Cooking Instructions for the Summer Lunch Weekend Meals
Please join us for Summer Lunch!
Due to construction we will be moving our Vard Meadow location to the far side of the park. We will be serving on the corner of Falls and Valdez. This will be a temporary change until the construction is finished in that area. Just a reminder: If you are attending William Thomas Middle School meal pick up location in a vehicle, please remain in the vehicle line. Do not enter the parking lot to park and have your children get out of the car and line up. We have many children on foot or bikes. It is not safe for the vehicles to be moving in several different directions. Please help us keep the children safe.
We look forward to seeing you!
JR Simplot Elementary and some of it’s amazing students along with Mr. Lammers, will be on the news tonight at 10:00 on KPVI. Watch to find out about the amazing project taking place!
AFSD is excited to host a summer swim bus to Indian Springs again this year! This opportunity is available for children in grades Kindergarten through 12th grade. A huge thank you to Lamb Weston for sponsoring this activity!
Dates, times, and pickup information below.
June 8 - July 29
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Pick up:
Lee St. Park - 12:45 pm
City Park - 12:50 pm
Vard Meadows - 12:55 pm
Dates, times, and pickup information below.
June 8 - July 29
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
Pick up:
Lee St. Park - 12:45 pm
City Park - 12:50 pm
Vard Meadows - 12:55 pm
Throughout April and early May, high school FFA members had the opportunity to work with 5th grade students through a series of hands-on planting workshops! 🌱🎨
Students first created and glazed their own pottery pots in art class before learning how to transplant plants into their finished creations. Throughout five weeks, the FFA members led five different mini-workshops .
A huge thank you to JRSE art teacher Mirinda Clapier for collaborating with the FFA chapter and helping make this experience possible for both high school and 5th grade students. We also want to recognize member Eddy Hernandez for developing the workshop curriculum and helping lead this activity from start to finish.
We love opportunities that bring together agriculture and art while helping elementary students build creativity and confidence through hands-on experiences!
Students first created and glazed their own pottery pots in art class before learning how to transplant plants into their finished creations. Throughout five weeks, the FFA members led five different mini-workshops .
A huge thank you to JRSE art teacher Mirinda Clapier for collaborating with the FFA chapter and helping make this experience possible for both high school and 5th grade students. We also want to recognize member Eddy Hernandez for developing the workshop curriculum and helping lead this activity from start to finish.
We love opportunities that bring together agriculture and art while helping elementary students build creativity and confidence through hands-on experiences!
📣 ATTENTION FUTURE AFHS ATHLETES
2026–2027 SPORTS SEASON REQUIREMENTS
🏅 Planning to play a sport next year?
Get your paperwork done early so you’re cleared before the season starts.
🏥 PHYSICALS — REQUIRED EVERY 2 YEARS
You need a physical if you are:
Freshman
Junior
Or if you do NOT have a physical on file at AFHS
🩺 HEALTH EXAM REQUIRED
Students who are:
Sophomores
Seniors
must complete the Health Exam instead of a physical.
🕒 DON’T WAIT — GET IT DONE EARLY!
2026–2027 SPORTS SEASON REQUIREMENTS
🏅 Planning to play a sport next year?
Get your paperwork done early so you’re cleared before the season starts.
🏥 PHYSICALS — REQUIRED EVERY 2 YEARS
You need a physical if you are:
Freshman
Junior
Or if you do NOT have a physical on file at AFHS
🩺 HEALTH EXAM REQUIRED
Students who are:
Sophomores
Seniors
must complete the Health Exam instead of a physical.
🕒 DON’T WAIT — GET IT DONE EARLY!
Staff and students, join Mrs. Stilwell in the art room after school on Wednesday May 6th to draw and/or paint this lovely turtle. You can signnup in the office, or email Mrs. Stilwell if you would like to attend.
This year, our school started teaching woodworking classes again. Students learned how to measure, cut, and fasten wood pieces. The skills they learned are showcased in featured planter boxes that will be sold during the upcoming greenhouse sale!
As student progress through the program, we hope to equip them with skills that will help them obtain work in the construction industry. Keep an eye out for future projects!
Join Mrs. Stilwell in the art room this Wednesday from 3:30-6:30 to paint this beautiful landscape. Remember you can use any colors and leave any time. Please sign up in the office or email Mrs. Stilwell if you plan to attend.
Students and staff come paint this cute little kitty with Mrs. Stilwell on Wednesday April 1st, in the art room fro 3:30-6:30. You can leave early if you want to, and you can use any colors. Please sign up in the office or email Mrs. Stilwell if you plan on attending.
Drawing II and III working on line of action and gesture drawings from live models.
The Spirit of the Falls Music Department is excited to announce the "Going to Disney Spring Concert 2026" on Wednesday March 18th at 7pm in the American Falls Performing Arts Auditorium. Family friendly and the cost is free. This concert will feature the exciting sounds of all 3 of the bands in the program including the 6th Grade Beg. Band, the 7/8th grade intermediate Band and the SOTF High School Wind Ensemble. This year's concert will be extra special because the band has been selected to represent Idaho and perform on the big stage at Disneyland and they will be playing the songs from their California performance for the home crowd. So make sure to mark your calendar for a fun evening of great music!
Parents and community members! Let’s work together to make American Falls the best possible community for youth!
Join us for a free, interactive event to explore the Idaho Youth Well-Being Survey results for American Falls teens and learn how we can help them thrive.
Dinner and childcare will be provided, so bring the whole family! Spanish translation services will also be available.
When: Thursday, April 2nd | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: William Thomas Middle School
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP at: https://bit.ly/Youth_Well-being
Join us for a free, interactive event to explore the Idaho Youth Well-Being Survey results for American Falls teens and learn how we can help them thrive.
Dinner and childcare will be provided, so bring the whole family! Spanish translation services will also be available.
When: Thursday, April 2nd | 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Where: William Thomas Middle School
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP at: https://bit.ly/Youth_Well-being
Lots of fun, during our after-school painting, using watercolor and ink to make these energized sports theme images! Painters can do their own thing too 😃
OUR RAISE CRAZE FUNDRAISER ENDS TOMORROW EVENING AT MIDNIGHT!
Our Raise Craze fundraiser ends tomorrow evening, Thursday, March 5th, so be sure to get those final donations in! We are so proud of our students and the many amazing Acts of Kindness they’ve completed. Keep up the great work! Not registered yet? There’s still time! REGISTER: https://raisecraze.com/join CODE: 008-502
Many thanks for your generous support so far! We are fortunate to be part of such a kind and supportive school community. Let’s pull together to finish strong!
JR Simplot Parent Teacher Organization
Questions? Contact Brittany Anderson at amfallsjrsepto@gmail.com
Our Raise Craze fundraiser ends tomorrow evening, Thursday, March 5th, so be sure to get those final donations in! We are so proud of our students and the many amazing Acts of Kindness they’ve completed. Keep up the great work! Not registered yet? There’s still time! REGISTER: https://raisecraze.com/join CODE: 008-502
Many thanks for your generous support so far! We are fortunate to be part of such a kind and supportive school community. Let’s pull together to finish strong!
JR Simplot Parent Teacher Organization
Questions? Contact Brittany Anderson at amfallsjrsepto@gmail.com
J.R. SIMPLOT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL EXPRESSES HEARTFELT THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS! YOUR INCREDIBLE SUPPORT HELPS MAKE OUR RAISE CRAZE FUNDRAISER A HUGE SUCCESS!
The final Junior Miss Hopeful Program will be held March 14, 2026. We have had an amazing 15 years of fun. This is your last chance to participate in this fun-filled program that promotes community service and self- confidence.
The last day to sign up will be at the first practice on Friday, March 6, 2026 at the JRSE Gymnasium.
Info and applications went home in both of the Elementary Schools. You can also pick one up at JR Simplot Elementary school or by the posters in both WTMS and AFHS.
The last day to sign up will be at the first practice on Friday, March 6, 2026 at the JRSE Gymnasium.
Info and applications went home in both of the Elementary Schools. You can also pick one up at JR Simplot Elementary school or by the posters in both WTMS and AFHS.
I love watching my Glass Works kids making their painted glass and stained glass projects! They are becoming masters of their equipment and tools 🙂
We had a great time painting Wednesday night. Some even got wild and not only used their own color scheme but created their own image 😃
