On March 4th, a survey on the well-being of youth will be administered amongst students in Cascade. This is an opt-in survey for families, so please be on the lookout for a signature form.

Students in 6th - 12th grades will fill out an anonymous and confidential questionnaire, including questions on their health, behavior, substance use, and well-being. The information gathered from the questionnaires cannot be traced back to individual students. The survey will take about 40 minutes to fill out and will be administered during school hours.

The Planet Youth surveys have been implemented worldwide since 2006 and in Iceland since 1992. The survey has produced results vital to those working with young people, providing information that has been used as a basis in policymaking and prevention work amongst

those working to improve the health and well-being of youth.

The main focus of the studies has been the same from the start and includes relationships with friends and family, sports participation and extracurricular activities, social life, health, substance use, bullying, future expectations, sleep, and strain, along with other important factors.

Once surveys are completed, the outcome is processed by Planet Youth, and reports are made available within eight weeks.

Tamarack Resort is excited to offer Cascade students (grades 1-12) a fantastic opportunity to either learn how to ski or snowboard, or enhance their existing skills!

Friday March 21st @ 9am - 4pm

This opportunity is available for students in grades 1-12 and includes:

• Transportation from Cascade School to Tamarack Resort and back to Cascade School
• A 2-hour lesson tailored to beginner, intermediate, or advanced skill levels
• Ski/snowboard rentals
• Lunch
• The cost for this experience is just $20. Scholarships may be available for families who need assistance with the cost.

If you're interested in participating, please respond to this questionnaire below by Thursday 02/27.

We heard from our staff, Ramblers! After an amazing response to our first survey, we've narrowed it down to the top designs—and now it's time for the final vote! The current gym floor has a few broken boards that need to be fixed - we have budgeted for this expense and would like to lock in a date for the work to be done this summer.

This is your last chance to help choose the winning look for our new gym floor. Cast your rating and be part of this exciting decision for our school and community! We understand that there are a lot of opinions on this topic and would like to encourage you to share yours at the end of the survey.

The survey closes on March 3, 2025, so don’t wait—let’s make this a true team effort! 💜💛🏆

click here to view the top designs on a larger scale and to see the first survey results.

Please keep an eye on our school calendar for the most up to date schedules.

Do you love popcorn (or snacks in general)? This is your chance to get stocked up on snacks AND support the cheerleaders in their quest to purchase Cheer mats.

https://poppinpopcornonline.com/store/

Enter code: TAPGSE

At Cascade School, we are committed to supporting the mental and emotional well-being of every student. We want to ensure parents are aware of the counseling opportunities available, provided by licensed external counselors who visit the school building.

Why Counseling?
Students may experience a variety of challenges that affect their academic performance and emotional health, including:

• Stress and anxiety
• Peer relationships and social challenges
• Family changes or conflict
• Grief and loss
• Academic struggles

Confidentiality & Parental Consent
Confidentiality is a key component of our counseling services. In order for your student to receive these services, parental consent is required. We encourage families to discuss these opportunities and let us know if you have any questions.

Get in Touch
If you are interested or would like to learn more, please reach out to our K-12 Guidance Counselor, Candice Parker, by email at candice@cascadeschools.org

We’re here to support your child’s journey to emotional wellness.

Dear families,

We’re excited to tell you more about the trip we’re planning with EF Tours, our educational travel partner. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity:

https://bit.ly/42QTDGc

The link above has been updated! Sorry for the technical difficulty!

When students travel, they expand their knowledge of the world around them, discover more about themselves, and grow more confident. These skills are critical for creating the global citizens of tomorrow, and we would love to have your student join us on this adventure.

In this info session, we’ll talk about:

• How this opportunity will benefit your student
• What we’ll see and do on our trip
• Everything that’s included in this experience
• How your child can earn academic credit
• How we’re keeping this safe and affordable
• How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) during EF’s risk-free enrollment period

There are limited spots on this trip, so we would love to have you attend this meeting to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

Thanks,

Nicole Dellabalma

Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip.

Related services are additional supports that help students with disabilities access their education. These services may include speech therapy, occupational therapy, counseling, or physical therapy. Parents should work with the IEP team to determine if their child needs related services to succeed in school. Regular check-ins can help ensure that these services are meeting your child’s needs​.

Nicole Dellabalma

Director of Special Services

nicole@cascadeschools.org

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