Happy Friday!
As we wrap up February, it's amazing to see how fast the year is moving.
Today marks the end of Trimester 2. While the excitement of May and year-end celebrations is on the horizon, the next few weeks—both before and after Spring Break—are vital for student learning.
We have a lot of growth ahead of us in Trimester 3, and we look forward to making every moment count!
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This week, we are excited to celebrate National FFA Week! We want to extend a huge "Thank You" to our incredible AG Pals from Kuna High School.
Each year, these dedicated high school students partner with our 4th-grade classes to teach our Cheetahs about the amazing world of Idaho agriculture. From classroom visits to their biennial Ag Expo for our 1st and 2nd graders, the AG Pals bring learning to life in such a meaningful way.
The fun continues next week! On Friday, our 4th graders will be heading to Kuna High School for our 3rd Ag Pal meet-up of the year. We are so grateful for this partnership and the leadership these high school students show our younger learners.
Happy FFA Week!
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Report cards will be sent home on Friday, March 6. Please check for the report card envelope. |
Kuna School District is excited to host our district-wide elementary school LEGO League Explore Expo, and we need your help to make it a success! We are looking for 30 judges to help celebrate the hard work of approximately 35 teams from across our six elementary schools.
As a judge, you’ll get to:
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Interview teams about their LEGO models and research posters.
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Provide positive feedback to inspire students' interest in STEM.
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Celebrate the creativity and technical skills of our young roboticists.
No prior robotics experience is necessary! We will provide all the training and materials you need on the morning of the event. We just need your time, encouragement, and curiosity.
T Event Details
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Location: Kuna Middle School
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Date: Saturday, April 12, 2026
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Time Commitment: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
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Organization: The March "Reset"
Since March marks the start of Trimester 3, it’s the perfect time for a physical and mental organizational refresh.
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Binder Overhaul: Spend 15 minutes with your child clearing out old papers from Trimester 2. Ensure their dividers are labeled correctly and their pencil pouch is restocked. A tidy binder reduces "mental clutter."
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The "Two-Sentence" Learning Log: Instead of asking "How was school?", ask your child to write down (or tell you) two sentences about what they learned. This simple habit moves information from short-term to long-term memory.
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Agenda Check: Continue the habit of reviewing the school agenda nightly. Ask your child to explain one upcoming deadline or project they’ve noted.
🔍 Inquiry: Building "Level 2" Thinking
AVID uses "Costa’s Levels of Thinking" to move students beyond simple "yes/no" answers.
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"What If" Kitchen Science: While cooking, ask inquiry-based questions: "What if we doubled the baking powder?" or "Why do you think the water is boiling now?"
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Reading to Question: When reading together, don’t just ask what happened. Ask, "What do you think the character will do next based on what we know?" or "How would the story change if it were set in a different place?"
🤝 Collaboration & Writing
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Collaborative Goal Setting: In the spirit of "Kindness Month," set a family collaboration goal. Ask your child how they worked with a partner at school and try to mirror that teamwork during chores or weekend projects.
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WICOR in the Wild: Use the WICOR framework (Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, Reading) during everyday errands. At the grocery store, have your child "Inquire" by comparing prices or "Organize" the list by aisle.
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We are nearly ready to order 2025–2026 yearbooks. Please see the details below for early bird pricing and the regular sale. Your child’s teacher will be sending additional information home soon. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Martinez in the main office. |
Parents and guardians of students entering Kindergarten in Fall 2026–2027 are invited to join us for an informational evening hosted by Kuna School District. This session will include a Q&A and helpful information covering everything you need to know to prepare your incoming Kindergartener for a successful start to school.
We look forward to welcoming our newest Cheetahs and supporting you as you begin this exciting journey!
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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.
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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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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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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 24: Middle School Counselors visit 5th Grade
February 27: End of Trimester 2
March 2nd-6th: Read Week
March 6th: Ag Pals (4th Grade)
March 11th: SPOT Drawings
March 12th: SPOT Store
March 16th-20th: Spring Break (NO SCHOOL)
March 26th: Popcorn Sales
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- 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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