You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Bohlman – Special Education!
Mrs. Bohlman is beginning her 8th year in education and is excited to join the Warrior family for her first year at West Minico.
She loves middle school because it's a time when students are discovering who they are and who they're becoming. Mrs. Bohlman believes every student deserves to feel seen, supported, and like they truly belong. Students will quickly discover that she encourages them to embrace challenges because she knows they're capable of more than they sometimes believe.
When she's not at school, she enjoys spending time outdoors and soaking up everything nature has to offer.
🏔️ Mountains | 🌅 Sunrise | 🎬 Movies | 🌮 Tacos | 🍪 Sweet
💙 We're excited to welcome Mrs. Bohlman to West Minico and can't wait for our students to get to know her!
Don't forget West Minico Girl's Volleyball Tryouts are coming up on August 10 and 11 at 12:00 PM at West Minico.
Building a Safer West
Creating a place where students feel they belong also means creating a place where they feel safe.
This summer, a new fence was installed along the south side of our campus through a partnership between Minidoka School District and our neighbors at Spudnik. Because the fence sits along our shared property line, this project was truly a collaborative effort to improve the safety and security of our campus.
The new fence provides a clearer, more secure boundary while helping create a safer environment for our students, staff, and visitors each day.
We are grateful to Spudnik for partnering with us on this project and for their investment in our school community. Strong schools are built through strong partnerships, and we're fortunate to have community members who share our commitment to supporting West Minico students.
Every improvement—big or small—is another step toward creating a school where students can learn, grow, and thrive.
💙 One school.
💛 One community.
💙 You belong here.
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Dean – Life Science!
Mrs. Dean is beginning her fourth year in education and her fourth year at West Minico. Before becoming a teacher, she worked in the front office at Wright Physical Therapy, and she's loved investing in people throughout her career.
One of Mrs. Dean's favorite things about teaching middle school is that her students are at the perfect age—they're mature enough to have meaningful conversations but still young enough to be curious, explore, and have fun. She believes learning starts with curiosity and encourages students to keep asking questions while living the Warrior Way every day.
When she's not at school, you'll likely find Mrs. Dean at a hot yoga class. She enjoys staying active and taking time to recharge outside the classroom.
🌊 Beach | 🌄 Sunset | 🎬 Movies | 🍕 Pizza | 🍪 Sweet
💙 Mrs. Dean brings curiosity, enthusiasm, and a love of learning to West Minico, and we're so grateful she's part of the Warrior family!
Behind the Shine
When students return on the first day of school, they'll walk into clean classrooms, shiny floors, freshly mowed lawns, and a building that is ready to welcome them.
What many don't see is the incredible amount of work that happens throughout the summer to make that possible.
Our custodial and maintenance crews spend weeks deep cleaning classrooms, stripping and waxing floors, moving furniture, completing repairs, maintaining our grounds, and tackling countless projects throughout the building. Their hard work creates a safe, clean, and welcoming environment where students and staff can focus on learning from day one.
To our custodial and maintenance teams—thank you for the pride you take in caring for our school. Your work often happens behind the scenes, but it makes a difference every single day.
As our countdown continues, we're grateful for the many people working together to prepare West Minico for another great school year.
💙 One school.
💛 One community.
💙 You belong here.
You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Milliron – STEM, Drones, Computers & Journalism!
Mrs. Milliron is beginning her 26th year in education and her 10th year at West Minico. She loves creating hands-on learning experiences that encourage students to explore, solve problems, and discover new possibilities.
One of Mrs. Milliron's favorite things about middle school is that every day is a new adventure! She enjoys the energy and unpredictability her students bring and works to create a classroom where everyone feels safe, has a voice, and isn't afraid to explore something new. Students will also quickly learn that she appreciates a really good cup of coffee!
When she's not at school, you'll likely find Mrs. Milliron experimenting with a new recipe, keeping her sourdough starter, Willie, alive (which she says is a lot like raising a toddler!), or spending time with her family—especially her two grown kids.
🌊 Beach | 🌅 Sunrise | 🎬 Movies | 🌮 Tacos | 🍿 Salty
💙 Mrs. Milliron inspires our Warriors to think creatively, embrace new challenges, and never stop exploring. We're so grateful she's part of the Warrior family!
You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Breeding – 6th Grade Math!
Mrs. Breeding is beginning her 18th year in education and her third year at West Minico. Before becoming a teacher, she worked in a potato factory, and today she enjoys helping students discover that they are capable of far more than they may realize.
One of Mrs. Breeding's favorite things about middle school is that students are discovering who they are and what they believe. She loves being part of that journey and is committed to encouraging students every step of the way. Her students quickly learn that she believes in them—even when they don't believe in themselves yet—and she'll challenge and support them as they grow in confidence.
When she's not at school, you'll likely find Mrs. Breeding riding her motorcycle, kayaking, or planning her next travel adventure.
🌊 Beach | 🌄 Sunset | 📚 Books | 🌮 Tacos | 🍿 Salty
💙 Mrs. Breeding has a gift for helping students believe in themselves, and we're so grateful she's part of the Warrior family!
You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Naftel – Physical Science!
Mrs. Naftel is beginning her sixth year in education and her fourth year at West Minico. She has a passion for making science come alive and helping students discover just how incredible the world, and the universe, can be.
One of Mrs. Naftel's favorite things about teaching middle school is the curiosity her students bring every day. She loves the questions they ask, the problems they solve, and the excitement that comes from figuring out how the world works. If you spend much time in her classroom, you'll quickly discover that she has a special love for space and physical science and enjoys sharing that enthusiasm with her students.
Outside of school, Mrs. Naftel enjoys cheering on the Boise State Broncos and the Minnesota Vikings, spending time with her family, and hanging out with her Labrador retrievers.
🏔️ Mountains | 🌄 Sunset | 📚 Books | 🍕 Pizza | 🍪 Sweet
💙 We're grateful Mrs. Naftel is part of the Warrior family and can't wait to see where her love of science inspires our students to go this year!
For more information join the Band App or contact Coach Vivian Martinez .
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You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Ms. Browning – Family & Consumer Sciences!
Ms. Browning is beginning her 10th year in education and is excited to join the Warrior family for her first year at West Minico. She loves helping students discover who they are while exploring new interests and learning practical skills they'll use for years to come.
One of Ms. Browning's favorite things about middle school is that there's never a dull moment! She enjoys watching students grow in confidence as they challenge themselves to try something new. Students will quickly learn that she thrives in what she calls "organized chaos" and believes learning is most meaningful when you're willing to jump in, give it your best, and have fun along the way.
When she's not at school, you'll likely find Ms. Browning skiing, camping, traveling, catching a movie, or spending quality time with her family.
🏔️ Mountains | 🌄 Sunset | 🎬 Movies | 🍕 Pizza | 🍿 Salty
💙 Help us give Ms. Browning a warm Warrior welcome! We're excited for our students to learn, grow, and discover new passions with her this year.
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Anderson – 6th & 7th Grade Math!
Mrs. Anderson is beginning her 25th year in education and her sixth year at West Minico. Before becoming a teacher, she proudly served five years in the U.S. Navy, bringing a lifetime of experience and dedication to her classroom.
For Mrs. Anderson, teaching middle school is all about building connections. She loves walking alongside students through their successes, challenges, and everything in between. Known for her calm and patient approach, she enjoys finding creative ways to help students discover that math can be engaging—and maybe even a little fun! Most importantly, she wants every student to know they have a safe place where they can learn, ask questions, and grow.
When she's not at school, Mrs. Anderson loves traveling with her family and spending time with her dogs.
🏔️ Mountains | 🌄 Sunset | 🎬 Movies | 🍕 Pizza | 🍪 Sweet
💙 We're grateful Mrs. Anderson is part of the Warrior family and for the steady encouragement she brings to our students each day.
🍎 Great news for Minidoka families!
Minidoka County Joint School District will participate in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). During the 2026–2027 school year, every enrolled student at participating district schools may receive one breakfast and one lunch each school day at no cost, regardless of household income.
Families will no longer need to complete annual free and reduced-price meal applications. Please review the attached information for participating schools, second-meal pricing, previous meal balances, and other important details.
Healthy meals help students arrive ready to learn, grow, and succeed!
#MinidokaSchools #FreeSchoolMeals #CommunityEligibilityProvision #StudentSuccess #SupportingFamilies
You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Anderson – 6th & 7th Grade Math!
Mrs. Anderson is beginning her 25th year in education and her sixth year at West Minico. Before becoming a teacher, she proudly served five years in the U.S. Navy, bringing a lifetime of experience and dedication to her classroom.
For Mrs. Anderson, teaching middle school is all about building connections. She loves walking alongside students through their successes, challenges, and everything in between. Known for her calm and patient approach, she enjoys finding creative ways to help students discover that math can be engaging—and maybe even a little fun! Most importantly, she wants every student to know they have a safe place where they can learn, ask questions, and grow.
When she's not at school, Mrs. Anderson loves traveling with her family and spending time with her dogs.
🏔️ Mountains | 🌄 Sunset | 🎬 Movies | 🍕 Pizza | 🍪 Sweet
💙 We're grateful Mrs. Anderson is part of the Warrior family and for the steady encouragement she brings to our students each day.
The countdown to the first day of school is on, and we can't wait to welcome our Warriors back!
Here are a few important dates to save:
🗓 August 10
Registration Day ( In Person)
🕗 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at West Minico
💉 August 11
Back-to-School Vaccination Clinic
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at West Minico
🎒 August 20
6th Grade Orientation
🕢 7:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
🏫 August 24
First Day of School!
We'll continue sharing reminders, helpful information, and introductions to our amazing staff over the next few weeks, so be sure to follow along as we get ready for another great year at West Minico.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back!
💙 One school.
💛 One community.
💙 You belong here.
You Belong Here 💙💛
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Birch – Music & Choir!
Mrs. Birch is beginning her 16th year in education and her eighth year at West Minico. She loves sharing her passion for music while helping students grow in confidence and discover their unique talents.
One of Mrs. Birch's favorite things about teaching middle school is the energy her students bring each day and their ability to have fun while learning. Students quickly learn that she enjoys building relationships, but also values structure because she knows it helps everyone succeed. Above all, she wants every student who walks through her classroom doors to know they belong.
When she's not at school, Mrs. Birch enjoys curling up with a good book, crocheting, or spending time at the piano.
🌊 Beach | 🌅 Sunrise | 📚 Books | 🌮 Tacos | 🍪 Sweet
💙 We're so grateful Mrs. Birch is part of the Warrior family and can't wait to see another year of students finding their voices through music!
The countdown is officially on! In just 30 days, our hallways will once again be filled with smiling faces, new friendships, and the excitement of a brand-new school year. We can't wait to welcome our Warriors back!
As we count down to the first day of school, we'll be introducing our amazing staff, sharing behind-the-scenes preparations, highlighting important information, and giving you a look at all the exciting things happening at West Minico.
📅 Mark Your Calendars:
• August – Watch your email for Online Registration information
• August 10 – In-Person Registration 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. at West Minico
• August 11 – Vaccination Clinic at West Minico 9:00 AM -1:00 PM
• August 20 – 6th Grade Orientation 7:45–11:00 a.m.
• August 24 – First Day of School
We're looking forward to an incredible year together!
💙 One school.
💛 One community.
💙 You belong here.
Meet Your Warriors
⭐ Meet Mrs. Branson – Special Education (Life Skills)!
Mrs. Branson is beginning her 27th year in education and her second year at West Minico. Throughout her career, she's served in many roles—from yard aide and teacher to assistant principal and principal—but her passion has always been helping students grow.
She loves middle school students for their creativity, humor, and ambition. Students will quickly discover that Mrs. Branson has high expectations because she believes in them. She knows every student is capable of success and is committed to helping them build the confidence to see it in themselves.
When she's away from school, you'll likely find her cycling, gardening, painting, traveling, cheering on BYU football or the Seattle Seahawks, or simply finding ways to make people smile.
🌊 Beach | 🌄 Sunset | 📚 Books | 🌮 Tacos | 🍪 Sweet
💙 We're grateful Mrs. Branson is part of the Warrior family and can't wait to see the impact she'll continue to make this year!
