Cheetah Chatter! April 10, 2026

Posted Date: 04/10/26 (03:47 PM)

Thank You, Cheetah Families! 🐾

A huge thank you to everyone who came out to support our Chick-fil-A fundraiser! We are thrilled to announce that together, we raised $1,256.00 for our school.

It was wonderful to see so many families and friends enjoying dinner together. A highlight of the day was definitely having the Chick-fil-A Cow join us at Reed to help start and end our day with some extra school spirit!

We truly appreciate your incredible support and for making this event such a success.

AVID: Preparing for Spring Assessments

As we approach spring assessment season, our students are using their AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) strategies to stay focused and prepared. AVID isn't just about college readiness; it’s about having the right "toolbox" for any challenge!

Tip for Families: Help your student prepare by ensuring they get a good night's sleep and a healthy breakfast. You can also ask them to "teach" you one concept they reviewed in class today—teaching others is one of the best ways to master a topic!

LEGO League Expo this Saturday!

Kuna School District is excited to host our district-wide elementary school LEGO League Explore Expo! We are excited to see the hard work and creativity of approximately 35 teams from across our six elementary schools.

We'd love to have you come cheer on Reed's teams!

Event Details

Location: Kuna Middle School
Date: Saturday, April 12, 2026
Time Commitment: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Incoming Kindergarten Families: We Can’t Wait to Meet You!

Calling all incoming kindergarteners for the 2026-2027 school year! Our Kindergarten Open House and Screener is just around the corner. This is a wonderful opportunity to see the school, meet our amazing teachers, and help us get to know your new student.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Reed Elementary School

Please make sure to sign up for a specific time slot so you can meet one of our teachers for the screening process. We are so excited to welcome our newest Cheetahs to the family!

Launching into 6th Grade Craft Fair!

Calling all families and friends! Our current 5th grade class is preparing for their big transition, and they need your support. Our fifth grade parents are leading the charge as our students get ready for the transition to middle school.

Launching into 6th Grade Craft Fair is almost here, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate their hard work and creativity.

Event Highlights

Hand-Crafted Items: Browse a unique selection of goods created by our talented students.
Bake Sale: Enjoy delicious treats and sweets.

A Message from PTO

Carnival is Coming!

Mark your calendars! Our annual school carnival is happening on May 2 from 12:00–3:00 PM—you won’t want to miss this fun-filled afternoon for the whole family!

Ticket presales are happening now through April 22. Order forms were sent home with students, so be sure to check backpacks and return them soon to save time on carnival day.

s We need your help to make this event a success! We’re looking for parent volunteers to run games and teen helpers to join in the fun. Please consider signing up using the links below:

Parent Volunteer Sign-Up: Parent Volunteers
Teen Volunteer Sign-Up: Middle School and Highschool Volunteers

Thank you for supporting our school—we can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Mother / Son Dodgeball | April 25

Calling all mothers and sons! Join us for a fun-filled evening of dodgeball for grades K–5 on April 25.

This event will be held at Fremont Middle School—come ready to play, laugh, and enjoy time together.

We hope to see you there!

Mayor's Youth Award

Here is a chance to celebrate our youth!

The City of Kuna is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Mayor’s Youth Awards! Recognize outstanding youth ages 10–18 who make a positive impact in our community.

Nominations are open April 1–24, with honorees celebrated in May.

Picking Up Students Early

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!

Food Service and Food Allergies Information

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.

https://www.kunaschools.org/nutrition

April 11: LEGO League Expo

April 16: SPOT Drawings

April 15: Incoming Kindergarten Open House (2:00-6:00 PM)

April 17: No School

April 18: Launching into 6th Grade Craft Fair

April 23: Popcorn Sale before school!

April 24: 5th Grade BSU Field Trip

May 2: PTO Carnival

May 4-8: Teacher Appreciation Week

May 6: SPOT Drawings

May 7: School Store

May 25: Memorial Day- No School

May 26: Field Day

May 29: Yearbook Signing, Kindergarten graduation, Family Picnic

Overhead view of a school parking lot with directional arrows for drop-off and pickup.

Pick Up, Drop Off, and Parking Lot Safety

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.

Drama Camp is Coming!

Get ready for the spotlight! Registration is now open for the K–8 Drama & Theatre Summer Camp, running June 8–12 at Ross Elementary. Led by Kuna High Theatre Arts students and alumni, this high-energy week features daily workshops in improv, costume design, and scene development, culminating in a live performance of Boughser, The Too Proud Tree on June 12 at 6:00 PM.

The cost is $125 if you register before May 22 ($150 after) and includes a camp T-shirt, snacks, and art supplies. To secure your child’s spot, scan the QR code on the flyer, use this link:

https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/kuna-high-schoolkuna-high-school/69989dbcf271df63660a75f1 or contact Program Director Brett Eshelman at bmeshelman@kunaschools.org.