importance of following the proper protocols for school safety while not causing further harm in spreading social media rumors. More information about the See, Tell, Now program can be found at: https://www.sd244.org/page/see-tell-now

The internet connection has been restored to Clearwater Valley Elementary. Thank you for your patience.

Mountain View School District is looking for interested patrons to serve on a Policy Committee for the 2024-2025 school year. The committee will review district policies and make recommendations to the Board of Trustees in regard to possible edits. The committee will meet twice monthly at the District Office at 714 Jefferson, Grangeville, Idaho. If you are interested in supporting the District through your participation on the committee, please send a letter or email to Alica Holthaus. (Superintendent Alica Holthaus, 714 Jefferson St., Grangeville, ID 83530 OR holthausa@sd244.org) Deadline - August 29, 2024 The committee will include 5 patrons. If more than 5 letters of interest are received, the Board of Trustees will randomly draw from the pool the names of 5 applicants at their September meeting.

Staff members that have been with the district for more than 5 years were recognized at the Mountain View School District Welcome Back Staff Meeting. Those staff members with the District longer than 5 years are pictured. The employee continuously working for the District is included in the picture. She has worked for the District for 35 years. Please join us in congratulating Michelle Tosten on her 35 years of distinguished service to the children of our District!

The staff of Mountain View School District #244 started their Welcome Back meeting on August 20, 2024 with the Pledge of Allegiance. There is no better way to start the new school year. Watch here! - https://youtu.be/Vko5LkfCSZE

The watering system at the Idaho County Fair Grounds - the "lickets"- were way too high for the pigs to drink from easily. The 4Hers worried about their pigs getting enough water. For years, there has been discussion about moving the "lickets" This summer students from the GHS Ag class took on this public service project. We look forward to less worries at the fair.

The Superintendent Meet & Greet is available online at the link below: https://youtu.be/NnRLU7s1XJA Thank you to all who attended.

SUPERINTENDENT CANDIDATE FORUM SCHEDULE AND INFOGRAPHIC AVAILABLE Click the link to view: https://5il.co/2orgq

Summer Food Service Program meal service information: Clearwater Valley Elementary School: 8/12 - 8/15, 12pm - 1pm Grangeville Elementary Middle School: 7/29 - 8/8, 12pm - 1pm

USDA's Summer Nutrition Programs for Kids is now available: Families now have more ways to get their kids the nutrition they need in summer when school meals aren’t available. USDA’s SUN programs offer convenient, flexible options to help kids reach their full potential! Click the following link to get more info- https://www.fns.usda.gov/summer

This Monday, June 17th, 2024, at 6:00pm PST, there will be a meet and greet forum for the MVSD superintendent applicants. The forum will be hosted at the Grangeville Senior Center: 108 Gville Truck Rte, Grangeville, ID 83530 All in the Mountain View School District communities are welcome to come and engage. Thank you. See Public Notice posting here: https://5il.co/2ohle

Election Results will be posted at the following link, no earlier than 8pm. https://www.livevoterturnout.com/ENR/idaho/132/49/en/Index_132.html Thank you for voting! Every vote counts and your commitment to making your voice heard is truly appreciated.

The Grangeville High School Ag classes are selling some of their fabrications today! Call (208) 983-0580 for more info!

March 11 Board Meeting Location Change! The meeting will now be held at GHS. Open session begins at 6. Agenda - https://5il.co/2ezfi

Parents of students, K-12, can apply for the "Empowering Parents" grant to receive money for school devices, technology, supplies, and even testing credits. The application window is open now! Apply at empoweringparents.idaho.gov