We will be starting our parenting class at the District Office using activeparenting.com next Tuesday October 8th, @ 1pm. If you would like to sign up please call 208-226-5173 ext 115 or text (208)810-3750. This class is for parents that have students ages 4 through 12. It helps to establish clear rules and consequences for our biggest treasures. We look forward to seeing you.
The SOTF Marching Band takes the field this Saturday at Madison High School for their 1st of two competitions this season. Let's pack the stands and show our award winning marching band our Beaver Spirit!!!
Working on our leadership skills with a few team building activities in Business Essentials class. Working together in a team setting helps us build our skill set for college and career. I would have to say that the Hula Hoop game was my favorite. Bright futures ahead!!!
Dear Community Members,
As we observe National Suicide Prevention Month and World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10, we recognize the critical need to address the challenges of suicidal ideation among our youth. The impact of this issue extends throughout our community, affecting us all.
The first step toward intervention and support is awareness of suicidal warning signs, which include the following changes:
Behavioral: Withdrawing from friends and activities, giving away personal belongings, self-destructive behaviors, increased substance use, sudden mood improvement after depression.
Verbal: Expressing feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or being a burden. Talking about death, dying, or wanting to die, making statements like "I can't take it anymore" or "I wish I weren't here," mentioning specific plans or methods for suicide.
Emotional: Drastic and sudden mood swings, overwhelming sadness, despair, emptiness, loss of interest in once-enjoyed activities, intense irritability or anger.
Situational: Recent loss of a loved one, breakup, significant life changes, bullying or harassment, academic or work-related stress, financial difficulties, or other significant personal crises.
Physical: Changes in sleep patterns (insomnia or excessive sleeping), changes in appetite or weight loss/gain, decreased personal hygiene and self-care.
Social: Increasing social isolation and withdrawal from relationships, losing interest in social interactions or activities, feeling disconnected from friends, family, and self.
Cognitive: Difficulty concentrating or making decisions, preoccupation with death, dying, or the afterlife, intense guilt or shame.
When you notice these warning signs, you should:
Initiate a conversation about suicide.
Provide active listening and non-judgmental support.
Encourage professional help through therapists, counselors, and helplines.
Involve trusted adults, such as parents/guardians, coaches, teachers, and mentors.
Create a safety plan in collaboration with the individual.
If you or someone you know is experiencing hopelessness and suicidal thoughts, please seek help with these resources:
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: A nationwide lifeline network operating 24/7 to provide free and confidential crisis services. Visit 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): Offers support groups and chapters throughout the United States. Visit NAMI
For those in need of professional support, consider contacting Care Solace, a complimentary and confidential service provided by [DISTRICT NAME]. They can help you find a mental health or substance use provider.
Call 888-515-0595. Multilingual support is available 24/7/365.
Visit www.caresolace.com/sd381 and either search on your own or click "Book Appointment" for assistance via video chat, email, or phone.
Unified — and with support and compassion — we can make a difference in our community's well-being. Let us stand together to raise awareness, provide assistance, and foster hope for a brighter future.
Sincerely,
American Falls District
Angela Warth
Community School Coordinator
William Thomas Middle School #381
Community School Coordinator
Mental Health Awareness and Services Coordinator
The Varsity Volleyball team completed the sweep of the Aberdeen Tigers!
Beaver nation out in full force to support the Varsity Volleyball team against the Aberdeen Tigers!
The JV Volleyball team finished the match against the Aberdeen Tigers 2-0.
Volleyball C team battles to win their match 2-1 against the Aberdeen Tigers
AFHS Back to School 24-25!
Cross Country season is almost here! Practice starts Monday - August 12th - at 7pm at the middle school track. Students grades 6-12 are welcome to join the team. Middle school races are 1.5 miles and high school races are 3 miles. Hope to see you there!
American Falls School District is Hiring for the Following Open Positions: Crossing Guard, Cooks, PT-Custodians, Paraprofessional/Teacher Aids, Bus Drivers, and Substitutes.
Have Questions? Call the District Office at 208-226-5173.
Fill Out a Classified Application Online: https://www.sd381.k12.id.us/o/afsd/page/employment
Back-to-school forms are now available online! These forms are essential for ensuring that we have the most up-to-date information for your child and that they are ready for a successful start to the school year.
To access the forms, login to PowerSchool via the PowerSchool Mobile App or online at https://sis-sd381.powerschool.com/public/home.html.
In the mobile app, click More and then Forms.
On the web, login and click Forms in the menu.
Need help? The district office will be open on August 13 and 14 from 12-9pm to help those who need assistance in filling in their forms. You can also contact Spencer Christensen at spencerc@sd381.k12.id.us or (208) 226-5173 ext. 444.
AF Flag Football 2024 is HERE!
2nd - 4th graders - GIRLS AND BOYS - FREE!
https://forms.gle/vqURGoKC9NRSbsp6A
Free Concert Alert!!!! Your American Falls City Summer Band 2024 will be doing their annual AF Days Concert in the Park @ 12pm under the Music in the Park Pavilion. Grab your camping chairs and come listen to a great hour of music.
The American Falls City Summer 2024 under the direction of Mr. Brian Leisher and Mr. Robbie Hanchey is proud to present the "Party Like It's 99" AF Days concert. The concert is free and will take place at Noon under the Music In The Parks Pavilion on Saturday, August 3rd. The band this year is made of regional music teachers, AF alumni, community members and current AF band students. This year's concert will feature exciting music ranging from hit 90's tunes like Radiohead's "Creep", the Disney movie "Tarzan" which came out in 1999 and other great features that the audience will recognize. An interesting fact of trivia for the concert, the band will be playing the tune "Sweet Georgia Brown", which was a #1 hit on the radio when it premiered exactly 99 years ago.
Come Join Our Team
We are so excited to invite and have you out for the SOTF Fall Marching Camp 2024!!!! Come out and experience one of the funniest activities a student can participate in during High School. (We also love having Middle School students come out). Our marching show theme this year is "Latin Nights" - Celebrating the Music of Mexico's famous guitar player Carols Santana.
The student leadership team has been working hard to come up with fun theme days and fun game activities while we learn more about Marching Band.
Please feel free to reach out to Mr. Hanchey or Mr. Leisher for any questions. Reminder that High School students can take marching band for High School credit (Humanities, STEAM or PE credit)
Please join us for Lunch in the Park.
June 2024 Lunch in the Park Menu.
We are excited to announce our Lunch in the Park program for Summer 2024!
Lunch will be provided Free to all children ages 1-18. Adult price $4.75
Sponsored by the AF School Lunch Program.
June 10th - August 2nd, 2024
No meals served on July 4th and 5th.
Monday - Friday
Time: 12:00 to 1:00 pm
Locations:
City Park
American Falls Skatepark
Vard Meadows Park
In case of inclement weather lunch will be served in the WTMS cafeteria.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Will be having Fun, Fun, Fun in the Sun!
Kick off the start of the summer by joining us for our first ever mini marching band camp. Cost is free and you will receive next years music for the show, review the exciting fundamentals of marching band, meet members of the leadership team and receive summer workout information to stay in shape all summer long.
