I hope you are having an amazing summer filled with fun, rest, and memorable moments.

As we prepare to kick off a fantastic new school year, this newsletter includes important information to help you, and your student(s) get ready. Please take a few moments to read through everything carefully. If you have any questions or need support, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment for every student and are here to help!

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone soon and working together for a successful year ahead.

See you in a few weeks!

Jennifer Maxwell, Principal

PS. Class assignments will be available to view on Thursday, July 31st, in PowerSchool if 25-26 School Forms have been updated on or after June 2nd. Give our office a call at (208) 855-4355 for assistance.

Mrs. Gamez will be at CDSA part-time, assisting with administrative tasks, with a focus on student behavior and achievement. With a background in school counseling, she is passionate about supporting both students and teachers. Mrs. Gamez will be here on Mondays, Thursdays, and every other Wednesday.

Miss Cornelia has experience teaching 3rd grade in Post Falls, Idaho, and will be a wonderful addition to our 3rd grade team! Her classroom focus is on building positive relationships and creating a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive.

Mrs. Moxley joins us from Texas, where she taught elementary music and directed middle and high school bands. We’re excited to have her share her passion for music with our students!

Mrs. Obenchain recently moved to Boise from Grand View, Idaho, where she has taught at Grand View Elementary for the past nine years. Mrs. Obenchain fosters a love of learning through encouragement and modeling, focusing on each student's individual needs. Welcome to the team!

Please join me in welcoming Mrs. Garrett - our new part-time GT Coordinator! Gifted and Talented services in West Ada will now be offered in all district elementary schools. Mrs. Garrett will be working with teachers and students to ensure GT students are challenged to develop a deep understanding of grade-level content and will have the opportunity to participate in complex learning. Mrs. Garrett will be at CDSA Mondays, Thursdays, and every other Wednesday.

A number of CDSA staff members have decided to pursue new challenges. We wish them the very best in their new endeavors!

Jamie Poulsen - Ms. Poulsen (former ERI Paraprofessional) will be filling Mrs. Kirk's role as CDSA Office Manager

Casey Grant - Miss Grant is moving from 3rd Grade to 2nd Grade

Samantha Masmeyer - Mrs. Masmeyer (former PTA Board Member, Substitute, and Noon Duty) will be filling Ms. Pouslen's role as ERI Paraprofessional, helping K-3 students learn to read

Shelby Bechtel - Mrs. Bechtel accepted a teaching position at Sage International in Middleton to be closer to home

Caitlyn Ripley - Miss Ripley accepted a teaching position at Eagle Elementary to be closer to home

Falane Gerritsen - Mrs. Gerritsen's family decided to move to Oregon

If you are interested in having your child ride the bus the first two weeks of school, make sure to complete the Transportation Request Form in PowerSchool by July 30th. This is the only way to guarantee bus service when school starts!

Please visit West Ada's website for details: School Supply Lists | West Ada School District

2025/2026 Free/Reduced Lunch Applications are now available. Please APPLY!

Prices have been updated for the 2025/2026 school year. Payments can be made directly to the kitchen with cash or check (payable to School Nutrition). There are no transaction fees associated with cash or check payments. To pay by credit card or E-Check you need to have a LINQ Connect account. To set up an account, click here. There is an electronic transaction fee.

We'd love to have you join our team! Please email Trina Caldwell at caldwell.trina@westada.org and apply directly through West Ada School District, if interested:

Noon Duty Application

Substitute Application

Following these simple procedures, while being kind and courteous to staff and fellow parents, helps drop-off and pick-up go more smoothly and prevents gridlock in our small parking lot. The safety of our students is our number one priority.