August 30, 2023

Board Highlights from the August 21, 2023 Meeting

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

Meeting Highlights: 

• Held a public hearing and approved a resolution supporting the proposed issuance of approximately $15 million in SAVE funds to be used on future school infrastructure needs.    
• Approved incentives for substitute teachers and substitute paraeducators who work 50 and/or 100 days during the 2023-24 school year.  
• Received updates from two superintendent advisory committees - communication and finance.
• Reviewed proposals for security-improving renovations at the main entrances of the intermediate school and Anderson Elementary.

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

All Smiles on the First Day of School

Bluejay students in grades K-12 returned to school on August 23 and we caught a few pictures of the action. We’re looking forward to a great school year!

Family & Student Support Offerings

The transitions and adjustments associated with the start of a new school year can be tough. A number of supports are in place for you or a member of your household who may be struggling. We're here to help.

In addition to the counseling support and school-based therapy offered by our PK-12 team of counselors and social workers, we also partner with Employee and Family Resources (EFR) to provide additional supports for students and families through their Student Assistance Program (SAP). 

The program helps individuals manage concerns in their lives.

These FREE counseling services are available to Bondurant-Farrar staff, students, and household members 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and are strictly confidential.

Learn more: https://www.bfschools.org/Page/1198

Help Keep Our Schools Safe

School safety is a top priority at Bondurant-Farrar. Many precautions are in place and we continue to enhance and improve our safety and security protocols to ensure a safe, positive environment for all.

An important piece in our proactive approach is encouraging students, families, and community members to report past, present, and possible threats to and within our school community.

You may utilize several resources to report suspicious activity, including law enforcement, school district, and statewide reporting tools. Creating a safe learning environment is our highest priority, and it starts with early detection of potential threats. See something, say something, do something!

Learn more: https://www.bfschools.org/domain/477 

Meal Payments Now Accepted on Infinite Campus

Thank you for your patience as the district transitioned to a new food service payment system this summer! We are now able to accept meal payments via your Infinite Campus parent portal. To deposit money into your household’s food service account, please: 

• Log into your parent portal, select food service, select pay, choose the dollar amount you’d like to deposit into your account, then add to cart. From there, click on my cart and submit payment. 

• Notes: Households will have a family account moving forward, meaning all children in a household share funds. Any al-a-carte charges will be incorporated into the household account, no separate account needed for these offerings.

Free or reduced-priced meals are available for families who meet certain income guidelines. If you think you may qualify or to learn more about the free/reduced meal program, visit www.bfschools.org/Page/1128. 

Questions? Email hahnc@bfschools.org or call 515-967-7819

BFCSD All Staff Kickoff Event

On August 22, it was a sea of blue and white as staff from around the district gathered at the high school to kick off the new school year. The event got started with performances from the high school marching band and vocal choir, and we welcomed guest speaker, Joe Beckman, who spoke about the importance of human connection and meaningful relationships.

Calling All Bluejay Artists

We are seeking former graduates and current students who are interested in creating a graphic that would be used to visually represent our Portrait of a Graduate project.

The top three student submissions will receive: 1st place $300, 2nd place $200, and 3rd place $100.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/CallingAllBluejayArtists

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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