We spent time last week reflecting on student growth as grade level teams. We are proud of or Cheetahs for working hard to learn and grow. However, we are not done yet! We are in the thick of the learning, and we expect our teachers and students will continue to make strong gains as we prepare students for the expectations of the next grade level.
We are incredibly proud of our students for the perseverance and effort they are putting into their learning, and we are grateful for our teachers who continue to push themselves to meet students where they are and help them grow.
Your support at home also plays an important role in this success, and we appreciate the partnership we share with our families. Thank you for being part of a community that values learning, growth, and hard work. We look forward to continuing this momentum together.
We appreciate your partnership,
Principal Moore
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We were excited today to have Mrs. Stewart, of the KEF, come and present February's KEF Bridge Grant to Maestra Hernandez. Maestra Hernandez teaches fifth grade Dual Language at Reed. She is dedicated to bilingualism and cultural literacy. Maestra does more than just teach! She consistently goes above and beyond to ensure her students are developing into true bilingual learners. |
We are excited to share that this week celebrated the 100th day of school!
Each kindergarten classroom celebrated differently. Be sure to ask your student what their class did to celebrate 100 days of learning!
We look forward to celebrating this fun and memorable day with our students each year!
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Get those smiles ready! Dorian Spring Picture Day is officially scheduled for Monday , February 9th.
Unlike fall pictures, these are typically individual portraits with a spring flair. Please keep an eye out for order forms coming home in backpacks, or you can simplify your morning by ordering online ahead of time.
Quick Tips for a Great Photo:
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Bright Colors: Solid colors or simple patterns tend to photograph best.
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Avoid Large Logos: To keep the focus on your student's smiling face!
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Haircuts: If you're planning a trim, it’s often helpful to schedule it about a week before the big day.
We can’t wait to see all those bright Cheetah smiles!
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Our student leadership group, CAST (Connecting All Students Together), is excited to announce a community service project to support the Idaho Humane Society, and we are inviting everyone to participate!
From February 4th through February 13th, CAST students will be hosting a donation drive to help animals in need. To participate, students can bring donation items to school and place them in the designated collection boxes located in the front office.
Thank you for supporting our student leaders and for helping us show kindness to our local animals.
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If you have a 4th or 5th grader, and they have a talent they would like to share, please encourage them to audition for the upcoming Talent Show. Talent Show permission slips are due to the classroom teacher by February 13.
If your 4th or 5th grader is interested in auditioning, encourage them to keep practicing—auditions are coming up on February 18 and 19. We can’t wait to see our Cheetahs talents shine!
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At Reed Elementary, we are committed to building college and career readiness skills through AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination). You don't have to wait for the school bell to ring to practice these habits!
Help your student stay organized and sharp by trying these simple Writing & Reflection activities this week:
- Learning Logs: Ask your child to write a quick, two-sentence summary of what they read or learned today. It’s a great way to boost comprehension!
- Gratitude Notes: Encourage your Cheetah to write a short note or journal entry about someone or something they are thankful for.
- Cornell Note Practice: For our older students, try practicing the "three-section" paper method:
- Notes (the main details)
- Key Words (the big ideas)
- Summary (the "bottom line")
Why it matters: These tools help students process information more deeply and develop a "growth mindset" that will serve them all the way through graduation and beyond.
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Dual Language Program Information Night
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Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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Time: 6:30 PM
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Location: Reed Elementary Cafeteria
Program Details & Applications
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Target Audience: Families with children entering Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year.
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How to Apply: You can find more details and access the application via the school's Dual Language Program webpage.
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Kindness Gram Details
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Cost: 50¢ per Kindness Gram.
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Sales Dates: February 2nd through February 12th.
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When to Buy: Look for the table before school daily, or after school on two specific Wednesdays: February 4th and February 11th.
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Delivery: These tokens of appreciation will be hand-delivered to friends, besties, staff, and teachers right at school.
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Join us for the 4th Annual KSD College & Career Fair, designed for students in grades 5–12 and their families! Explore 100+ colleges, universities, trade schools, military branches, and local employers—all in one place.
February 25, 2026
Kuna High School Gymnasium
637 E. Deer Flat Rd., Kuna, ID 83634
Event Schedule:
5:00–6:30 PM: Grades 5–8
6:30–8:00 PM: Grades 9–12
Raffle prizes just for participating!
Food Trucks: Off the Grid Pizza & Rusty Dog Corn Dog
Questions?
Lots of prizes, food, and fun—don’t miss it!
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With the change in seasons, our Lost and Found is currently overflowing! To help us reunite lost items with their owners, please remember to label all coats, lunchboxes, hats, and water bottles with your child’s name.
If you’ve noticed something missing at home lately, please stop by the school to check the bins. We would love to get these items back to their rightful homes!
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It's that time of year again to kick off our Roaring Readers program!
Program Requirements:
To earn a free ticket to Roaring Springs, students must meet the following goals:
- Kindergarten – 4th Grade: 600 minutes
- 5th Grade: 800 minutes
Students must return their completed reading logs to their teachers no later than March 25, 2026.
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Is your little one preparing to start school? Join us for an informative Ready for Kindergarten Parent Workshop designed to help families navigate this exciting milestone! This session will provide valuable tools and insights to ensure a smooth transition for our future students.
Event Details:
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Location: Reed Elementary School
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Focus: Preparing children and parents for the kindergarten experience.
This workshop is a fantastic opportunity to ask questions, meet other families, and learn how to support your child's early academic journey. We look forward to seeing our future Cheetah families there!
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Enter to win a Big Al's Birthday Party Package worth $480!
Every raffle ticket sold will benefit teachers and students in the Kuna School District
When you purchase tickets, select the elementary school you would like to support. Each school will receive 50% of the sales of their tickets!
Tickets can be purchased online or at your school's family night event in January.
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Reed is a learning zone. We want to have uninterrupted instruction time and we want kids to be able to play with each other.
For that reason, we have any student with a cell phones or a smart device turn them off and leave them in their backpacks during the school day (except for documented medical uses).
Smart watches can be used as watches or tools (example: the calculator function), but not as a cell phone (example: texting).
If a student is using their phone or smart watch while on campus, we have them bring it to the office for the rest of the day. If they do it a second time, we have them bring it to the office and keep it there for a parent to pick up.
Please help us protect instruction and social interaction time.
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Dear Cheetah Families,
As we return to school following Winter Break, we know that many different viruses are continuing to circulate, and we are asking for your help to keep our students and staff healthy and in school. The health and well-being of our entire community is our top priority!
A key to maintaining a healthy environment is a strong partnership between home and school. Please help us by encouraging your child(ren) to practice these simple yet effective health habits:
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Hand Washing: Please encourage them to wash their hands frequently with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
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Hydration: Ensure they are drinking plenty of water throughout the day.
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Cover Coughs: Remind them to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue or their elbow when they cough or sneeze.
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Rest: Emphasize the importance of getting plenty of rest each night.
When to Stay Home
We know it's hard for students to miss school, but it is critical that if your child is not feeling well, they must stay home. Students and staff who come to school sick spread germs to others, causing widespread illness and making it harder for those who are sick to recover quickly.
Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for everyone!
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Just a friendly reminder....
If you need to pick up your child early, please call the office by 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, and by 12:30 PM on Wednesdays.
This allows us enough time to locate your child, as schedules often change throughout the day and students may be in specials, recess, or other activities. Calling ahead ensures your child is ready and waiting when you arrive.
Thank you for your cooperation and helping us keep dismissal smooth and safe for all students!
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Our Child Nutrition Program (CNP) is sharing this reminder about procedures regarding student food allergies and account information:
Allergy Accommodations
- A current medical statement must be on file in order to accommodate any meal-related allergies.
- Without this documentation, we cannot provide allergy accommodations.
Following Medical Statements
- When a medical statement is on file, we must follow it exactly as written.
- Any changes or deviations require updated documentation from the parent or guardian."
The CNP website is listed below. The form is called Meal Accommodation Form. It is available in English and Spanish.
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February 9: School Pictures
February 12: SPOT Store
February 16: No School (Presidents Day)
February 16-20: Kindness Week
February 18: SPOT Drawings
February 19: Popcorn Sale Before School
February 19: KMS/FMS Music Tour (5th grade only)
February 19: Reed Panda Express Fundraiser
February 27: End of Trimester 2
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Monday, February 16-Friday, February 20. Please see dress days below. Looking forward to seeing the school spirit our Cheetahs bring! |
- Safety of your child(ren) is our priority. Please pick up and drop off your child in the designated areas.
- NO drop-off/pick-up in the bus lane.
- No traffic or parking allowed in the bus lane.
- Please pull forward as far as you can. Students will use the sidewalks to get to the building/playground at the beginning of the day and again to get to you car at the end of the day.
- If you plan to walk up to pick up your students, please park in a parking spot in the parking lot and use crosswalks.
- Drop off may begin no earlier than 8:30 AM.
- Use designated cross walks to access the parking lot or playgrounds.
- Be patient, especially as we start the school year and the pick up/drop off routine are new to many families.
- Call the office by 2:00 PM if there will be a change in the way your child will normally go home so the teacher can be made aware of the change in plans.
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Michele Moore, Principal
mlmoore@kunaschools.org
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Q Buckley, Vice Principal
qdbuckley@kunaschools.org
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
- (208) 955-0275
- https://reed.kunaschools.org/
- 1670 Linder Road, Kuna ID 83634
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