JOM students and parents, mark your calendars!! On Wednesday, November 20, there will be a meeting at 6:00 p.m. Dinner will be provided and the activity for the night will be making dream catchers. The discussion topics will consist of the parent meeting, 2025 Pow Wow, and the 2024-2025 school year and activities.
The Idaho Department of Labor is here today at the Village Del Sol from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.
Come see our ISU Adult Education Instruction Assistant in the School District Office Rm. #5 Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8a.m. - 5p.m.
Veterans Day, celebrated today, on November 11th, is our opportunity to honor those who have served and the families who have supported them. For generations, the brave members of the U.S. military have defended our nation, embodying values greater than themselves. Today, we reflect on their sacrifices and celebrate the impact they’ve had on our country.
Veterans and their families face unique challenges during active service. They may endure long separations, frequent relocations, or experience anxiety while their loved ones are in harm’s way. Transitioning to civilian life can be tough, and those affected by trauma might need professional support to heal. As a school community, we must stand by our veterans and their families.
Here are three ways to show your support:
Be a listening ear for veterans and their families. Offer them a space to share their thoughts and feelings.
Provide the Veterans Crisis Line information for those in need. Available 24/7 by dialing 988 and pressing 1.
Connect them to Care Solace. Care Solace is a complimentary service for the American Falls School District community. Find a mental health provider by contacting #CareSolace at 888-515-0595 or www.caresolace.com/sd381.
AF actors put on a great performance of the Adams Family the Musical. If you missed it you still can catch it, Nov. 8 or Nov. 9 at 6:00, doors open at 5:30.
American Falls Student Council getting ready for DAY 2 at STUCO state!! Yesterday, we had an amazing day with the business casual attire! Student council is bringing it!!
AF WINS their first play off game against Moscow 24-16!! It was a hard fought game! We were down 16-10, but the boys out scored Moscow 14-0 in the 4th quarter to come back and get the W🔴⚫️⚪️
🌟 September 2024 AFHS Work Ethic Elite Students! 🌟
Congrats to our amazing students excelling in academics and athletics! 📚🏅 Your dedication and hard work inspire us all. Keep shining!
#AFHS #WorkEthicElite #ProudCommunity
The AFHS Girls Soccer Team worked hard, but ultimately came up short. They finished with a 4th place finish at the state tournament. We're proud! 💪⚽️🦫
The AFHS Boys and Girls Soccer Teams have been busy at the state tournament in Coeur d'Alene. The boys fought hard, but are out of the tournament. The girls play for 3rd place tomorrow at 12 PST. Go Beavers!
2024-25 Empowering Parents program grant applications are open. Applications will close when funding is exhausted, so we’re hoping families apply right away!
As a reminder, parents of Idaho students ages 5-18 who filed a 2023 Idaho tax return are eligible. Families with adjusted gross incomes (AGI) of under 60k receive priority. Grants are $1,000 per student and up to $3,000 per family. The grant funds can be used for a huge range of items to support student learning – including laptops or technology, extracurricular classes, camps, and school athletic fees, driver’s education, tutoring or speech therapy – and more!
Attention Parents of Graduating Seniors!
It's time to recognize your student with a special ad in the 2025 Yearbook!
Head to jostens.com (https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks) and look for American Falls High School to place your recognition ad, as well as purchasing your senior a 2025 Yearbook!
AFHS Community Clean Up 2024! Shout out to students and staff who put in some time to beautify our community today. Thank you, American Falls, for helping raise some awesome humans!
Student council getting ready to sell Krispy Kreme donuts!! STUCO members are going out to sell them soon, so keep an eye out! Get them as soon as possible!
Make sure to save the date for the first SOTF concert of the year!!! The 7-12th grade band students will be putting on a spine tingling concert with exciting music. They will also be hosting the 7th annual elementary costume contest (K-5). Make sure to get there early, registration opens at 6:30pm and the concert starts at 7pm.
AFHS student council getting their meeting started! Today, we are discussing about Red Ribbon Week,fundraisers, and STUCO state. Our Krispy Kreme fundraiser coming soon!
Make sure to come out tonight and cheer on our AF Beavers and celebrate our Senior SOTF Marching Band Members!!!
Fourth graders in the FIRED UP After School Program celebrated National Metric Day early by measuring a variety of elements in the music room at J.R. Simplot Elementary School on Tuesday, October 9. Every day is a different holiday! Fourth grade teachers Emily Wright and Tahni Franco utilize the variety of holidays celebrated around the world, every day!
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay. At American Falls District, we understand the importance of mental health and are committed to supporting our community. That's why we've partnered with Care Solace to provide complimentary, confidential mental health care coordination services. If you or a loved one needs support, Care Solace is here to help. Contact them at 888-515-0595 or visit www.caresolace.com/sd381.
Angela Warth
American Falls District #381
Community School Coordinator
Mental Health Awareness and Services Coordinator
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. As a school community, we want to encourage everyone to stay informed about the signs of bullying, the impact it can have, and what to do if you see it happening.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines bullying as behavior that is:
Unwanted: The behavior is not wanted by the victim.
Aggressive: The behavior involves some form of aggression, such as physical force, threats, or intimidation.
Repeated: The behavior happens more than once or has the potential to happen again.
Acts of bullying may involve physical contact, words or gestures, or social exclusion. Bullying can happen in person or online.
The signs of bullying include:
Physical signs: bruises, cuts, torn clothing, missing items
Emotional signs: changes in mood, withdrawal from friends and activities, anxiety, depression
Behavioral signs: aggressive behavior, changes in eating or sleeping habits, truancy
Social signs: being excluded from activities, being made fun of or called names
If you see bullying happening, it's important to do something. Here are some things you can do:
Talk to the bully and tell them to stop.
Talk to the victim and offer your support.
Report the bullying to a trusted adult, such as a teacher, counselor, or parent.
If you or someone you know is being bullied, there are resources available to help:
The National Bullying Prevention Center
The Trevor Project
StopBullying.gov
Let's stand together to create a safe and supportive school community. Recognize the signs, speak up, and report bullying. Together, we can make a difference. 💪
In addition, Care Solace is available 24/7/365 to connect individuals to care. Call 888-515-0595 or visit www.caresolace.com/sd381.
#BullyingPrevention #StopBullying #SafeSchools
Sincerely,
Angela Warth
American Falls District #381
Community School Coordinator
Mental Health Awareness and Services Coordinator