Early in-person voting for the May 19, 2026 Election is open May 4 through May 15, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Minidoka County Clerk’s Office, 715 G Street, Rupert.
Plan ahead and make your vote count.
Please see the attached flyer for an important update regarding our Community Town Hall Meeting for the School Levy.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Wilson Theatre
Please help us share this updated date with families and community members who may be planning to attend.
Thank you for your support, and we hope to see you there.
Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros nuevos estudiantes de kínder. Acompáñenos al Pre-Registro de Kínder el 24 de abril, de 8:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m. en Acequia, Heyburn, Paul o Rupert Elementary. No olvide traer a su estudiante, certificado de nacimiento y cartilla de vacunas.
Date Change!
Please see the attached flyer for an important update regarding our Community Town Hall Meeting for the School Levy.
The meeting has been rescheduled to:
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
6:30–7:30 p.m.
Wilson Theatre
Please help us share this updated date with families and community members who may be planning to attend.
Thank you for your support, and we hope to see you there.
🌟 Free Early Childhood Special Education Screening 🌟
📍 Minidoka County School District
Does your child (ages 3–4) experience difficulties in:
🧠 Thinking skills or academics
🗣️ Speech or language
💬 Behavioral challenges
🏃 Motor skills or physical conditions
🤝 Social or self-help skills
👉 The primary purpose of Early Childhood Special Education is to provide early intervention for children with disabilities.
📅 Upcoming Dates:
April 24, 2026
📞 For more information, contact MCSD at 208-436-4727
#MinidokaSchools #StudentSuccess #AlternativeEducation #FamilyUpdate
Join us for a Community Town Hall Meeting on April 17 at 6:30 PM at the Wilson Theatre to learn how the school levy impacts our students, staff, and schools—and get your questions answered directly by district leadership.
💬 Let’s talk about what matters most to our community.
👥 All are welcome—bring a friend!
#MinidokaSchools #CommunityMatters #TownHall #GetInvolved
Want to stretch your food dollars and cook healthier meals your family will love? Join Cooking Matters for Families, a FREE 6-week course happening February & March 2026!
📅 Mondays | 5:30–7:15 PM
🗓 Feb 2, 9, 23 & March 2, 9, 16
📍 University of Idaho Extension
85 E. Baseline Rd., Rupert, ID
👨👩👧👦 Learn practical cooking skills
💲 Save money on groceries
🥕 Make nutritious meals together
⚠️ Spaces are limited!
👉 Register online: www.idahofoodbank.org/events
📞 Or call Misty at 208-577-2712
This class is offered in partnership with The Idaho Foodbank, Eat Smart Idaho, and University of Idaho Extension
💙 Honoring a Legacy of Service 💙
Students at Minico High School in Mr. Travis Kent and Brent VanEvery’s class recently completed a beautiful memorative bench to honor the mother of Coleen Jones, District Transportation Director.
Coleen’s mother dedicated more than 50 years of service to the district as a school bus driver and transportation department employee. This bench stands as a lasting tribute to her commitment, hard work, and the countless students she supported over the decades.
We are incredibly proud of our students for their craftsmanship, compassion, and for helping preserve the legacy of those who have served our school community so faithfully. 💙🚌
#MinicoHighSchool #StudentMade #HonoringService #SchoolCommunity #PrideInOurStudents
The Annual Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge is underway, and we’re proud to participate once again in supporting students and families in need across our community.
🏡 Donations accepted December 10–31, 2025
Every contribution—big or small—helps provide stability, resources, and hope for local students.
💙 Give online or by check:
https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/minidoka-school-district-331
Let’s come together and make a difference! 💛
#AvenuesForHope #MinidokaSchoolDistrict #CommunitySupport #SupportStudents
The Annual Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge is underway, and we’re proud to participate once again in supporting students and families in need across our community.
🏡 Donations accepted December 10–31, 2025
Every contribution—big or small—helps provide stability, resources, and hope for local students.
💙 Give online or by check:
https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/minidoka-school-district-331
Let’s come together and make a difference! 💛
#AvenuesForHope #MinidokaSchoolDistrict #CommunitySupport #SupportStudents
The Annual Avenues for Hope Housing Challenge is underway, and we’re proud to participate once again in supporting students and families in need across our community.
🏡 Donations accepted December 10–31, 2025
Every contribution—big or small—helps provide stability, resources, and hope for local students.
💙 Give online or by check:
https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/minidoka-school-district-331
Let’s come together and make a difference! 💛
#AvenuesForHope #MinidokaSchoolDistrict #CommunitySupport #SupportStudents
Check out these upcoming sessions and supports available at no cost to you.
Parents, the holidays can bring extra stress ️
Remember—Parent Coaching is a no-cost resource that offers personalized support for you and your child. From behavior challenges to seasonal overwhelm, you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Get ongoing support here: https://cookcenter.info/coaching
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.
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.
Topics: Levy • Zone 1 School Board Trustee Opening • Cooks Center Resources.
Parents & community members encouraged to attend!
❗ 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
