Thank you for your patience and support over the last two weeks.
Our Director of Transportation experienced very difficult personal circumstances this summer that delayed bus route setup. She will be back on duty tomorrow, Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
We’re deeply grateful for our staff and community who stepped up to keep students safe and supported. Moving forward, we are working to prevent disruptions like this in the future. Thank you for your continued understanding, kindness, and teamwork.
Our Director of Transportation experienced very difficult personal circumstances this summer that delayed bus route setup. She will be back on duty tomorrow, Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
We’re deeply grateful for our staff and community who stepped up to keep students safe and supported. Moving forward, we are working to prevent disruptions like this in the future. Thank you for your continued understanding, kindness, and teamwork.
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.)
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.)
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.
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!
Topics: Levy • Zone 1 School Board Trustee Opening • Cooks Center Resources.
Parents & community members encouraged to attend!
🚨 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! 💛
❗ 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! 💛
📣 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!
#SchoolUpdate #ParentInfo #PaySchools #LunchProgram #BackToSchoolReady
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!
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!
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.
&
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
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
The Boys and Girls Clubs of Magic Valley are offering great programs both for summer and next school year! Check out the attached flyers and take advantage of these awesome opportunities.
Email jwilliams@bgcmv.com or avelazquez@bgcmv.com with questions or to schedule an appointment to register your child.
Congratulations to our classified staff of the year Daisy Diaz & teacher of the year Terri Bruns! Thank you for everything you do!
Congratulations to our classified staff of the year, Daisy Diaz! Thank you for everything you do!
Scan the QR code to find local resources
Optional Vaccine Clinic for 7th and 12th Grade Student. Friday, October 11th. Please see flyer for more information.
Flu Mist for Students
Flu Mist Info: South Central Public Health will be at your child's school on Oct. 7th or 8th (please refer to the schedule below) to offer the flu mist to students and the flu shot to staff. It is completely optional. If you want your student to receive the flu mist, you must fill out and send the parent consent form with them that day complete with signature and insurance info (if applicable). You may obtain this form from the office, or you scan the QR code and print it at home. Please contact the Heyburn SCPHD office for questions re: cost for the flu vaccine at 208-678-8221
Oct. 7:
8 am - 8:30 am - Mt. Harrison High School
8:45 am - 10:15 am - Heyburn Elementary School
10:30 am - 11:15 am - West Minico Middle School
11:30 am - 1 pm - Paul Elementary
1:20 pm - 3:30 pm - Rupert Elementary
Oct 8:
8 am - 8:45 am - District Office/ Preschool/ MJH
9 am - 10:30 am - Minico High School
10:45 am - 11:30 am - St. Nicolas
11:45 am - 1:15 pm - East Minico
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm - Acequia
Minidoka County Souper Bowl. Support our local food banks!
Take a look at this fun community event presented by HOPE!
Join us for a community event presented by Mini-Cassia PAUSE. The community event is for parents only on Monday, September 9 at the King Fine Arts Center
Don't forget to pay for your child's Device Protection Plan. The protection plan is optional. If you choose not to purchase it, you will be responsible for the full cost of repairs associated with your child's device. The plan is $25 and must be paid by September 30th. The cost is $20 if paid before August 30th. For more information about the Device Protection Plan please visit https://www.minidokaschools.org/page/device-protection-plan
South Central Public Health is providing a Back to School Vaccine Clinic on Monday, August 5th at East Minico from 9am-1pm and Tuesday, August 6th at West Minico from 9am-1pm. Students need vaccinations before Kindergarten, 7th grade, and 12th grade. Please bring your vaccination 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
