District News

  • Updated Facilities Use Guidelines

    We're providing a summary of updated facilities use guidelines that will go into effect on July 1, 2020. Developed and modified by administration, these guidelines were approved by the BFCSD Board of Education earlier this spring.

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  • August 17, 2020 Start Date Approved

    Of the 386 electronic responses, 77.2% of respondents indicated that they are in support of the proposed change.

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  • Summer Office Hours

    All school offices will be open Monday through Thursday, 8:00am to 3:00pm. Friday morning hours are available by appointment or virtual meeting only.

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  • Seeking Feedback Regarding Proposed Change In Start Date

    In an effort to better support students, the District, along with the Bondurant-Farrar Educator’s Association, are proposing revisions to the 2020-2021 school calendar by adding five student contact days.

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  • Technology Access Survey For Families

    This information will help in planning for next school year, should learning from home need to occur because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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  • Return To Learn Planning

    District administrators and teacher leaders have been working on the district’s Return to Learn Plan, which must be submitted to the state by July 1st. The plan includes on-site and virtual learning, as well as a hybrid option.

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  • Master Plan Update

    The board recently received an update from SVPA Architects on the proposed Junior High which would house 7th & 8th grade students. We would now like to share the basic visuals of the design for the community to review.

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  • Iowa Bandmasters Association Recognizes Superintendent Powers

    BFCSD's 5-12 instrumental music team credits Powers for being a strong advocate for the district’s band program and making decisions that have allowed for additional space, staff, and equipment to assist the rapidly growing program.

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  • Registration Information for 2020-21 School Year

    As the 2019-20 school year comes to a unique close, we’d like to remind you of the re-enrollment process for the 2020-21 school year.

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  • Congratulations On Your Retirement

    Five longtime members of the Bondurant-Farrar family have announced their plans to retire during the 2019-20 school year - Ron Brown, Gail Hackett, Vicki Harmon, Dorothy Lampe, and Joe Ridgeway.

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  • Coronavirus (COVID-19)

    This web page will be updated as new information or guidelines are provided by public health officials. Thank you for your support and partnership as we work together to maintain a healthy learning environment.

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  • Upcoming Road Closures

    The district was recently informed of upcoming road closures related to roadway improvements near the Project Bluejay-Amazon site. Closures will detour up to two of the district’s bus routes, the RED and potentially GOLD routes.

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  • District Newsletter - Winter 2020

    The latest edition of the Bluejay Briefing includes information regarding district and staff awards, current and long-term facilities projects, and student programs.

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  • Bondurant-Farrar Receives STEM BEST Program Award

    A STEM BEST Program partner helps transform the typical K-12 classroom environments and methods to unite the workplace with the classroom and develop clear pathways from STEM education to STEM careers in the state.

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  • Long-term Master Planning: Proposed 7-8 Building

    The district has future plans of adding a new building north of the HS. This project will require voter approval of a bond referendum in September of 2020. The good news is that the district will not have to raise the school tax rate to do so.

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  • Current and Upcoming Construction Projects

    This spring, portions of the BFMS will undergo a renovation that also includes updates to the district office.

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  • Preschool Lottery for 2020-21

    The Bluejay Beginnings Preschool Program will accept lottery applications for the 2020-21 school year beginning January 13, 2020 through February 28, 2020.

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  • Public Notice of Bid Letting

    The district is currently accepting bids for a renovation project at the Bondurant-Farrar Middle School. Review the Notice of Bid Letting and supporting documents regarding the projects.

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  • Parking Guidelines & Reminders

    The district is asking for everyone’s assistance in addressing a growing problem we are seeing regarding the no parking/fire lanes on our campuses, especially at the high school.

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  • 2020-21 Academic Calendar Approved

    Next year's school calendar was approved during the November 25 board meeting. Click here to view!

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