Caldwell School District Update

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Dear Caldwell Families and Community,

It is an honor to join you and be part of Caldwell, a city with many proud traditions of success. There are so many amazing things about this community.

I want to share a bit of my background with you. I have three wonderful daughters, two grandchildren, and one on the way. I enjoy hiking, fishing, mountain biking, gardening, and spending time with family and friends. I grew up in a small town in Idaho, working in local restaurants at a very young age before moving on to ranch work—laying irrigation pipes, baling hay, and riding horses. I was very active in school, where I participated in three sports and overall had a wonderful experience. I was also fortunate to have incredible teachers and coaches who served as the catalysts for a well-rounded education. These educators, coaches, and mentors ultimately inspired me to pursue a career in education and coaching.

In addition, I bring a diverse working background; I have worked in a mine, a meatpacking plant, construction, and the Forest Service, where I led survey crews, fought wildfires, and supervised prison inmate work details. Professionally, I taught for seven years and coached varsity sports for 12 years. For the past 22 years, I have held various educational leadership positions within the West Ada School District, including directing one of the state's largest Career Technical Education programs and leading the largest high school in Idaho. Throughout all of these experiences, my greatest joy has been the students and colleagues I've had the pleasure of working with and learning from. I have truly loved watching where our young people start and seeing how they continue to grow and thrive as adults.

As the Superintendent of the Caldwell School District, I am dedicated to ensuring our schools and community continue to thrive and grow. I want every student here to have access to the same high-quality opportunities as any other student in our state. Every decision we make must positively impact our students today, this year, and for years to come. We need programs that launch our high school students into their immediate futures, ensuring they are career-ready and equipped with the confidence and problem-solving skills to pursue their endeavors. To achieve this, we must be forward-thinking about where we want to be five years from now, ten years from now, and beyond. My mission is to provide our community and schools with the tools, programs, and facilities that foster a premier educational institution. Working together as a community, we can accomplish these goals. I am incredibly excited to get to work, offer our students the best, and make a lasting impact.

Thank you,

Mr. Scot Montoya

Superintendent, Caldwell School District

Board Strategic Pillar: Community Engagement

The Caldwell School District proudly celebrated its 2026 Summer Graduates during a ceremony held on Thursday, June 25. Through hard work, determination, and perseverance, these students completed the credits needed to earn their high school diplomas and reach this important milestone.

Summer school provides students with the opportunity to stay on track or finish their graduation requirements in a flexible, supportive learning environment. We are proud of each of our graduates for their commitment to achieving their goals and look forward to seeing all they accomplish in the future.

Congratulations, Class of 2026 Summer Graduates!

Board Strategic Pillar: Empowering College & Career Readiness

Whether you are new to the Caldwell School District or returning for another year, we hope this webpage is a helpful resource for getting the information you need for a smooth start to the new school year.

Visit the link below to find all your back-to-school information.

Board Strategic Pillar: Community Engagement

Board Strategic Pillar: Community Engagement

Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, all Idaho public schools will observe a daily 60-second moment of silence at or near the beginning of each school day, as required by Idaho House Bill 623, which took effect on July 1, 2026.

During this brief period, students will remain silent and may choose to reflect, meditate, pray, or participate in another quiet activity of their choice, provided they do not distract others. School staff will supervise the moment of silence, but will not instruct students on how they should use this time.

This new statewide requirement is intended to provide every student with an opportunity for quiet reflection while respecting each individual's personal beliefs and choices.

Board Strategic Pillar: Community Engagement

As we prepare to welcome students back in August, we encourage everyone to help make the start of the school year a safe one. Families are encouraged to review walking and biking routes with their students, discuss bus safety expectations, and remind teen drivers to stay focused and avoid distractions behind the wheel.

Motorists also play an important role in keeping our school communities safe. As school resumes, please watch for children walking and biking to school, obey school zone speed limits, and always stop for school buses when required by law. By working together, we can help ensure every student arrives at school and returns home safely each day.

Thank you for partnering with us to make safety a top priority. We look forward to a safe and successful school year!

Board Strategic Pillars: Safe & Supportive Schools

Caldwell School District cares about the health and safety of students and families in our communities. Each school has a full-time nurse or health aide and counselor on staff. We also offer a wide variety of health screenings and services throughout each school year. Click the button below to view the list of services.

Board Strategic Pillars: Safe & Supportive Schools

The Caldwell School District strategic planning framework is comprised of six areas of focus: Safe & Supportive Schools, Community Engagement, Inspiring Student Growth & Achievement, Stewarding Valued Resources, Empowering College & Career Readiness, and Ensuring Quality Instruction.

Vision:

Destination Education

Mission Statement:

Nurturing growth, eliminating obstacles, strengthening the community.

Committed to Caldwell School District's mission, vision, and values to ensure equity and access for all students.

Email: smontoya@caldwellschools.org
Website: www.caldwellschools.org
Location: 1200 Grant St, Caldwell, ID, USA
Phone: (208) 455-3300
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