Monday, April 21

(No scheduled events)

Tuesday, April 22

• ⛳ Boys’ Golf – Nampa Christian Redhawk Invitational - 12:00–8:00 PM

• 🎤 Cascade’s Got Talent - 6:00–8:00 PM | Big Gym
  Don’t miss this fun evening of student talent and community celebration!

Wednesday, April 23

• 🎷 7th/8th Grade Band Festival (Caldwell) - 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

• ⛳ Girls’ Golf – Nampa Christian Redhawk Invitational - 12:00–8:00 PM

• 🐄 FFA Dairy Foods Contest - 7:30 AM–4:00 PM

• 👪 PTO Meeting - 8:00–9:00 AM | Room 135

Thursday, April 24

• 🎼 6th Grade Band Festival (Caldwell - 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
• 🍲📖 Soup & Script - 12:09–12:36 PM – Join us for lunch and a meaningful message.

• 💼 Career Fair - Secondary students will explore career pathways and connect with professionals.

Friday, April 25

• 🏃‍♂️ HS Track – Amy Christofferson Invite @ Homedale HS - 10:30 AM–11:30 PM

• 🏃 JH Track Meet @ Council - 9:30 AM–4:00 PM

Saturday, April 26

• 🏀 Girls’ Basketball Open Gym & Skills Development - 9:00–11:00 AM

• 👨‍👧 Daddy-Daughter Dance - 5:00–7:00 PM – A magical evening of dancing and memory-making.

Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,

As we approach the end of the academic year, we would like to remind all students that library books must be returned by Tuesday May 27, 2025.

Students will start coming home with overdue notifications. Please ensure that all books are returned in good condition. Any lost or damaged books will result in a fine to cover the cost of a replacement. If you have any questions or concerns about your child’s borrowed materials, please contact the school office or at the library (208) 630-6057 ext. 2150

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us maintain our library for all our students. We hope your child(ren) has enjoyed reading this school year.

Warmly,

Natalie Taylor

Elementary Librarian

We will be holding Kindergarten Registration on Friday, May 2nd, from 10:00–11:00 AM and 1:30–2:30 PM.
This is an exciting step in your child’s educational journey, and we look forward to welcoming our newest students! Please bring the following documents to complete the registration process:

• Your child’s birth certificate

• Proof of residency (e.g., utility bill, lease agreement)

• Immunization records

We look forward to seeing you there!

Parents in the Treasure Valley area are encouraged to join Idaho PTA, the Youth Mental Health Alliance and others on Saturday, April 26 at Eagle High School for the "More Social, Less Media" free community summit. The summit will feature hands-on workshops, interactive tech expo, food trucks and more. It will cover a variety of topics that affect students and families, including smartphone alternatives, internet security, home security and disconnecting from screens and connecting with the wider community. Parents are encouraged to drop in any time between 12 - 4 p.m. and free childcare is provided.

Members of the community can also sign up to volunteer at the event here. Learn more and sign up to attend at the button below:

This event provides parents with the tools, insights, and resources to better understand several of the major forces that are impacting your kids’ psychological, emotional, and physical well-being, including social media.

RSVP Here

Please continue to check our website for open coach positions for the upcoming school year!

https://www.cascadeschools.org/page/classifiedcoach-positions

What: Dream Big Career Connections Fair

When: Thursday April 24th 2025

Time: 1:30pm-4:30pm

Location: Cascade Schools Gym

Join us for this year's Career Fair, along with our 7th–12th grade students!
We’ll have representatives from various industries, hands-on activities, resume-building sessions, and mock interviews. It’s a great opportunity to connect with local employers and explore potential career paths. This event promises to be a valuable experience for both our students and the community!

For more information please contact our Guidance Counselor at:

candice@cascadeschools.org

Shore Lodge in Mccall is hosting a Career Fair on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025.

If you missed our February meeting, don’t worry! We’re hosting another informational meeting about the exciting opportunity for Cascade High School students to travel to Ireland and England in May 2026.

📅 Date: April 15th
📍 Location: Cascade School Board Room #135
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM

Come learn about this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Bring your questions and your wanderlust—we’ll handle the details. Click on the link below to RSVP - Please register even if you can't make it to the meeting, but would like the information.

Hope to see you there!

The IEP team is required to review a child’s progress at least once every three years through a reevaluation. This process ensures that the child’s educational needs are still being met and that any changes needed in services or supports are made. Parents play a vital role in the reevaluation by sharing insights on their child’s progress and advocating for necessary updates to the IEP​​.

Nicole Dellabalma

Director of Special Services

nicole@cascadeschools.org

A printable version has been uploaded to the documents section of the website. You can also click on the image to take you to the printable calendar location.

We are excited to introduce Anne Wilson as our new 3rd grade teacher at Cascade Elementary! Anne comes to us with over a decade of classroom experience and a deep commitment to helping each child grow both academically and personally. Known for her warm and structured teaching style, Anne creates classrooms where students feel safe, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential. She brings a strong background in literacy, a love of math, and a passion for designing lessons that meet the unique needs of every learner.

Anne’s student-centered approach shines through in everything she does—from creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences to building strong relationships with families. Her leadership in Response to Intervention (RtI) and her work developing school-wide academic supports show her dedication to making sure no child falls through the cracks. We are thrilled to welcome Anne to the Rambler family and can’t wait to see the joy and growth she will bring to our 3rd grade students!

The Idaho Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 1069, revising requirements for literacy support in grades K–3. Starting July 1, 2025, students who score below basic on reading assessments must receive at least 60 hours of extra support, while those at basic will receive 30 hours. The law emphasizes evidence-based instruction, parent involvement, and requires state-approved intervention tools.

Teachers and elementary administrators will also receive state-provided training focused on the science of reading. While the law offers valuable support for young readers, small rural districts like ours may face challenges with staffing, scheduling, and transportation under these new mandates.

We’ll continue working to ensure all students get the support they need to become confident readers by the end of 3rd grade.

Starting July 1, 2025, a new Idaho law (House Bill 396) updates school transportation rules. The law allows schools to use additional types of vehicles—like vans and activity buses—for specific student needs such as special education, preschool, and career training. Traditional yellow buses will still be used for most daily routes.

The law also includes updated safety inspection requirements and provides more funding flexibility for rural districts like ours. These changes help us operate more efficiently while continuing to prioritize student safety.

If you have questions about your child’s transportation, feel free to contact the district office.

The Idaho Legislature recently passed House Bill 305, updating how schools are funded for staffing. Starting July 1, 2025, schools like ours may see a slight increase in funding for teachers and administrators, with additional support for small districts like ours.

Key highlights:

• Extra staffing support for districts with fewer than 40 support units.
  

• Flexibility to use funds for virtual classes or shared staff.
  

• Kindergarten teachers can use the first week for family visits to build early relationships.
  

• Waivers are available if staffing falls short of accreditation needs.
  
  

While these changes bring modest improvements, staffing challenges in rural areas remain. We’ll continue advocating for the support our students and staff deserve.

"Engaging every student every day in character development and rigorous education."

Email: joni@cascadeschools.org
Website: https://www.cascadeschools.org/
Location: 209 North School Street, Cascade, ID, USA
Phone: (208)630-6057
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CascadeRamblers422
Twitter: @ourschool