May 30, 2017 Pioneer Addition Ground Breaking
Scott Hedrick Construction out of Meridian, Idaho won the bid to remodel Pioneer Elementary School and add two new classrooms to the 1st Grade wing at Pioneer Elementary to house the school's Special Education program. The architect for the project is Dion Zimmerman with Design West Architects. Dion has been involved in every major renovation and addition in the Weiser School District going back to the 1990's expansion that took place at every building in the district and the auxiliary gym that was added in 2005. This newest addition will provide updated classroom facilities for our most vulnerable students ages 3-9 that attend Pioneer Elementary and will include two new classrooms, a handicapped bathroom, a conference room for meetings with parents, a room to provide individual services like tutoring, occupational, speech, and physical therapy to students, and storage space. The addition is scheduled for completion early next fall. The Western Idaho Community Action program (WICAP) is going to bring their Head Start program back to Weiser and will use the vacated building on the west end of the Pioneer campus. Head Start has been busing its students to Payette the last few years. The new addition makes space available for Head Start to serve Weiser students in Weiser. Construction started shortly after the ground breaking ceremony that was attended by Sherry Young standing in for the mayor, Weiser City Councilman Virgil Leedy, Scott Hedrick and Steve Lambson of Hedrick Construction, Dion ZImmerman from Design West, school board trustees Mark Pritchard and Marg Chipman, Special Ed Director Bill Morriss, Pioneer Principal Wade Wilson, Special Education staff members Patti Miller, Dan Eliason, and Jenny Knee and of course a student representative that will benefit from the new addition.
Scott Hedrick Construction out of Meridian, Idaho won the bid to remodel Pioneer Elementary School and add two new classrooms to the 1st Grade wing at Pioneer Elementary to house the school's Special Education program. The architect for the project is Dion Zimmerman with Design West Architects. Dion has been involved in every major renovation and addition in the Weiser School District going back to the 1990's expansion that took place at every building in the district and the auxiliary gym that was added in 2005. This newest addition will provide updated classroom facilities for our most vulnerable students ages 3-9 that attend Pioneer Elementary and will include two new classrooms, a handicapped bathroom, a conference room for meetings with parents, a room to provide individual services like tutoring, occupational, speech, and physical therapy to students, and storage space. The addition is scheduled for completion early next fall. The Western Idaho Community Action program (WICAP) is going to bring their Head Start program back to Weiser and will use the vacated building on the west end of the Pioneer campus. Head Start has been busing its students to Payette the last few years. The new addition makes space available for Head Start to serve Weiser students in Weiser. Construction started shortly after the ground breaking ceremony that was attended by Sherry Young standing in for the mayor, Weiser City Councilman Virgil Leedy, Scott Hedrick and Steve Lambson of Hedrick Construction, Dion ZImmerman from Design West, school board trustees Mark Pritchard and Marg Chipman, Special Ed Director Bill Morriss, Pioneer Principal Wade Wilson, Special Education staff members Patti Miller, Dan Eliason, and Jenny Knee and of course a student representative that will benefit from the new addition.
False Fundraising Promotions Alert!
The administration at Weiser High School has been made aware of two companies that are making “cold-calls” to businesses in the area soliciting donations using Weiser High School’s name. We have not authorized these fundraisers and in both cases, the funds that are being raised do not directly benefit the programs at WHS. One involves advertisement on the back of a t-shirt and another has to do with a sports calendar or sports poster.
Nearly all fundraisers at Weiser High School are conducted face-to-face; we avoid phone solicitation at all cost and will only call as a last resort. However, if you do receive a phone call, it will be from an employee of WHS.
Please ask the following questions before making a contribution to anyone soliciting a donation over the phone:
WHS in never involved in high-pressure fundraising. If an individual seems overly aggressive, do not donate and make us aware of the call immediately. We are thankful to all of the individuals and business that have and continue to support activities and sports at WHS through their generous donations. Never hesitate to call if you have questions or concerns related to any of our sports and or activities programs.
The administration at Weiser High School has been made aware of two companies that are making “cold-calls” to businesses in the area soliciting donations using Weiser High School’s name. We have not authorized these fundraisers and in both cases, the funds that are being raised do not directly benefit the programs at WHS. One involves advertisement on the back of a t-shirt and another has to do with a sports calendar or sports poster.
Nearly all fundraisers at Weiser High School are conducted face-to-face; we avoid phone solicitation at all cost and will only call as a last resort. However, if you do receive a phone call, it will be from an employee of WHS.
Please ask the following questions before making a contribution to anyone soliciting a donation over the phone:
- Ask the individual for their name and the name of the coach or advisor they are representing at Weiser High School
- Ask them the purpose of their fundraiser and if 100% of the funds donated will directly benefit the program at WHS?
- Can you call me back tomorrow, I am going to check-out this fundraiser with the high school
WHS in never involved in high-pressure fundraising. If an individual seems overly aggressive, do not donate and make us aware of the call immediately. We are thankful to all of the individuals and business that have and continue to support activities and sports at WHS through their generous donations. Never hesitate to call if you have questions or concerns related to any of our sports and or activities programs.
Congratulations to the Class of 2017!
One hundred twenty seniors received their diplomas at the 118th Commencement conducted at Weiser High School on Sunday, May 21st. Thirteen seniors were recognized for graduating with Honors (3.5 - 3.74 GPA); fourteen with High Honors (3.75 - 3.99 GPA); and five seniors with Highest Honors (4.00 GPA for four years). Senior Class President Greg Reyes welcomed the seniors and their friends and families. The Weiser High School Concert Band, under the direction of Jake Fortin, and the Chamber Singers, under the direction of Mike Turner, provided some wonderful music for those in attendance. Seniors Marissa Goodwin and Olivia Johnson were selected by the honor graduates to offer comments representing the class. Principal Dave Davies and Vice-Principal Drew Dickerson presented several special awards and scholarships to several graduates. The graduates then received their diplomas from members of the Weiser Board of Trustees.
One hundred twenty seniors received their diplomas at the 118th Commencement conducted at Weiser High School on Sunday, May 21st. Thirteen seniors were recognized for graduating with Honors (3.5 - 3.74 GPA); fourteen with High Honors (3.75 - 3.99 GPA); and five seniors with Highest Honors (4.00 GPA for four years). Senior Class President Greg Reyes welcomed the seniors and their friends and families. The Weiser High School Concert Band, under the direction of Jake Fortin, and the Chamber Singers, under the direction of Mike Turner, provided some wonderful music for those in attendance. Seniors Marissa Goodwin and Olivia Johnson were selected by the honor graduates to offer comments representing the class. Principal Dave Davies and Vice-Principal Drew Dickerson presented several special awards and scholarships to several graduates. The graduates then received their diplomas from members of the Weiser Board of Trustees.
Camping for the Eclipse is available at
The World Famous Fiddle Town Campground
Better known as the High School Soccer Fields!
690 W. Indianhead Rd.
Very comfortable camping! You will enjoy our location!
Our Town is sponsoring 3 days of entertainment, food and fun!
Make plans to come early and join in! Check out the Weiser Eclipse page https://www.weisereclipse2017.com/
You will WANT to camp here!
We have Great Facilities!!
Tent Camping available at Weiser High School with 20' X 30' sites
*$100 will reserve each site for 3 nights-Friday, August 18th through Sunday, August 20th.
* All fees are non-refundable
*All campers need to check out after the Eclipse on Monday, August 21st.
*Showers will be available twice daily at the high school located across the parking lot-6am-9pm and 6pm-9pm
*All camp sites are dry-no electrical or water
*Port-a-potties will be available on site
*Limit 2 tents per camp site
* 1 vehicle per site-each additional vehicle can part in the WHS parking lot for a $10 fee
Sites may not be re-sold for a profit
Print out sales receipt for check in.
Tent Camping available at Weiser High School with 20' X 30' sites
*$100 will reserve each site for 3 nights-Friday, August 18th through Sunday, August 20th.
* All fees are non-refundable
*All campers need to check out after the Eclipse on Monday, August 21st.
*Showers will be available twice daily at the high school located across the parking lot-6am-9pm and 6pm-9pm
*All camp sites are dry-no electrical or water
*Port-a-potties will be available on site
*Limit 2 tents per camp site
* 1 vehicle per site-each additional vehicle can part in the WHS parking lot for a $10 fee
Sites may not be re-sold for a profit
Print out sales receipt for check in.
Pioneer School RV Camping for the Solar Eclipse
Our RV Camping is THE BEST!!
Nice Grassy, Comfortable areas!!
Preparing for the Total Solar Eclipse August 21, 2017
On Monday, August 21st at 11:25:18 am Weiser, Idaho will witness a total solar eclipse of the sun. This will be the first total eclipse in the continental United States in 38 years! And it will be the first time that a total eclipse will be seen exclusively in the USA and no other nation since 1776! Total solar eclipses occur about every 18 months somewhere in the world. The total eclipse will only be visible in a 60 mile swath across the continent from the Oregon coast, across Idaho, and twelve other states until it exits South Carolina. It will bisect the United States. Over half the nation will be just a day's drive from being able to see it.
The beginning partial phase of the eclipse will begin about 10:10 am. Totality will begin at 11:25:18 am and will last 2 minutes, 5 seconds in Weiser, one of the longest durations to see the eclipse in the area (see map below). You'll need to wear special protective lenses to observe the partial phases of the eclipse. Every Weiser student will be given a free pair of these special glasses before the end of this school year. Parents, patrons, community members, and visitors can purchase a pair of special edition "Weiser Eclipse" glasses from any of our schools.
Weiser will be one of the prime locations to observe the eclipse because of its historic climate of few clouds and clear skies that time of year. The total eclipse will NOT be visible in Ada or Canyon County, so Washington County and its municipalities of Weiser, Midvale, and Cambridge may have lots of visitors in the days leading up to the eclipse.
Weiser High School is participating in a program with the National Solar Observatory out of Tuscon, Arizona. They are arranging for a special telescope to view and film the eclipse here in Weiser along with other locations across the country. Our students will receive training on how to use the telescope to collect data on the corona of the sun during the eclipse. The telescope will then be donated to the high school. The director of the project, Matt Penn is planning to coordinate the national program from here in Weiser.
On Monday, August 21st at 11:25:18 am Weiser, Idaho will witness a total solar eclipse of the sun. This will be the first total eclipse in the continental United States in 38 years! And it will be the first time that a total eclipse will be seen exclusively in the USA and no other nation since 1776! Total solar eclipses occur about every 18 months somewhere in the world. The total eclipse will only be visible in a 60 mile swath across the continent from the Oregon coast, across Idaho, and twelve other states until it exits South Carolina. It will bisect the United States. Over half the nation will be just a day's drive from being able to see it.
The beginning partial phase of the eclipse will begin about 10:10 am. Totality will begin at 11:25:18 am and will last 2 minutes, 5 seconds in Weiser, one of the longest durations to see the eclipse in the area (see map below). You'll need to wear special protective lenses to observe the partial phases of the eclipse. Every Weiser student will be given a free pair of these special glasses before the end of this school year. Parents, patrons, community members, and visitors can purchase a pair of special edition "Weiser Eclipse" glasses from any of our schools.
Weiser will be one of the prime locations to observe the eclipse because of its historic climate of few clouds and clear skies that time of year. The total eclipse will NOT be visible in Ada or Canyon County, so Washington County and its municipalities of Weiser, Midvale, and Cambridge may have lots of visitors in the days leading up to the eclipse.
Weiser High School is participating in a program with the National Solar Observatory out of Tuscon, Arizona. They are arranging for a special telescope to view and film the eclipse here in Weiser along with other locations across the country. Our students will receive training on how to use the telescope to collect data on the corona of the sun during the eclipse. The telescope will then be donated to the high school. The director of the project, Matt Penn is planning to coordinate the national program from here in Weiser.
Do you have a degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Are you interested in teaching?
To assist in addressing the shortage of STEM teachers in Idaho communities, faculty at Boise State University aim to identify and recruit individuals with STEM degrees to pursue STEM teaching certification. As part of that effort, we plan to develop and provide a teacher certification program in ways that allow these individuals to live and intern in their communities while pursuing certification.
This program (if funded) would provide money to complete a 14-month certification and master's program and additional money (at least $10,000/yr beyond the teaching salary) for the first four years of teaching. The availability of the program is contingent upon grant funding. The program is only available to individuals who do not currently hold an Idaho teaching certificate.
For more information about the program you can contact:
Sara Hagenah, sarahagenah@boisestate.edu or MicheleCarney, michelecarney@boisestate.edu
To determine interest and program needs, we have developed a survey to help us identify these individuals and their educational backgrounds, and necessary program structures. If you think you might be interested in such a program, please complete the survey below. We need to receive survey responses by May 1st, 2017. Here is the link to the survey:
http://tinyurl.com/STEMteaching-interest
To assist in addressing the shortage of STEM teachers in Idaho communities, faculty at Boise State University aim to identify and recruit individuals with STEM degrees to pursue STEM teaching certification. As part of that effort, we plan to develop and provide a teacher certification program in ways that allow these individuals to live and intern in their communities while pursuing certification.
This program (if funded) would provide money to complete a 14-month certification and master's program and additional money (at least $10,000/yr beyond the teaching salary) for the first four years of teaching. The availability of the program is contingent upon grant funding. The program is only available to individuals who do not currently hold an Idaho teaching certificate.
For more information about the program you can contact:
Sara Hagenah, sarahagenah@boisestate.edu or MicheleCarney, michelecarney@boisestate.edu
To determine interest and program needs, we have developed a survey to help us identify these individuals and their educational backgrounds, and necessary program structures. If you think you might be interested in such a program, please complete the survey below. We need to receive survey responses by May 1st, 2017. Here is the link to the survey:
http://tinyurl.com/STEMteaching-interest
One last look at the Snowpocalypse of 2017
A big thank you to Chris and Sharolyn Schofield and Spruce Tree Service for their help coordinating all the snow removal undertaken by the Weiser School District. Here is the link to a short video clip they produced recapturing some of the snow removal efforts in images set to music.
A big thank you to Chris and Sharolyn Schofield and Spruce Tree Service for their help coordinating all the snow removal undertaken by the Weiser School District. Here is the link to a short video clip they produced recapturing some of the snow removal efforts in images set to music.
Board of Trustees Adopts Spring Calendar Changes
At their January 13th meeting, the Weiser Board of Trustees approved the recommendations of the district administrators to capture the required hours of instruction lost due to the eleven days of school closures in January. Please note that the hours of required instruction vary by grade level and building and are set by Idaho Statute (I.C. 33-512). There will be no change to spring break (March 27-31) or the date of graduation (Sunday, May 21). Parent Teacher Conferences will be held Thursday evening, March 16th from 5:00 - 8:00 and Friday, March 17th from 9:00 - 12:00; and 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
Below is a description of the approved changes (by building) that go into effect immediately. Please contact your building administrator if you have questions about the calendar/schedule changes.
Pioneer Elementary: Redbird Kindergarten will be in session for a full day Friday, February 17th and Wednesday, March 15th. Bluebird Kindergarten will be in session for a full day Monday, February 20th and Thursday, March 16th. All Pioneer students in Grades 1 - 3 will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th.
Park Intermediate: All Park School students in Grades 4 - 5 will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th. Additionally, beginning Monday, February 27th Park School will begin school at 8:30 am and will adjust afternoon recess by 5 minutes in order to capture 14 hours of instruction over the remaining days of school this spring.
Weiser Middle School and Weiser High School: All WMS and WHS students in Grades 6 - 11 will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th.
Weiser High School Class of 2017: The Senior Class of WHS will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th. They will also attend classes and take their finals during the week of Monday, May 15 - Thursday, May 18, with graduation on Sunday, May 21st.
Indianhead Academy: Indianhead Academy students have already made up one day of school (January 27th) and will attend classes for a full day on Monday, February 20th and Friday, March 10th.
At their January 13th meeting, the Weiser Board of Trustees approved the recommendations of the district administrators to capture the required hours of instruction lost due to the eleven days of school closures in January. Please note that the hours of required instruction vary by grade level and building and are set by Idaho Statute (I.C. 33-512). There will be no change to spring break (March 27-31) or the date of graduation (Sunday, May 21). Parent Teacher Conferences will be held Thursday evening, March 16th from 5:00 - 8:00 and Friday, March 17th from 9:00 - 12:00; and 1:00 - 4:00 pm.
Below is a description of the approved changes (by building) that go into effect immediately. Please contact your building administrator if you have questions about the calendar/schedule changes.
Pioneer Elementary: Redbird Kindergarten will be in session for a full day Friday, February 17th and Wednesday, March 15th. Bluebird Kindergarten will be in session for a full day Monday, February 20th and Thursday, March 16th. All Pioneer students in Grades 1 - 3 will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th.
Park Intermediate: All Park School students in Grades 4 - 5 will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th. Additionally, beginning Monday, February 27th Park School will begin school at 8:30 am and will adjust afternoon recess by 5 minutes in order to capture 14 hours of instruction over the remaining days of school this spring.
Weiser Middle School and Weiser High School: All WMS and WHS students in Grades 6 - 11 will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th.
Weiser High School Class of 2017: The Senior Class of WHS will be in school for a full day Friday, February 17th, Monday, February 20th, and Thursday, March 16th. They will also attend classes and take their finals during the week of Monday, May 15 - Thursday, May 18, with graduation on Sunday, May 21st.
Indianhead Academy: Indianhead Academy students have already made up one day of school (January 27th) and will attend classes for a full day on Monday, February 20th and Friday, March 10th.
Weiser High School Business Technology Classes take on Digital Citizenship Initiative
The WHS Business Technology classes under the supervision of Bernie Weldon and Katie vonBrethorst have undertaken an initiative to raise awareness among students and their parents on the dangers associated with social media. Each month the group will make available information about cyber bullying, your digital footprint, online safety, plagiarism, and technology addictions. The group will publish information and post it for the widest possible exposure. The misuse of technology and social media is rapidly becoming the number one discipline and safety concern of school officials. Look for their poster at Parent Teacher Conferences and sign up for their texting service to receive their latest publications.
The WHS Business Technology classes under the supervision of Bernie Weldon and Katie vonBrethorst have undertaken an initiative to raise awareness among students and their parents on the dangers associated with social media. Each month the group will make available information about cyber bullying, your digital footprint, online safety, plagiarism, and technology addictions. The group will publish information and post it for the widest possible exposure. The misuse of technology and social media is rapidly becoming the number one discipline and safety concern of school officials. Look for their poster at Parent Teacher Conferences and sign up for their texting service to receive their latest publications.
School Safety and the See, Tell, Now! Campaign
The Idaho Office of School Safety and Security has launched a school safety initiative called the “See, Tell, Now!” campaign.
To increase the awareness of the public about school safety the See, Tell, Now! Initiative asks students, staff, and school patrons to:
SEE -- When you are in and around our school to simply be aware of your surroundings. You may notice something that doesn't seem right, looks odd or is simply out of the ordinary.
Tell -- Tell someone at your school or call the police but tell someone. We want to know what's happening at our school and your observations are important.
Now -- Do it NOW. Don't wait, don't hesitate. If something looks out of place to you, it likely is. Where the safety of our children is concerned it is better to be safe than sorry. Remember if you see something, Tell someone, Do it Now
Check out the public service announcement with First Lady Lori Otter
The Idaho Office of School Safety and Security has launched a school safety initiative called the “See, Tell, Now!” campaign.
To increase the awareness of the public about school safety the See, Tell, Now! Initiative asks students, staff, and school patrons to:
SEE -- When you are in and around our school to simply be aware of your surroundings. You may notice something that doesn't seem right, looks odd or is simply out of the ordinary.
Tell -- Tell someone at your school or call the police but tell someone. We want to know what's happening at our school and your observations are important.
Now -- Do it NOW. Don't wait, don't hesitate. If something looks out of place to you, it likely is. Where the safety of our children is concerned it is better to be safe than sorry. Remember if you see something, Tell someone, Do it Now
Check out the public service announcement with First Lady Lori Otter
The Board of Trustees welcomes new certified staff to the district at its September meeting
2015-16 Academic Achievement Report
For a summary of the district's performance on 2015-16 statewide assessments (ISAT 2.0, IRI, Science, SAT and ACT scores) and other College and Career Readiness data, go to the Academic Achievement link (under District Home Page) on this website.
For a summary of the district's performance on 2015-16 statewide assessments (ISAT 2.0, IRI, Science, SAT and ACT scores) and other College and Career Readiness data, go to the Academic Achievement link (under District Home Page) on this website.
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