Just a reminder that Council Elementary School is dismissing students at 11:30 am this morning.
Thank you.
Mr. Fontana
Thank you.
Mr. Fontana
🎄 Community Partnership Making a Difference 🎄
The Council School District PTO would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to M&W Market, our dedicated district staff and board members, and the Council School District PTO members for their incredible teamwork and generosity this holiday season.
Through this partnership, we were able to make four kids’ Christmases a little brighter. Together, we ensured that each child received not only items from their wish lists, but also essential needs, comfort items, hygiene supplies, and grocery gift cards to support their families.
This effort is a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when our community comes together with care, compassion, and a shared commitment❤️
Thank you to everyone who contributed time, resources, and heart to make this possible.
The Council School District PTO would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to M&W Market, our dedicated district staff and board members, and the Council School District PTO members for their incredible teamwork and generosity this holiday season.
Through this partnership, we were able to make four kids’ Christmases a little brighter. Together, we ensured that each child received not only items from their wish lists, but also essential needs, comfort items, hygiene supplies, and grocery gift cards to support their families.
This effort is a powerful reminder of what can be accomplished when our community comes together with care, compassion, and a shared commitment❤️
Thank you to everyone who contributed time, resources, and heart to make this possible.

Don't forget about Santa's Workshop at the elementary school this week! There are lots of great little gifts for your children to purchase!

An updated Finals Schedule has been uploaded to csd13.org. We made some changes, please take a look!

Hello Parents,
One of our Schoolwide Improvement Plan (SWIP) goals for CES is to reduce student absenteeism. Research continues to show that when students attend school regularly, their learning, achievement, and success all increase. I'm happy to report that as of December 10th, CES has reduced its total number of student absences from 420 on this date last year to 352 this year. This is a reduction of 68 days! Go Lumberjacks! Thank you to parents for making school attendance a priority and thank you to CES teachers and staff members for making CES a positive educational environment where students will learn and thrive!
Thank you.
Mr. Fontana
One of our Schoolwide Improvement Plan (SWIP) goals for CES is to reduce student absenteeism. Research continues to show that when students attend school regularly, their learning, achievement, and success all increase. I'm happy to report that as of December 10th, CES has reduced its total number of student absences from 420 on this date last year to 352 this year. This is a reduction of 68 days! Go Lumberjacks! Thank you to parents for making school attendance a priority and thank you to CES teachers and staff members for making CES a positive educational environment where students will learn and thrive!
Thank you.
Mr. Fontana
Tomorrow Night @ 6:00pm!! Come dressed in your Christmas best! It's the FIRST HOME GAME OF THE SEASON!! Council Lumberjacks vs. Cascade Ramblers! See you there!!

A lost key was found this morning in the bleachers of the HS gym! Call the HS office with a discription if you think it belongs to you! 208 253 4217

CES Roots of Self Reliance Project -
We will be having a meeting at the CES greenhouse tomorrow, Thursday the 11th, at 4:00 for parents who are interested in learning about the greenhouse and how to be involved. We would love to see you there!
We will be having a meeting at the CES greenhouse tomorrow, Thursday the 11th, at 4:00 for parents who are interested in learning about the greenhouse and how to be involved. We would love to see you there!

Dear Council,
Merry Christmas! 🎄
The Council FFA Christmas Wreath Sale is officially underway. If you would like to support the FFA, The FFA would love the opportunity to make you a beautiful, handcrafted wreath in return.
Please use the link below to place your order.
Thank you for supporting the Chapter and helping them grow!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ffa-christmas-wreath-sale
Merry Christmas! 🎄
The Council FFA Christmas Wreath Sale is officially underway. If you would like to support the FFA, The FFA would love the opportunity to make you a beautiful, handcrafted wreath in return.
Please use the link below to place your order.
Thank you for supporting the Chapter and helping them grow!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ffa-christmas-wreath-sale

🎁✨ The Lil’ Shopper’s Shoppe is almost here! ✨🎁
We are so excited to bring back this sweet tradition where students get to experience the joy of giving by picking out special gifts for the people they love.
Our Santa Shop will run from dates 12/15-12/17 and times 12:00 - 3:30 pm, and kiddos will have the chance to shop in a fun, safe, and budget-friendly way. 💛
You can check out more details here:
👉 https://myschool.holidayshop.org/cneschool
We can’t wait to see all the thoughtful treasures your children choose! 🎅🛍️💚
We are so excited to bring back this sweet tradition where students get to experience the joy of giving by picking out special gifts for the people they love.
Our Santa Shop will run from dates 12/15-12/17 and times 12:00 - 3:30 pm, and kiddos will have the chance to shop in a fun, safe, and budget-friendly way. 💛
You can check out more details here:
👉 https://myschool.holidayshop.org/cneschool
We can’t wait to see all the thoughtful treasures your children choose! 🎅🛍️💚

Week of December 8-11

Check out these upcoming PTO events! We would love to see you at tonight's meeting!


Happy Thanksgiving from the 6th Grade!




Pre-K, kindergarten, first grade, and second grade did a Charlie Brown Friendsgiving! Happy Thanksgiving!


The Elementary School Library recently purchased 70 new books with funds received from the Adams County Healthcare Foundation and Thrift Store. We thank them for their generous grant! The kids will love the new books and many have already been checked out. We will order more books in the spring, as we have only used about half of the funds. 6th grade library helpers are pictured here with the new books. The library helpers stamp the books, label them, and help get them ready for circulation.


Happy Thanksgiving!

Check out Mrs. Shumway's 4th grade Idaho History Native American Project! Students display their projects and families have an opportunity to come in and view them. It's a great opportunity for students to share what they've learned with others in our community. Great job, 4th Grade!




It is a busy time of year in the greenhouse classes! Middle school students are learning to measure and make small projects with wood and to identify plants. They also trimmed out school Syringa. We hope it survives that attack from the daughters of true lumberjacks!
The Floral class also been busy preparing for an upcoming competition and making Cornucopias for Thanksgiving.






Each year, the Youth Advocacy Coalition (YAC) highlights one group in the Mountain North West community to honor through the Nominate a Champion campaign.
Last year, they celebrated amazing first responders.
This year, we’re recognizing the incredible work of our Hope Squad and focusing on the trusted adults who make a positive impact on the lives of our youth. 💙
Do you have a coach, teacher, family member, neighbor, or community member who supports you, believes in you, or helps you feel safe and valued? Someone who shows up for you when it matters most?
✨ Nominate them as your Youth Champion!
Those nominated will be recognized throughout the upcoming year as part of our community’s effort to build hope, strengthen connections, and celebrate the adults who uplift our youth.
Use the QR code on the flyer to cast your nomination anytime throughout the year!
Last year, they celebrated amazing first responders.
This year, we’re recognizing the incredible work of our Hope Squad and focusing on the trusted adults who make a positive impact on the lives of our youth. 💙
Do you have a coach, teacher, family member, neighbor, or community member who supports you, believes in you, or helps you feel safe and valued? Someone who shows up for you when it matters most?
✨ Nominate them as your Youth Champion!
Those nominated will be recognized throughout the upcoming year as part of our community’s effort to build hope, strengthen connections, and celebrate the adults who uplift our youth.
Use the QR code on the flyer to cast your nomination anytime throughout the year!

Don't forget about our See's Candies fundraiser to support our GRIT program! The deadline to order is December 5th. Use the attached link to place your order!
https://www.yumraising.com/store/winter-2025-council-schools-pbis-a9e7/corChe15998
https://www.yumraising.com/store/winter-2025-council-schools-pbis-a9e7/corChe15998

