September 2025 Update

Welcome Back, Post Falls Families!

As we kick off a new school year, we have so much to celebrate! For the second year in a row, Post Falls School District was ranked #1 among large school districts in Idaho for K–3 reading proficiency, as measured by the Idaho Reading Indicator (IRI).

We are also proud to recognize Post Falls High School for surpassing the state average on both the ISAT and SAT! An impressive 45% of PFHS students who took the SAT met both college and career readiness benchmarks, compared to the state average of 32%. In addition, PFHS students outperformed the state by more than 15% in English Language Arts, math, and science on the ISAT.

As always, attendance matters. Student success starts with showing up—every day counts. We encourage families to schedule appointments and vacations outside of school hours whenever possible to help our students reach their full potential.

We’re looking forward to a fantastic year ahead and are honored to partner with you in your child’s education. Thank you for your continued trust and support.

Warmly,

~ Dena Naccarato, Superintendent

Under a new state law—Title 33, Section 1611A, we must obtain parents' permission before your student can participate in lessons that include content related to human development, such as reproduction, personal safety, or healthy relationships.

What Does This Mean for Your Middle or High School Student's Classes?
This requirement applies to any subject where these topics might arise—for example, a literature discussion about character relationships / attraction or a biology lesson on reproduction.

What We Need from Parents

To ensure our teachers are meeting the intent of the law, all middle and high school parents will need to sign a separate permission slip for each course in which their student is enrolled. At the secondary level this will mean signing up to six forms, each of which will be attached to the corresponding course syllabus.

If permission is not granted, your student will be provided with an alternative assignment or activity. Thank you for your support and partnership.

Questions or Feedback About This Law?
Contact your legislators: Sen. Carl J. Bjerke (CBjerke@senate.idaho.gov), Rep. Ron Mendive (RMendive@house.idaho.gov), and Rep. Tony Wisniewski (TWisniewski@house.idaho.gov).

• Wednesday, September 17: Homecoming parade and community pep rally (begins at 5:30 p.m.)
• Friday, September 19: Homecoming tailgate party, homecoming game, and fireworks show (begins at 4:30 p.m.)

Youth mental health is crucial. Let's create a supportive environment for our children to thrive. Care Solace offers mental health care coordination services. Call 888-515-0595 or visit www.caresolace.com/pfsd for support. Together, we can prioritize their well-being and create a brighter future.

The Community Clothes Closet at New Vision High School opens on Tuesday, September 9th. This is open for anyone in the community who needs clothing.

The following items are available for children, women and men:

• casual and career clothes
• footwear
• hygiene items

The Clothes Closet is located in a portable behind New Vision High School. Enter through the small gate on Catherine Street on the east side of the building.

Hours of operation: Tuesdays from 2:45pm to 3:45pm. If these times do not work, email richard.raynor@sd273.com to set a day/time to meet.

We are grateful for the very generous donations and gifts from the Post Falls businesses and community. We currently do not need any donations.

The Post Falls Boys and Girls Club currently has limited openings in their after school and "full day" Friday programs.

Pricing:

• School year membership is $20 and covers after-school care until 6 p.m. Snack and homework help are provided.
  
• "Full day" Fridays and other full days cost = $40 per month. A $20 school year membership is required to sign up for "full day" Fridays and other full days.
• Breakfast, lunch and a snack are provided at no extra cost.
  

Here are links to their calendar and also to their FAQs.

For more information, call 208-457-9089.

The Child Nutrition Department offers a nutritious breakfast and lunch each school day through the National School Lunch Program. All menus adhere to nutritional standards and provide the necessary components for a healthy meal. Those students who need accommodation for a food allergy or intolerance need to have a signed statement from a physician or approved medical professional on file in the Nutritional Services Office. A monthly calendar of menus will be sent home with elementary students and may be viewed on our website at PFSD Nutritional Services.

Payments to your student(s) account may be made online at RevTrak or through Skyward Family Access, by cash or check at the school kitchen, or by mail. For information on using the RevTrak system see our help document.

Your child may be eligible to receive free or reduced price meals. You may qualify if your household’s annual gross income is within the limits identified by the Federal Income Eligibility Standards.

Our online application can be found on our website and paper copies are available upon request. (Here's a link to translated application information.) Only one application needs to be filled out per household. Remember - each year you must submit a new application.

Please contact Becky Elmore, Child Nutrition Supervisor, at 208-773-1625 with your questions regarding the school lunch or breakfast program.

Parents and caregivers of children ages 4-5 learn how to turn everyday moments into learning moments. FREE educational toys geared to your child's age are given upon completion of each workshop!

Dinner and childcare are provided.

Click here for more information and to register.

Looking for employment? We are still hiring the following positions:

• nursing services (LPN or RN)
• maintenance worker
• various coaching jobs
• speech language assistant
• classroom assistants
• custodial services
• life skills / resource paraprofessionals
• substitute teachers

Qualifications vary depending on the position. Applicants should enjoy working with students.

We have full-time and part-time positions available. Full-time positions include health, dental and retirement benefits.

Applicants apply online and submit to a State Department of Education mandated criminal history/background check. The applicant pays the required $35 background check fee.

Please call the District Office at 208-773-1658 with any questions.

At the start of the school year, each public school shall notify parents and legal guardians of health services offered or made available through the school or by private organizations, including preventative health and wellness services, screenings, medication administration, first aid and emergency care, and appropriate management of all health conditions with parental consent.

Post Falls School District nursing services partners with school district staff and community members to minimize a student's medical barriers to education. Information about these services can be found on the district's website: Nursing & Community Services.

Panhandle Health will host a walk-in back to school vaccination clinic on September 10th 9am-6pm at their Hayden location, 8500 N Atlas Rd. Hayden, ID 83835. Parents are encouraged to download the Docket app Docket® to check their child's immunization status. Parents can also call and schedule an appointment (208)415-5270.

findhelpidaho.org connects Idahoans seeking help with resources in their local community. It's free, confidential, easy to use, and provides up-to-date information in more than 100 languages.

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Email: info@sd273.com
Website: https://www.pfsd.com/
Location: 206 West Mullan Avenue, Post Falls, ID, USA
Phone: (208) 773-1658