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

The shop has been very busy over the past few weeks—so busy, in fact, that I haven’t provided an update in a while. All aspects of the shop are running like a well-oiled machine, and we have projects coming in and heading out daily.

The freshman class wrapped up their plumbing unit two weeks ago and is now in the middle of the electrical unit. Students are learning how to wire a simple outlet/light circuit. I want to thank Propel Electric and Jensen Electric for donating supplies for this unit.

Our welding students are working on personal projects as well as preparing for their next welding exam, which will take place in mid-January.

The small engines department has been extremely active as well. So far, students have repaired more than 17 different engines, ranging from chainsaws to water pumps to dirt bikes. Remember—our repair shop is always looking for more engines to fix!

I am very proud of what our Lumberjacks have accomplished so far.

Mr. Power

Just a reminder, Picture Retakes are tomorrow, Wednesday, November 19th!

CES is so grateful for our SRO, Chris Carlisle! Today, he hosted an anti-bullying assembly for our students. Thank you for sharing this important message with us, Officer Carlisle!

Picture Retake Day - Wednesday, November 19th
To order online, use code 0334DXD at gemstatephoto.inter-state.com

Do some Christmas shopping and support the good behavior of our students at the same time! Use the attached link to purchase gifts from See's Candies. The proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward rewarding students for meeting GRIT (Gratitude, Respect, Integrity, and Tenacity) expectations at school! Order online through the link, and your purchases will ship directly to your home. Please make your purchases by December 5th. Thank you!
https://www.yumraising.com/store/winter-2025-council-schools-pbis-a9e7/corChe15998

Elementary students achieved their GRIT goal for Quarter One. Their reward was to dress Principal Fontana up as a mummy today! Thank you to Mr. Fontana for being a great sport. Keep up the good work, students!

November Lunch Menu - Check the website for daily menus!

Don't forget about the pumpkin decorating and costume parade through town on Thursday! Please reach out to the office at CES if you have any questions!

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Be sure to download our new app to stay up to date with Council School District!

Next YAC Community Coalition Meeting - November 3rd at 5:30 PM. You do not need to register to attend, but please register in advance to sign up for dinner and/or child care during the meeting.

Elementary Conferences
October 28th & 29th 5:00 - 7:00 PM

Testing week is behind us!

While most students were taking ISATs and PSATs, a few of our welders were taking some tests of their own. Today, four seniors in the Ag Welding program tested for certifications in GMAW (MIG) and SMAW (Stick) welding.

Students Wyatt Tharp, Hattie Nunn, Cambria Longtin, and Logan Toombs did an amazing job! Everyone attempted 1G–3G (flat, horizontal, vertical) welds on the MIG welder — and all passed!

Wyatt, Hattie, and Logan also attempted a 1G Stick weld test; while they narrowly missed passing, their progress and determination were outstanding. Cambria took it a step further and attempted a 4G (overhead) weld on the MIG welder, just barely missing her mark as well.

I am extremely proud of the effort and skill these students demonstrated throughout their testing. We’ll get even more certs next go around!

-Mr. Power
(Pictured is everyone with their passing tests, some welding/prep, and a video of Wyatt Tharp's 1G SMAW bend test)

It's Pumpkin Day at Council Elementary School! Students received pumpkins to be used for the pumpkin decorating contest on Thursday, October 30th. A special thank you to Purdum's Produce in Fruitland for donating all of the pumpkins and to Tyler and Taylor Shelton, as well as Katie Tharp for getting the pumpkins to the kids.