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There’s still time to make a difference! Homelessness impacts a child’s ability to learn, but with your support, we can provide the stability they need. Just $25 can provide hygiene supplies for a family, $75 can fund equipment for extracurriculars, and $150 can feed a student for a month. Let’s help them focus on learning, not survival. Donate before Dec. 31 to help TFSD reach our goal of $5,000. Every dollar helps! https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/twin-falls-school-district #AvenuesForHope #LastChanceToGive #SupportTFSD
Meet a TFSD student who’s balancing schoolwork with the challenge of homelessness. “I do my homework at a local McDonald’s or coffee shop where I can get free Wi-Fi,” they shared. No student should have to struggle with finding a safe, quiet place to learn. Help us support students facing homelessness by donating to the Avenues for Hope campaign. Your contribution can provide food, supplies, and stability so they can focus on their education. Donate today: https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/twin-falls-school-district #AvenuesForHope #SupportTFSDStudents
Students get out at 12:45 on Friday!
Extracurricular activities help students feel connected to their schools and friends—but for students experiencing homelessness, participating in sports or music programs can be difficult without proper gear. Your donation of $75 to the Avenues for Hope campaign could help provide a student with athletic shoes or the supplies they need to join in. Let’s work together to give every student a fair chance to thrive! Donate here: https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/twin-falls-school-district #EveryDollarCounts #TFSDGivesBack
Kudos to Jennifer Fish for being December’s Classified Employee of the Month! Jennifer is the Library Tech at Morningside Elementary.
Jennifer is originally from Paul Idaho, where she grew up on a very big chicken farm called Merrill’s Hatcher. She chose this career because she can read all the picture books she wants! She draws inspiration from anyone who will read to her (Mrs. Friendly). She would like to be remembered as someone kind who cares. The best word to describe her is playful. She does not like shoveling snow but enjoys decorating stuff. Someday she would like to go parasailing. Her best day on the job was after reading the book WHOOSH! They got to go outside and shoot off mini rockets.
Principal Note:
Mrs. Fish is truly a remarkable member of the Morningside community. Her dedication to fostering a love for reading and her genuine care for students’ well-being makes her an invaluable asset. Her infectious energy brings the library to life, sparking students’ enthusiasm for books with spot-on recommendations that cater to each individual’s interest.
Felicitations Andrea Zamora for being December’s Certified Employee of the Month! Andrea is a Special Education teacher at Morningside Elementary.
Originally from Aberdeen Idaho, Andrea decided to become a teacher because children are her favorite people and she loves to teach and talk to them. The work that best describes her is optimistic and she draws her inspiration from her children. She would like to be remembered as a good person and would like to snorkel at the Great Barrier Reef someday. She enjoys paddle boarding but dislikes being late. Her favorite day is every day because there is always a positive in each day making them all the best.
Principal Note:
Mrs. Zamora has truly risen to the challenge as the FAST behavior teacher this year, demonstrating remarkable resilience, patience, and dedication. The start of the year brought unique difficulties, with shifting philosophies and staffing challenges, yet Mrs. Zamora’s commitment never wavered. She faced these early obstacles head-on, working tirelessly to create a structured, supportive, and successful program.
Through her consistency, clear expectations, and firm boundaries, Mrs. Zamora has earned the respect of her students and colleagues alike. Her dedication to fostering positive behavior and growth in her students has led to real, visible improvements. Mrs. Zamora may not always see the immediate impact, but her hard work is paying off in a profound way. Students are thriving, showing measurable progress in their behavior and interactions, all thanks to her steadfast efforts.
Her role is essential to the success of this program, and her influence is invaluable. Morningside is incredibly fortunate to have such a devoted, compassionate educator making a difference in the lives of these students every day. Thank you, Mrs. Zamora, for all that you do!
Congratulations Katie Schwabedissen, Certified Employee of the Month for December. Katie teaches language arts and Social Studies at O’Leary Middle School
Katie is a Twin Falls native who enjoys gardening and reading when she is not at work. Someday she would like to learn to speak Spanish fluently. She has always wanted to be a teacher. She loves working with kids and seeing them grow and change throughout the year. Her inspiration is when she sees her children being successful. Her best day on the job is when students from older grades (particularly graduating seniors) return to visit. She would like to be remembered as helpful to her students. A word that best describes her is caring.
Principal Note:
Ms. Schwabedissen is the manifestation of a master teacher. She cares deeply for her students and her curriculum. The last two years she has asked to have her 3 sections of Language Arts filled with the students that are struggling the most. She makes sure that there are accommodations that are appropriate for them but is still holding them to the same standards as the other teachers at the school. Her students showed great growth last year and I expect that this year’s students will be just as successful.
Looking for a fun holiday activity that the whole family can enjoy? Do you love Studio C and or Whose Line is it Anyway? Then TFHS Theater has the activity for you! Come see our Holiday Comedy Show on December 13 and 14 at 7 PM. We will be featuring holiday themed original comedy sketches written by the students and faculty of the theater department at TFHS, as well as performances from our in-house improvisation troupe, The Whoopsie Daisy Show! Admission is just $2 per person! Also, Santa will be in the house ready to visit with the kids after the show! Come let us have you "laughing all the way" to winter break and help support the theater arts program at TFHS while you're at it!
Imagine trying to finish your homework in a car or a crowded space with no privacy. That’s the reality for some of our students experiencing homelessness. TFSD is committed to ensuring all students have the resources they need to succeed in school, and we need your help. Every donation to the Avenues for Hope campaign will help provide essentials like food, hygiene supplies, and more. Let’s give these students a fighting chance! Donate here: https://www.avenuesforhope.org/organizations/twin-falls-school-district #AvenuesForHope #SupportTFSD
Join us for the Christmas Concerts!
🌟🙌 Here are some highlights from Service Learning Day at Bridge Academy! Our students had the opportunity to choose from four fantastic community service locations: Morningside Elementary School, the Pet Shelter, Habitat for Humanity ReStore, and Mary Alice Park.
It was a wonderful day filled with meaningful work, and we couldn’t be prouder of how our students supported the community! 💚 Thank you to everyone who participated!
#BridgeAcademy #ServiceLearning #CommunitySupport #MakingADifference
Happy Thanksgiving! We are so grateful for our incredible students, dedicated staff members, and the supportive community that makes public education thrive.
Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday! 🦃
Have a wonderful break Morningside Mustangs! See you December 2nd.
🏀🎉 Gear Up and Give Back! 🎉🏈
Join us for a FREE Sports Gear Donation Drive! 🌟
📅 Date: November 15
🕕 Time: 6-8 PM
📍 Location: Canyon Ridge High School Cafeteria
Come collect the gear you or your kids need to play sports! We’re accepting new or gently used shoes, new athletic socks, and school sports gear—let’s help our community stay active and healthy!
Spread the word and bring your friends! Together, we can make a difference! 🙌💚 #GearUpGiveBack #CommunitySports #FreeGear
📚✨ Exciting day at Morningside Elementary! Students from Bridge Academy had a wonderful time reading with the 1st graders. What an amazing group of enthusiastic readers and attentive listeners! Thanks for making literacy fun! 🌟📖
#ReadingBuddies #BridgeAcademy #MorningsideElementary
🕺🎉 Morningside is dancing into the weekend with their Friday morning dance parties! It’s the perfect way to wrap up the week and boost those Friday vibes. They even had a mini Mr. Hodges joining the fun! 🎶✨
#FridayDanceParty #MorningsideFun #MiniMrHodges
🏀🎉 Gear Up and Give Back! 🎉🏈
Join us for a FREE Sports Gear Donation Drive! 🌟
📅 Date: November 15
🕕 Time: 3:30-5 PM
📍 Location: Canyon Ridge High School Cafeteria
Come collect the gear you or your kids need to play sports! We’re accepting new or gently used shoes, new athletic socks, and school sports gear—let’s help our community stay active and healthy!
Spread the word and bring your friends! Together, we can make a difference! 🙌💚
#GearUpGiveBack #CommunitySports #FreeGear
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
Where do I vote?
At your regular polling place. To determine your polling place or for more information about absentee voting, please visit voteidaho.gov or call the Twin Falls County Clerk at 208-736-4004.
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
Leading up to Election Day, you'll see posts from the TFSD regarding the Supplemental Levy. We hope these posts provide information so that all community members can make an informed decision on election day.
When is the election?
November 5, 2024, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. In addition, eligible voters have the opportunity to vote early with mail-in ballots and early in-person voting at Twin Falls County West, 630 Addison Ave. W. You can learn more about voting at voteidaho.gov
The estimated average annual cost to the taxpayer on the proposed levy is a tax of $91 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. The proposed levy replaces an existing levy that expires on June 30, 2025 and that currently costs $72 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if the proposed levy is approved, the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value is expected to increase by $19 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. To put it in perspective, the estimated tax impact of the proposed levy equates to $7.58 per month for every $100,000 of taxable property value (after homeowners exemption). This would be an increase of $1.58 per month per $100,000 of taxable value from the current levy rate.
To learn more about the supplemental levy, visit https://www.tfsd.org/supplemental-levy/
