- By: Minidoka County School District
The Difference Between a Cold and the H1N1 Symptoms
We have had many questions about the differences between a cold and the Swine Flu. This article may help you understand the differences.
Articles Posted in October 2009
- By: Dr. Scott A. Rogers, Superintendent, Minidoka County Schools
New Zone 5 Trustee
At a Special Board Meeting last night, the board interviewed seven very qualified individuals for appointment to the vacant position in Zone 5. Please join with us in welcoming Mark Sanderson as the new Zone 5 Trustee. Mark was appointed to this position last night and will be seated at the Board Meeting on October 19, 2009 at 7 pm at Minico High School. Mr. Sanderson will serve until the next Annual Meeting (July 2010) of the Board of Trustees. Congratulations to Mark and thank you to all of those who interviewed.
- By: Dr. Scott A. Rogers, Superintendent, Minidoka County Schools
Attendance... District Goal 97 percent
Student achievement is directly tied to attendance. When children are in classrooms receiving daily instruction and encouragement from the teacher, success is within the reach of every child! Regular attendance is vital to a child achieving and learning to their greatest potential. Research shows that attendance is the single most important factor in student success in school. We, as educators, are responsible for teaching and helping children succeed. Learning builds day by day. A child who misses a day of school misses a day of valuable learning. Children can make up assignments when they are absent, but they miss out on the important discussions, the questions, the explanations by the teacher, and the thinking process that helps learning come “alive”. Research also indicates that children who are in school most of the time achieve much better on state tests (such as the ISAT) and college placement/aptitude tests.
- By: Dr. Scott A. Rogers, Superintendent, Minidoka County Schools
Region 4 Secondary Science Teacher of the Year
Wow! We have such excellent teachers in this district. Congratulations go out to Gwen Leone from East Minico on her nomination and selection as Region IV Secondary Science Teacher of the Year. And thank you all for your efforts and quality teaching on behalf of our kids.
- By: Rene R. LeBlanc, District Director, South Central Public District Health
H1N1 Vaccination Update
Principals & Secretaries:
Please read the attached letter from South Central Health District. The allotments to Idaho were far less than was promised (only 400 or so for the eight county region and 9000 total for the state). We obviously cannot control the availability of the vaccine, but we can use positive leadership to pass on the info and continue to do the best we can with our prevention efforts. We still need the permission form to complete a head count for future vaccination shipments. Please be positive and reassuring to parents and patrons that we are taking all the steps we can to keep kids safe and healthy. Thank you. I am a bit disappointed by this news. Thank you for all of the work to help get the parent letters out. Send any and all forms to the District Office on October 10. Stay tuned for more information.