NOTICE OF SCHOOL TRUSTEE ELECTION DEADLINES FOR DECLARATION OF CANDIDACY Minidoka County Joint School District #331 Public Notice is hereby given according to law, and the requisite action of the Board of Trustees of Minidoka County Joint School District #331: Minidoka, Cassia, Lincoln, Jerome, Idaho Counties that the annual School Board Trustee Election for Zone 1 and Zone 4 will be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Candidates interested in filing a declaration of candidacy must file no later than 5:00 p.m. August 29, 2025, with the county clerk. (Forms are available beginning August 18, 2025, with the board clerk at 310 10th St., Rupert, ID 83350.)
about 22 hours ago, Ellen Austin
🌟 Parent Workshop: READY! for Kindergarten 🌟 👶 Parents and caregivers of children ages 0–5 — come learn how to turn everyday moments into learning opportunities! 📚 Each FREE workshop includes tools, tips, and resources to make learning at home fun, easy, and effective. 🍎 Hosted by Minidoka School District in partnership with Idaho AEYC. 🗓 Workshop Dates (3-part series at 6:30 pm) Part 1: September 18 Part 2: October 9 Part 3: November 13 📍 Choose the school location most convenient for your family: Acequia Elementary Heyburn Elementary Paul Elementary Rupert Elementary ✨ Free child care & light refreshments provided!
Important Update for Minidoka & Cassia School Families 🌟 We’re excited to share that our local schools are launching an expanded mental health program—all designed to support students, parents, and staff in new ways!
What you need to know: • A $289,800 grant, funded by the Community Cares Foundation, will bring new online and local mental health supports for the next three years . • The program offers: • Live online webinar series spread across the year—choose from 500+ sessions on anxiety, depression, child development, parenting tips, self‑care, and more . • Free one-on-one online coaching, giving families flexible access to professional guidance from home.
7 days ago, Ellen Austin
Reminder: PPAT meets Tue, Aug 20 at 1:00 PM. Topics: Levy • Zone 1 School Board Trustee Opening • Cooks Center Resources. Parents & community members encouraged to attend!
9 days ago, Ellen Austin
First-day lunches are always full of excitement and chatter! Parents, a quick reminder - please label your child’s lunchbox with their name to help us keep things organized. 🥪🍎
10 days ago, Heather Hepworth
We’re back, and it feels so good! Nothing better than seeing our halls full again. Happy First Day, Eagles! 🦅
10 days ago, Heather Hepworth
🚨 PARENTS – IMPORTANT BUS REMINDER! 🚨 ❗ Do NOT send your child on the bus without knowing their home address — or having it written down and placed in their backpack. 🚌 If we don’t know where they live, we can’t get them home safely. Thank you for helping us keep every student safe and get them home on time! 💛
13 days ago, Ellen Austin
We’re looking for a Head Custodian to join our Acequia Elementary family! 🦅 If you or someone you know takes pride in keeping spaces safe, clean, and welcoming for students and staff, we’d love to hear from you.
📣 Attention Parents & Guardians! We’re excited to announce that our school is now using PaySchools for online payments! 💳✨
✅ What You Need to Do: 1️⃣ Register for a PaySchools account 2️⃣ Add your student using their student 5-digit number. Most students know the number to log in to computers, but you can call the school for more information. 3️⃣ Access important forms, including the Free & Reduced Lunch Application, located on the right-hand side of the dashboard
📄 Need help? Follow the attached instructions to get started!
Let us know if you have any questions — we’re here to help!
Minidoka School District Registration is Opening! 2025–2026 School Year
Online Registration Opens: August 1st Register from the comfort of your home!
Need help with in-person registration? Staff will be available from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM on the following dates:
Monday, August 4
Acequia Elementary
Rupert Elementary
East Minico Middle School
Minico High School
Mt. Harrison High School
Tuesday, August 5
Heyburn Elementary
Paul Elementary
West Minico Middle School
Minico High School
Mt. Harrison High School
For more information, contact your school office. Get ready for a great year!
28 days ago, Ellen Austin
Stay in the know! Our Acequia Elementary newsletter comes out on the 1st of each month and includes important calendar dates, PTO updates, and access to school documents and resources. It’s your go-to guide for what’s happening!
Here is our Back to School newsletter - be sure to check back often, as it will be updated when new information becomes available.
☁️ We’re on CLOUD 9 just thinking about it! Save the date: 🎉 Back to School Night 📅 Thursday, August 14 🕓 4:30–6:00 PM
More details coming soon... you won’t want to miss it!
about 1 month ago, Heather Hepworth
Back to School Vaccine Clinics for all ages (provided by South Central Public Health District).
Aug 4th at East Minico 1805 H St. Rupert from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
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Aug 5th at West Minico 155 S. 600 W. Paul from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.
The clinics will be inside the school this year. Vaccines are due before kindergarten, 7th, and 12th grade (if not exempting).
Please bring vaccination records and insurance cards. Without insurance, the price of each vaccine is $20. Please click the link below for more information.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1i6Kbg4RKA0vva69DawzJB8fLFycTYmVLs-W7KBIZbi8/edit?usp=sharing
about 1 month ago, Brittni Darrington
Parents, here’s our suggested supply list for the 2025–2026 school year at Acequia Elementary School. ✏️
about 1 month ago, Heather Hepworth
Public Notice: Fee & Budget Hearing
The Minidoka County Joint School District #331 Board of Trustees will hold its Fee and Budget Hearing on:
Monday, June 30, 2025
District Service Center, 310 10th Street, Rupert, ID 83350
6:00 PM – Budget & Fee Hearing (for the 2025–2026 school year)
This meeting is open to the public.
#MinidokaSchools #SchoolBoardMeeting #PublicHearing #EducationMatters
2 months ago, Ellen Austin
Here is our Eagle Newsletter - Summer Edition! This will be a working document throughout the summer, so please check back regularly for updates, important dates, and helpful information.
We’ve wrapped up another fantastic year and are so proud of all our students and staff. Wishing you a fun, safe, and relaxing summer. We’ll see you in August!
— Mrs. Hepworth & the Acequia Team 🌞
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3 months ago, Heather Hepworth
Free meals will be available for all children 18 and under starting next Monday, June 9th through August 1. We are operating mobile routes to serve more areas.*We will not be offering bulk boxes. Find a site near you using the maps attached or on our School Nutrition page: www.minidokaschools.org . For our Acequia families, there is a stop for you this year!
No registration required—just show up and enjoy a meal! Thanks, Katie Rogers, SNS
Any questions, please contact krogers@minidokaschools.org
3 months ago, Heather Hepworth
When we say last day vibes, THIS is what we mean!
These pick-up line pros didn’t get the memo… they made the memo—balloons, bubbles, and dancing to “Best Day of My Life” like it was their full-time job. 🫧💃🎈
Ending the year with sparkle, sass, and a whole lot of fun!
3 months ago, Heather Hepworth
Today we celebrated a big milestone—our 5th graders have officially closed their chapter at Acequia Elementary.
As they move on to new adventures, we hope they carry this message with them: The world needs who you were made to be. There’s no one else like you—and that’s your greatest gift. ❤️
Once an Eagle, always an Eagle. We’re so proud of you!
3 months ago, Heather Hepworth
Everything was BLUE to honor you—glow bracelets, necklaces, and a gym full of energy! We kicked things off with a student tunnel and ended with a dance party to remember. 🌀🎶
Reveur may have taken the crown, but every House earned this celebration. It was a year of heart, hustle, and house pride from everyone.
4 Houses. 1 School. One unforgettable year. 💙
