In a week that started with tragedy, I have seen time and time again, selfless acts of service from our staff members, from our students, and from our families and community. This spirit of unity, this commitment to each other, this selfless sacrifice is what makes District 93 great. Thank you for being the kind of people who place the needs of others--our students, our staff members, our neighbors-- above your own.

Thank you for making District 93 great.

- Scott Woolstenhulme, Superintendent

All district offices and schools will be closed on Friday, May 9th. Enjoy a 3 day weekend!

Each spring, we ask parents, employees and students to participate in our annual engagement surveys. The information that we receive back from these surveys helps us to monitor our progress on our key indicators and to set focus priorities for the coming school year.

• Parent Engagement Survey is now available to take at d93.org/parent_engagement. We would love to hear back from you.
• Student Engagement Surveys will be available for students from May 5th - May 15th. Parents may preview the survey and if they prefer, choose whether to have their children withdraw from the survey or take the survey.at home instead. Note: You will need to log into the student survey using your child's school Gmail address.

We’re thrilled to launch a new monthly feature in partnership with the Bonneville Education Foundation! This collaboration will help keep you informed about meaningful opportunities to support and strengthen our schools and community.

Each month, we’ll highlight the Foundation’s newsletter along with upcoming events and ways you can get involved.

This month, we’re shining a spotlight on the heart of our district—our amazing teachers and staff. Stay tuned for ways to celebrate and support the people who make D93 such a great place to be!

May 5th through May 9th is teacher and staff appreciation week. The Bonneville Education Foundation wants to thank teachers and they need your help. Nominate your incredible teachers from D93 today.

The Board and Superintendent Woolstenhulme held a detailed discussion about boundary planning in preparation for the opening of Willow Creek Elementary in 2026. A major point of consideration was whether to relocate—a program currently limited in its growth potential due to space constraints—into Ammon Elementary's building. This move could reduce the need for future boundary disruptions and better utilize existing space.

Three key benefits of relocating Praxium to Ammon were identified:

1. Increased student choice and opportunity for expansion into higher grades.

2. Efficient use of facilities, especially amid flat overall enrollment but overcrowding in modular classrooms.

3. Cost savings, with a projected $50,000 offset from the larger facility and shared staffing resources.

Survey results showed majority of support from both staff (71%) and parents (57%), with some opposition rooted in the historical and emotional significance of Ammon Elementary and concerns about community disruption, traffic, and transparency. The district emphasized that the building would not be closed but repurposed, continuing to serve students.

The emotional impact on Ammon Faculty, who have built strong bonds through years of service and challenges, was acknowledged with deep respect. The board agreed to host a public input meeting on April 21 at Ammon Elementary, allowing the community—and particularly the faculty—to present feedback directly before a final decision is made by the end of the school year.

This week’s D93 Extra Mile Award is all about heart. We surprised Discovery kindergarten teacher Hayden Bishop, Homeless and Foster Care Liaison Jessica Baksis, and the entire D93 Crisis Team for going above and beyond during an incredibly difficult week. Their compassion, strength, and support made all the difference. 💛 #WeAreD93 #ExtraMileAward

The D93 Extra Mile Award celebrates those whose hard work and positive attitudes make a significant impact on our students, staff, and community. Thanks to our amazing friends at Rusty Taco, we’ll be recognizing those who go above and beyond with this special award! 🌮🙌

At the start of the school year, Ucon Elementary Principal Mr. Murdoch shared a bold vision—to create a STEM Lab that would provide students with hands-on opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math.

With the support of the PTO, Ucon staff members, and a few dedicated parents, an impact proposal was created and submitted for the highly competitive Idaho National Laboratory (INL) STEM Lab Grant. Schools across East Idaho apply each year, making the award especially meaningful.

This week, the PTO received exciting news: Ucon Elementary’s proposal received the highest score of all submissions and was awarded the full $15,000 grant to build the STEM Lab!

In addition to the grant, Ucon Elementary also raised $4,000 through concessions at the Mountain America Center, bringing the total funding to $19,000 dedicated to this project.

This funding will bring the dream of a fully equipped STEM Lab to life—giving Ucon students innovative, hands-on learning experiences that will fuel curiosity, creativity, and a love for STEM.

Special thanks to INL and to everyone who contributed time and energy to make this vision a reality.

In a ceremony on April 4th, Governor Brad Little officially declared April as the "Month of the Military Child". This proclamation is part of a nationwide effort to recognize and celebrate the unique challenges and contributions of military children.

Rimrock Elementary is showing their support by going ALL purple in celebration of the Month of the Military Child!

Registration is now open for Pine Basin Summer Camp. The camp is for students who have completed 4th, 5th, and 6th grade. The week's of the camp are:

Week 1 - June 9-13

Week 2 - June 16-20

Week 3 - June 23-27

Week 4 - July 7-11

Week 5 - July 14-18

Week 6 - July 21-25

The cost of the camp is $265.00. You can find more information about registration and the camp by clicking the button below.

Pine Basin is also offering summer camps for our upper grades. The camp is for 7th-12th grade students. Not only is the camp fun, your student can earn high school science credit at the same time. The week's the camp are running are the following:

Week 1: July 28th - August 1

Week 2: August 4-8

The cost of this camp is $265.00.

Please click the button below for more information and to register.

From Idaho’s groundbreaking Direct Admissions program to a simplified scholarship application process, our state is making it easier than ever for students to pursue education and career training after graduation.

Join us for an informative session designed to walk parents through these powerful state initiatives. You'll leave feeling confident, informed, and ready to help your student take the next step toward their future.

🗓 April 23
🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 EIRMC – Yellowstone Classroom
(Medical Office Building west of the ER, 2860 Channing Way)
💵 Free to attend!
🔗 Register at: Calendar | Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center | Idaho Falls, ID

Thank you to our community partners at EIRMC for supporting our D93 News Family Update.