Madison School District #321

Join us for this week's Education Series class, "Beating the Burden of Stress, Anxiety, and Burnout: What's the Difference and What Can We Do About It?" taught by Ellon Chase on Wednesday, October 12 from 10 am until noon. Education Series is FREE to attendees and held at the Madison Education Center, 60 West Main in Rexburg. There is limited space in our FREE childcare so registration is required to attend. For a schedule of upcoming classes and to complete a registration form, visit msd321.com > Madison Cares > Register for a Class>Education Series

We are still looking for volunteers for the State Golf Championships tomorrow at Teton Lakes Golf Course. If you can help be at the course between 8:45 and 10:00am and we will get you assigned. These student athletes would love the support.

Mrs. Jensen is a fourth grade teacher at Burton Elementary. When being asked what she loved most about her job she said, “I love the children and the great supporting staff! The administrators, other teachers, everybody! Everybody is really good to work with!” #wearemadison #peopleofmadison

Senior Night for these boys!!!! What a great night for some soccer!!!!

Want to get certified in Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) for Adults? This course teaches participants how to recognize signs of mental health or substance use challenges in adults ages 18 and older, how to offer and provide initial help, and how to guide a person toward appropriate care, if necessary. This course provides participants with a certificate upon completion and participants are certified as MHFA first responders for three years. Our next course will be on October 10th and 11th, both days from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm. This is a two-day course, and attendance is required all 8 hours to receive certification. This course is FREE, but registration is required. Scan the QR code to complete a registration form or visit msd321.com > Madison Cares > Register for a Class This month's course will be taught by Travis Schwab and Rick Croft.

Madison Volleyball Champions of Battle of the Best, hosted at Madison High School

Madison volleyball hosting The Battle of the Best today and tomorrow!!! Come watch some great volleyball at Madison High School.

Mrs. Navarrete is both the ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher and the head cheer adviser for both Madison Junior High and Madison High School. She spends her days helping students who move from other countries in their core classes. When Mrs. Navarrete is not in her classroom you will find her in the gym coaching! We are so thankful for Mrs. Navarrete and all she does for our students. #wearemadison #peopleofmadison

Attention!!! The Bobcat Fieldhouse will be closed to the public Thursday, October 6th, for a scheduled power outage to the area. Thanks!

The Red Cross has just announced an urgent need for blood donations due to hurricane Ian and its expected disruptions to patient care as well as cancellations of blood collecting efforts in the effected areas. There are still spots in our drive which is happening tomorrow, Thursday September 29 from 1-7pm and Madison Jr High. You can sign up by going to www.redcrossblood.org then search 83440. If none of the times work for you, just show up and we will fit you in. THANK YOU!

We want to give a HUGE shout out to MIkel Walker. Mike was recently inducted into the Madison High Hall of Fame! The MHS Hall of Fame was founded in 2017 as a way to honor retired alumni for their contributions and their dedicated service to Madison High School, their community of residence, and to the well-being of their corner of the world. From all of us here at Madison. Thank you Mikel for who you are! You can read a bit more about Mikel below: Mikel Walker was born on December 14, 1956, in Rigby, Idaho. His younger years were spent growing up in Rigby. When Mikel was 12 years old, his parents decided to move their family-owned restaurant to Rexburg. The family made the move from Rigby to Rexburg in 1968. He worked for his father in the family restaurant while growing up, learning business skills that would benefit him later in life. Mikel graduated from Madison High School in 1975. While in high school, Mikel became interested in Emergency Medicine and shortly after graduating began working part-time with Madison County Ambulance. He was hired full-time in October 1978, and worked with Madison County Ambulance and Madison Fire Department until his retirement in June 2016. He was serving as Assistant Fire Chief at the time of his retirement. Mikel loved his profession as a Paramedic-Firefighter and the people he served with. This time brought great joy and satisfaction as he served the people of Madison County. Mikel has been married to Barbara Walker for 41 years. They have four children and ten wonderful grandchildren. Mikel and Barbara have been business owners in Rexburg for many years, having the opportunity to work with the people of Rexburg, Madison County, and the surrounding area. They owned and operated Walker Medical beginning in 1990 until they sold the business in 2001. Presently, Mikel and Barbara are owners of Paul Mitchell The School in Rexburg. They have been active in church and community affairs throughout the years. Many great people have mentored Mikel throughout his life, which has allowed him to experience many great things. He has also mentored others and has left his positive influence everywhere he goes. He was elected to the City Council in November of 2017. Prior to being elected to City Council, Mikel served on the Traffic and Safety Committee and has served on several City, County, and State Committees throughout his employment with the Fire Department. His liaison assignments include Parks and Recreation, Trails of Madison County, and the Mayor's Youth Advisory Board. Mikel and Barbara raised their family in the Madison School District, and they have been active supporters of the Madison Bobcats. They love Rexburg and the people who live here.

Did you know this month is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month? Did you now that YOU can help prevent suicide simply by becoming educated and informed on the topic? Madison Cares is providing an opportunity for YOU to learn more to protect the children and youth in our community and in your life. On Monday, September 26th from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Madison High School Performing Arts Center, they will be hosting a screening of the incredible film, My Ascension. After the screening, there will be a panel of mental health professionals and community members to answer questions about suicide, mental health, and suicide prevention. Please, plan to attend with your teens (14+) and become informed together. My Ascension is A Documentary Film and Movement to Spread Hope and Fight Suicide. A suicide attempt left 16-year-old varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit paralyzed but propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience to help others find hope and stay alive. Madison Cares has secured funding for the one time screening of this event.

It's time to end Homecoming week with a BANG, or in other words, OUR HOCO PARADE! Nothing screams school spirt like this parade! Pull on your red shirt and bring the kids out to come support our BOBCAT NATION! ***The route starts in front of the Madison Education Center (former Jr. High 60 West Main), goes down Main street and turns down 3rd East (west side of smith park)

Tiffanie Clark is the office secretary at Madison Junior High. When walking through the doors her smiling face is one of the first faces that you will see! Tiffanie spends her days helping people with whatever they may need and directing them where they need to go. #wearemadison #peopleofmadison

Just a reminder the Bobcat Fieldhouse will be closed all day tomorrow (Sept. 23) to the public for Homecoming. Normal public hours will resume Saturday, Sept. 24. Have a great weekend and go Bobcats!

Madison Stay-2-Play begins THIS WEEK and will run through December 1st! It will be held each Tuesdays from 1pm - 2pm and each Thursday from 10am - 11am (with the first one being SEPT 22) at the Madison Education Center (former jr. high) at 60 West Main. Stay-2-Play is the PERFECT opportunity to get out of the house, socialize with other parents and have your kids participate in a short organized activity followed by free-time play! This event is FREE to the public and applies to anyone with a child 6 months to 6 years old. Call 208-359-1256 with questions! No registration required, just show up!

Mrs. Bowden has been teaching 3rd grade at South Fork Elementary for two years! The thing she loves most about her job is the kids! She said, “The kids are just so fun to work with!” We are so thankful for all that she does. #wearemadison #peopleofmadison

Madison School District is excited to announce the district wide implementation of a new anonymous tip line to report bullying, violence, drugs or harm. The program is called SEE, TELL, NOW! There are THREE ways to make a report. Go to www.seetellnow.org to explore and become familiar with them all! When you SEE something, TELL someone, NOW! SEE When you are in and around your school, simply be aware of your surroundings. You may notice something that doesn’t seem right, looks odd or is simply out of the ordinary. TELL Tell someone at your school or call the police – but tell someone. We want to know what’s happening at your school, and your observations are important NOW Do it NOW. Don’t wait, don’t hesitate. If something looks out of place to you, it likely is. When it comes to the safety of our children, it’s always a better idea to be safe rather than sorry.

Did you know this month is Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month? Did you now that YOU can help prevent suicide simply by becoming educated and informed on the topic? Madison Cares is providing an opportunity for YOU to learn more to protect the children and youth in our community and in your life. On Monday, September 26th from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Madison High School Performing Arts Center, they will be hosting a screening of the incredible film, My Ascension. After the screening, there will be a panel of mental health professionals and community members to answer questions about suicide, mental health, and suicide prevention. Please, plan to attend with your teens and become informed together. My Ascension is A Documentary Film and Movement to Spread Hope and Fight Suicide. A suicide attempt left 16-year-old varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit paralyzed but propelled her on a mission to use her painful experience to help others find hope and stay alive.

The Bobcat Fieldhouse will be closed all day on September 23rd for Homecoming. Thanks!