On November 21, voters will decide on a new proposed construction bond for Iron County School District, which promises to be tax neutral — no increase from FY2024 levels.
The bond proposal:
• Provides funding to build a new elementary school and an alternative programs building;
• Adds nine classrooms and separate spaces for wrestling, weight lifting and dance at Canyon View High School;
• Places ADA playgrounds at all elementary schools and preschools;
• And increases access to high school football stadiums for community groups and other school programs with the installation of artificial turf.
Read more about the projects and visit our website at www.irondistrict.org/page/bond-2023
The first day of school for elementary students is in the books for 2023-24. Students were welcomed back with balloon arches, bubbles, cheers, dancing and, of course, lots of pictures. Hallways and classrooms burst with excitement — and a few nerves — as students settle in for an eventful school year.
Yeehaw! 🌟 This week, ICSD drivers proved that taming a wild stallion is nothing compared to taming the big yellow school bus! Drivers gathered at Wood Ranch Park, to showcase their prowess in seven challenges. 🚍🎯
In the pre-check showdown drivers meticulously examined a parked bus, hunting down 22 sneaky issues.
Next, they flaunted their bus-loading and unloading finesse. Then the daring drivers took a big yellow beast up a hill, nailing a tight right turn and changed lanes with the finesse of a seasoned rodeo cowboy.
Some drivers displayed true skill as they backed a bus into a spot that seemed more suitable for a compact car. As if that wasn’t enough, they then maneuvered through a narrowing alleyway with the skill of a tightrope walker. To end it all, the colossal vehicle was brought to a halt within a mere 6 inches of a cone!
At ICSD, we're beyond proud of our drivers. With our most precious cargo on board, they're not just driving—they're driving defensively, ensuring that our kids reach their schools safe and sound. Here's to our unsung heroes of the road! 🙌👏 #ICSDRodeo #DrivingHeroes #PreciousCargoSafety
The District Offices will open at 9 a.m., Tuesday, July 11. Staff are participating in an off-site event.
It was a hot Fourth of July morning, but the parade did not disappoint. A highlight was two patriotic Iron County School District buses celebrating 100 years of transportation. Participating groups from Cedar High and Canyon View High also entertained spectators.
Teachers in Iron County School District left the front of the classroom this week and took a seat as the student as they learned from national, state and local education experts. Marcia Tate told teachers there are 12 brain-based principles that can be used to avoid burnout and promote optimism and well-being. Chad Ford spoke of ways to transform conflict and build better relationships with students, parents and others. Other speakers taught leadership skills, gave classroom management tips and took teachers on a deep dive into the importance of using data in teaching. Teachers were then able to collaborate with one another in their individual schools as they reviewed what they learned. Many spoke of the rejuvenation that workshops like the Iron Strong Conference give to their profession.
In observance of Memorial Day, all schools and district offices are closed Monday, May 29. Beginning June 5, district offices will be open 6 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Contact your school for summer hours.
It was an intense Battle of the Books as third, fourth and fifth-grade teams from Enoch and South Elementary met in a quiz game format and answered questions based on 20-25 books the students read throughout the year. Some questions brought immediate correct answers of the book title and author, while others stumped both teams. The winners are Enoch fifth-grade Flying Chickens, Enoch fourth-grade Ravenclaws and South third-grade Green Ninjas. Congratulations students!
The old adage states "The worst day fishing is better than the best day working." Second- through fourth-grade students from Escalante Valley Elementary put that to the test with a visit to Lake at the Hills. The Division of Natural Resources provided a quick lesson, fishing poles and power bait so every student could try to catch the big one. For some it was a preview of future summer activities, while others held a fishing pole for the first time. Some students even tried scooping up the small fish that swam close to the shore. All agreed it was the perfect day for fishing.
Eleven Iron County School District students who participated in the Utah Aerospace Pathways program were honored today at Southwest Technical College. Megen Ralphs, Vice President of ALIGN PRECISION and Chair of the State Workforce Development Board, said the program helps students develop an interest in aerospace through a variety of hands-on experiences. The industry itself is vast, she said, which allows students to find an area of interest for a possible career. Align Precision General Manager Corey Judd said he received a college degree in history but found he was more interested in aerospace after working in the industry while he obtained his degree. Family members cheered on the students and learned more about the work students participated in throughout the year. Congratulations to Cedar High students Samuel Rasch, Braxton Fife, Ethan Lunt, Quade Taylor, Jayson Ziegler and Kaleb Ringle; Canyon View High students Ian Gibson, Rylan Jacobs, and Mallory Huhtala, and Parowan High students Carson Hoyt and Gideon Carter.
Schools could not get through each day without the help of so many substitute teachers. Today, the district's substitute provider ESS Southern Utah celebrated all of the substitutes who have assisted in Iron County School District's 19 schools throughout the year. Attendees were treated to pizza from Pizza Hut and prizes. Additionally, four individuals were recognized with a certificate and bag of goodies: Alan Kunihiro, Iron County’s Substitute of the year; LaRee Kurtz, most days in the classroom this school year at 168 scheduled; Norma Perez, most schools worked (16 of our 19 campuses); and Laura Hall, most days at one school with 65 days at Cedar High. Thank you for all you do to keep classrooms running as smooth as possible when the regular teacher cannot be there!
Sometimes it's OK to brag and we can't help but brag about Canyon View/Launch High School student Tilisa "T" Matakaiongo. She recently took home the title from the USA Wrestling World Trials in Las Vegas. This sophomore lady wrestler holds two Utah state titles, a national title and now the World Trials title. High fives to her and all of her accomplishments.
Cold, gusty winds did not take the energy away from the annual adaptive track meet held at Cedar High School. Canyon View, Cedar, Parowan and Post High students ran the 50 meter and 100 meter dash, long jumped and threw "javelins" and discs. First, second and third place ribbons were awarded and every student went home with a medal. The smiles and excitement were contagious for all who cheered the students on.
Canyon View High School dance classes and the Colla Voce choir took on a unique project for their end-of-year performance. The large-scale collaborative work featured student-choreographed and performed dance along with the live music of the Colla Voce choir. The performance "I Never Saw Another Butterfly” is a song cycle set to poems written by children in the Terezin concentration camp during the Holocaust. These hauntingly beautiful poems were brought to life through song and dance. Each illustrated finding hope and beauty in the world around them despite their circumstances.
Hear ye! Hear ye! Students throughout Iron County stepped back to the Elizabethan era with a visit to Southern Utah University for the annual Bard's Birthday Bash. Period activities included cake with Queen Elizabeth, maypole dancing and jousting. Some students also participated in Shakespearean performances. Three Peaks Elementary second-graders in Susan Parker and Tonya Hunter's classes performed a shortened version of Midsummer Night's Dream as they took to the stage in the Adam's Theatre.
Check out these pictures of future scientists and inventors at the STEM night at North Elementary. Students and their families were able to explore science, technology, engineering and math with hands-on activities and experiments. Big thank you to SUU Stem Center and others who helped make this night a success.
Can you spell R-E-C-U-S-A-N-T? That was just one of many words that fourth- and fifth-grade students participating in the district spelling bee spelled correctly. In fact, the group of finalists exhausted the judges' list as they expertly spelled their way to the region competition. In the end, the first place winner was Anna Nesha Seegmiller, second place to Cameran Benson and third place Bridget Thompson.
Congratulations to all of our participants: Maxwell Hayes, Jexlee Anzalone, Addison Hardman, Joshua Hruby, Ty Huff, Sadie Hallows, Braxton Hardman, Sadie Tebbs, Aubrey Tuttle, Hanna Scherzberg, Leilani Haycock, Korver Sheridan, Keaton Payne,
Grant Pearson, Saige Petersen, Eva Heaton and Jackson Marrugi.
Please note: The Iron County School District offices will be open from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, March 16, and Friday, March 17. Regular hours will return Monday, March 20.
Fiddlers Elementary was placed on a Level 1 Lockdown just as school was releasing due to police activity in the area. The Lockdown was lifted at about 3:45 p.m. All students and staff are safe. Students are being released to their parents or boarding the school bus. Children on the bus will be arriving home later than usual. We appreciate local law enforcement and the quick actions of school staff in keeping students and parents safe. We also thank parents for their patience and cooperation with Lockdown Safety Protocols as this occurred just as school was releasing and parents were arriving at the school. These protocols help keep students safe and allow law enforcement to focus on the safety of the community.
Cedar Middle School was placed in a Level 2 Lockdown today for about 45 minutes following a report from a student who said a group of students were heard talking about a gun. Law enforcement and administrators investigated the rumor. Students were interviewed and backpacks were checked and there was no evidence of a weapon found. Students are safe and school has returned to normal.
A Level 2 Lockdown means all exterior and interior doors are locked and no one is let in or out of the building. Students move to the nearest classroom immediately, teachers clear the hallways and regular classroom activities continue inside the room.
We are appreciative of local law enforcement and the quick actions of school administrators in an effort to keep our students safe.
We also want to thank parents for their cooperation when Lockdown Safety Protocols are initiated. Those protocols help keep students safe and allow law enforcement to focus on their investigation.
