High School

Eye of the Tiger
The March 2010 issue of Eye of the Tiger has been published. Visit the JHS Online News website to read the March issue.

Middle School

Blue Team Activities
JMS students on the 7th grade BLUE TEAM have been doing some great reading projects! Visit Ms. Thornsberry's website to see pictures of the activites as well as samples of student work!

Summit

American Cancer Society Fundraiser

Summit Elementary will be holding a fundraiser to raise money for the American Cancer Society. Each classroom will have a collection jar. Students are asked to bring in any loose change they can afford and place it in their classroom jar. Watch for notes about other fundraising activities.

Jefferson

Jump Rope for Heart

On February 10 Jefferson Elementary held its "Jump Rope for Heart" party. Thanks to all of the parents and students for working so hard to gather donations for the American Heart Association.
Visit Jefferson's website to read more.

Horizon

Fall Carnival a Success

The Fall Carnival was held at Horizon Elementary on Friday, October 30. Horizon was pleased to see so many families come out and enjoy the evening. Many thanks to local businesses for their donations to the raffle. We also want to thank the many family members and friends who purchased raffle tickets! Visit Horizon's website to read more.

Jerome Middle School Art Students Complete Project
Students in Ms. Lori Cottle's art classes have finished their "Clay Animations" and are anxious to share them with you! Visit Ms. Cottle's website to enjoy the amazing creations.

8^th Grade Parent Orientation
All current 8^th graders and their parents are invited to Jerome High School on March 23, 2010 to receive more information about their upcoming high school experience. A general meeting will begin at 7 pm in the auditorium. This will be followed by 5 mini sessions covering the different offerings at JHS. Parents are encouraged to attend this orientation to better help students make course decisions for 9^th grade registration. Registration will take place on March 26, 2010 at JMS during 8^th grade reading classes.

Idaho English Language Assessment
In compliance with federal regulations, Jerome School District is administering the spring 2010 Idaho English Language Assessment. The testing window is from February 22 to April 2, 2010. All English Language Learner (LEP) specifically identified for a language development program for whom LEP funding are used will be assessed. The IELA is designed to assess the proficiency level of Limited English Proficient (LEP) students in the five areas of reading, writing, listening, speaking, and comprehension. The primary purpose of this assessment is to provide Idaho educators with proficiency scores for use in their schools, districts, and state, as mandated by the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. Click here for the English Parent Brochure. Click here for the Spanish Parent Brochure.

“Spirit of Idaho Award”

Senator Mike Crapo presented the “Spirit of Idaho Award” to the Tiger Health and Wellness Clinic Staff on February 19, 2010. The award was proudly accepted by the Jerome Middle School Gifted and Talented students, their teachers Mrs. Katie Cutler and Mrs. Sandy Nordquist, and their medical advisors Dr. David McClusky, M.D., and Jennifer Jones, R.N. The group also received a flag that had been flown over the US Capitol Building in their honor. The students presented a plaque to Senator Crapo embroidered with their logo and motto. The motto of the clinic is: “Who says kids can’t help?” Click here to read more.