In his TedX talk, Martin Gutmann explains the “Action Fallacy”—our tendency to mistake dramatic stories for evidence of great leadership. Often, the most competent leaders go unrecognized because their effectiveness prevents those same crises that make others famous. Through planning, preparation, and deep expertise, they make leadership appear simple—even boring.

We tend to celebrate those who speak the loudest, exude confidence, and stay visibly busy, whether or not they are truly accomplishing something. But real leadership often happens quietly. I am so grateful for the the steady hands of all those who quietly reduce drama, elevate others, and work without seeking the spotlight. You truly drive our District’s success.

On Monday, the School Board held a special meeting at Ammon Elementary to hear feedback from staff and community members regarding a proposal to relocate Praxium Mastery Academy to Ammon Elementary after Willow Creek Elementary opens in Fall 2026.

Ammon staff asked the Board to revisit current voluntary and involuntary transfer policies, requesting the opportunity to move to a new school as a cohesive group, rather than being reassigned individually.

• Previous closures impacted 2–3 staff members.

• This proposal could affect 17–20 certified and a similar number of classified positions.

Community members voiced concerns about changing Ammon Elementary’s grade configuration to a high school, especially regarding increased traffic and congestion in surrounding neighborhoods.

• May 14 Board Meeting

  • Discussion only

  • Public input welcome

  • 7:00 PM at the District Office

  
  

• June 11 Board Meeting

  • Final decision to be made

  • Public input welcome

  • 7:00 PM at the District Office

✅ Policy Revisions

Update transfer policies to address large staffing changes during school closures or reconfigurations.

✅ Traffic Review

Meet with City of Ammon officials to discuss neighborhood traffic concerns.

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.

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.

This week’s Rusty Taco Extra Mile Award winners are making a lasting difference—both in the classroom and beyond. 👏

At Iona, Ms. Sommers is not only teaching academics—she’s shaping compassionate, emotionally aware students. Her impact is felt far beyond the school day.

At Thunder Ridge, Ms. Olsen recognized the need for high school dyslexia intervention and took action. She pursued training on her own and partnered with school leaders to create two sections of this transformative program. Thanks to her, students are gaining the tools to read—and the confidence to succeed.

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! 🌮🙌

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.