April 4, 2023

  • Bondurant-Farrar E-Briefing

  • Board Highlights from the March 27 Meeting

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

    Meeting Highlights: 

    • Mr. Kitchen and Ms. Wiltgen presented on extending learning opportunities to students through technology, how offerings have expanded, and technology supports for teachers. 
    • Mia Frommelt of Bohnsack & Frommelt, LLP presented an overview of the district's financial audit for fiscal year 2022. A copy of the audit report is available for review on the Auditor of State’s website.
    • Iowa Senate File 482 was signed into law on March 22, effective immediately, and requires students, employees, parents, and visitors to use school bathrooms, changing rooms, and other facilities as defined in the law, in accordance with their biological sex. Parents or guardians may submit a form requesting bathroom accommodations for their child if they desire greater privacy.
    • Approved a contract with the Bondurant-Farrar Education Association for 2023-2026.
    • Held discussions regarding FMLA policy adjustments and how possible changes may impact staff.
    • Hosted a planning session for potential plans for a proposed 70-acre land purchase.

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

  • Students Explore Career Opportunities

    Students in grades 8-12 had the unique opportunity to get a first-hand look into a number of professions through a recent career fair held on-site at the Bondurant-Farrar High School. Over 40 businesses and non-profit organizations attended the event, representing nearly all of the 16 career clusters. Students in attendance had the opportunity to speak with experienced professionals currently in the field and were able to explore a number of career options during the school day.

    The event was organized by the district’s Bluejays SOAR program, which works to increase college and career readiness by connecting students and their coursework to local businesses and real-life learning opportunities. By hosting this event, Bluejay SOAR created an opportunity for students to engage with prospective employers and learn about a wide variety of career opportunities, a vital step in the post-secondary planning process.

  • Bluejay Boys Basketball Brings Home State Title

    Congratulations to our boys basketball team who went 26-0 on the season to become 2023 state champions in class 3A! To celebrate their amazing season, state champion t-shirts and sweatshirts are on sale through April 5.

    Order Here: https://www.teamelitesports.com/bondurant.html

    Team photo of players, coaches, cheerleaders, and managers with champion banner and trophy

    Photo Credit: Jasper Wilson, student of Bondurant-Farrar’s Bluejay Digital Program

  • Over 25 Summer Camps Offered in 2023

    Bondurant-Farrar's interactive and FUN summer camp sessions are for BFCSD students going into grades 1-8 in the Fall of 2023. Many of the sessions are offered twice, as we know everyone has busy schedules. Each session is led by a BFCSD educator who will highly engage and inspire student's creativity and imagination. 

    Camps reopened for registration on Monday, April 3. The cost is $75 per session and financial assistance is available.

    Learn more: https://www.bfschools.org/summercamps

  • Kindergarten Registration Now Open for 2023-24

    The Bondurant-Farrar Community School District welcomes your kindergarten student! We take great pride in creating a culture of learning in our classrooms to help make the transition to kindergarten a positive experience for your child and family. 

    In order to best prepare for our new students, we are asking new and returning families to complete online registration for incoming 2023-2024 kindergarten students beginning March 27, 2023.

    Get Started: https://www.bfschools.org/Page/677

    Calling all kindergarteners! Registration for 2023-24 is now open.

  • Have a Question?

    Our online form serves as a way to electronically submit GENERAL comments, questions, and concerns. This is in an effort to increase opportunities for two-way communication with district stakeholders. 

    General questions, comments, or concerns should be handled at the lowest level possible.

    If you are unsure where to start, please refer to our general inquiries form, which can be accessed through the link below and found anytime in the footer of our website. 

    Visit: www.bfschools.org/contactus

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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