March 2, 2023

  • Bondurant-Farrar E-Briefing

  • Board Highlights from the February 27 Meeting

    Electronic agendas and supporting documents can be viewed at least 24 hours in advance of each meeting. The full agenda of the February 27, 2023 board meeting can be viewed here (Board Docs).

    Meeting Highlights: 

    • Received an update from Thad Long of SVPA Architects regarding the status of current and upcoming facilities projects. Click here to view the project list.
    • Held discussions and first readings of potential changes to FMLA policies to be effective after January 1, 2024.
    • Approved $50 stipend for staff members who become CPR certified, retroactively effective as of January 1, 2023.
    • Accepted donations from Prairie Meadows and Polk County for a combined total of approximately $28,800.  
    • Received updates from three superintendent advisory committees - infrastructure, communication, and finance.
    • Approved plans and bid letting for security-improving renovations at the intermediate school and Anderson Elementary.
    • Approved new positions for the 2023-24 school year.
    • Held an exempt session before the regular meeting to discuss negotiations with the Bondurant-Farrar Education Association.

    For information regarding upcoming meetings, contacting board members, and detailed agendas, please visit www.bfschools.org/Page/854.

  • Bondurant-Farrar Celebrates Public Schools Week

    Families, educators, school leaders, and public education advocates across the country are joining together in celebrating public schools from February 27 through March 3; a week designated to highlight and show support for our local public schools.

    At Bondurant-Farrar, the teaching and learning occurring in our public schools positively impacts students and families, our neighborhoods, and the communities we serve. Our educators and support staff provide a welcoming and safe environment while going above and beyond to meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of each student. The district employs over 375 staff members who are truly #HereForTheKids. 

    Public schools week is February 27 through March 3

  • Fresh, Locally Grown Meat in School Lunches 

    Thanks to a local foods grant, Bondurant-Farrar kitchens have been able to serve fresh, locally grown meat in school lunches. Beef from Shivers Farms of Bondurant was served recently in pizza burgers and on the menu again on Tuesday in a pasta dish. What a tasty looking meal! 
Locally Grown Meat in School Lunches

  • Recognizing Our Outstanding Transportation Department

    Did you know February 22 was bus driver appreciation day? We would like to take a moment to publically thank our transportation department for all they do to ensure Bondurant-Farrar students arrive safely to and from school and activities each day - rain, sleet, snow, or shine! We appreciate our outstanding team of bus and van drivers.

    Members of transportation department taking group photo in front of a parked school bus.

  • School Breakfast Week Begins March 6

    Did you know your child can get a hot, nutritious breakfast every morning in their school cafeteria? 

    The week of March 6 is National School Breakfast Week (NSBW) and a perfect time to check out the healthy choices available! The NSBW campaign theme, “DIG IN to School Breakfast,” reminds the entire school community that healthy breakfast options available at school provide an energizing start to the day for students.

    Busy weekday mornings make it a challenge for many families to find time for a healthy breakfast. Fortunately, Bondurant-Farrar schools offer nutritious school breakfasts, complete with fruit and low-fat or fat-free milk, to ensure students are fueled for learning every school day. Each Bondurant-Farrar school begins serving breakfast at 7:30am and menus are available online at https://www.bfschools.org/Page/232. 

    As a reminder, families who are unable to pay the full price of meals may be eligible for free or reduced prices based on income eligibility guidelines. To complete a free/reduced application, visit our website at https://www.bfschools.org/Page/1128.

    Smiling student picking breakfast items

  • Calendar Change: Early Dismissal on Tuesday, March 7

    Bondurant-Farrar schools will dismiss early on Tuesday, 3/7 in order to accommodate the many students and staff wishing to cheer on our Bluejays at the boys' state basketball tournament.

    For more information, please click here.

    Schedule for the week of March 6

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    Contact Us

    Thank you for taking time to review the latest issue of the Bondurant-Farrar E-Briefing. The purpose of this publication is to provide board updates, news, and events from around the district. If you have suggestions, comments, or feedback regarding this publication, please reach out!

    Jessica Hartgers
    Communications Specialist 
    hartgersj@bfschools.org
    515-967-7819