Newsletter: September 4, 2025
Welcome Back, Bluejays!
School kicked off on August 25, and this week we also welcomed our preschoolers. We’ve loved seeing students back in the halls! Check out some first-day smiles in our Flickr albums!
Come Drive With Us!
We're hiring van and bus drivers for morning and afternoon routes. Enjoy competitive pay, guaranteed minimum hours, and the opportunity to support Bluejay students every day.
- VAN DRIVERS: $21/hour, shifts 7–8am (M-F), 1:45-2:45pm (M), 3–4pm pm (T-F)
- BUS DRIVERS: $25/hour, shifts 7–8:30am (M-F), 1:15-2:45pm (M), 2:45–4:15pm (T-F)
Interested? Apply today at www.bfschools.org/careers.
Questions? Call us at 515-967-7819 or email hr@bfschools.org.
Playground Upgrade at Anderson Elementary
The new playground at Anderson Elementary officially opened on Tuesday! Updates include new equipment, improved safety features, and play options for all abilities. Thank you to the Bondurant-Farrar Parent Teacher Organization for their support in completing this project. We’re excited to see students enjoying this improved space!
High School Addition & Renovations
Students have begun using our new and renovated spaces! The new art classrooms, expanded multipurpose/wrestling room, larger strength and conditioning area, and expanded cafeteria are already in use, while final touches continue. Newly renovated classrooms for choir and industrial technology are supporting programs as they grow, and our updated athletic training room is now better equipped to support student athletes. It’s been exciting to see students move into these areas, and we look forward to watching them continue to thrive.
Community Open House: We are planning an open house event later this fall, likely the week of October 20, to give families and community members a chance to tour the new spaces and see the improvements firsthand. Stay tuned for more information!
IN THE NEWS: Channel 5 recently visited to highlight these projects
Art Mural Ribbon Cutting
Last week, the City of Bondurant hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the new mural just south of the park. The project was led by artist Chris Vance in collaboration with Mr. Golightly and a group of our high school art students. These ongoing collaborations with Mr. Vance give students unique opportunities to participate in the public art process while leaving a lasting impact on the community. Way to go!
Progress on New Activities Complex
Site work is underway on the new outdoor activities spaces at the high school. The complex will feature turf baseball and softball fields, tennis and pickleball courts. The project is an exciting step forward for Bluejay athletics, with the complex set to open by summer 2026.
New Elementary & Access Road
Exciting progress is happening on our future elementary school! City crews have started work on Truman Drive, the new road off 2nd Street (just north of the “old” Casey’s), which will lead to the school.
The exact grades served at the new elementary will be determined later this year, depending largely on class sizes and projected growth. The building is designed with flexibility for the future and could potentially become a PK–4 site as the surrounding area develops.
We expect to break ground on the school later this fall or early spring, with an anticipated opening in Fall 2027.
Check out these draft renderings for a first look at what’s to come!
School Board Elections: November 4, 2025
The Bondurant-Farrar Board of Education provides leadership and direction for our district. Iowa school board elections are held in November of odd-numbered years, with the next election to take place on November 4, 2025. Bondurant-Farrar will have two seats on the ballot.
Key Dates for those Interested in School Board Candidacy:
- Aug 25, 2025: First day to file nomination papers
- Sept 18, 2025: Nomination paperwork due by 5:00 p.m.
Need Help? We're Here for You.
If you have questions or need support, we encourage you to reach out to us directly. We're happy to assist and connect you with the right person. You can find our school directory and key contacts at the link below—we're just a message or call away.