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August 15 Newsletter

Posted Date: 8/18/25 (5:30 PM)
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Cheetah Chatter

August 15, 2025

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First Day of School

We can't wait to see you on Thursday, August 21st for the first day of school! We are excited to kick off another year. We are excited to see our returning Cheetahs and ready to welcome our newest Cheetah family.


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Pick Up and Drop Off

Pick Up, Drop Off, and Parking Lot Safety
  • Safety of your child(ren) is our priority. Please pick up and drop off your child in the designated areas.
  • NO drop-off/pick-up in the bus lane.
  • No traffic or parking allowed in the bus lane.
  • Please pull forward as far as you can. Students will use the sidewalks to get to the building/playground at the beginning of the day and again to get to you car at the end of the day.
  • If you plan to walk up to pick up your students, please park in a parking spot in the parking lot and use crosswalks.
  • Drop off may begin no earlier than 8:30 AM.
  • Use designated cross walks to access the parking lot or playgrounds.
  • Be patient, especially as we start the school year and the pick up/drop off routine are new to many families.
  • Call the office by 2:00 PM if there will be a change in the way your child will normally go home so the teacher can be made aware of the change in plans.

Important Safety Information

*Students may not be dropped off prior to 8:30 AM, and do not have supervision on the playground for students until 8:30.

*Students that are eating breakfast at school can enter the cafeteria beginning at 8:30 AM. Students that are not eating breakfast at school should line up by their classroom door.

*Please help us keep your children safe by not dropping them off unsupervised before the allowed times.

 
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Supporting your child(ren)'s academic progress:

  1. Volunteer in the classroom or on field trips. We welcome your expertise! To become a volunteer, please fill out the volunteer form (available on the district website).
  2. Get involved with Reed PTO. This organization supports the school through planning, volunteering and fundraising. Email reedptokuna@gmail.com for more information. 
  3. Ask your child about his/her day. Be specific (ex: tell me about math today.)
  4. See Reed website for updated calendar and district information.
  5. Follow Reed Elementary School on Facebook!
  6. Be familiar with school regulation and policies found in the Student Handbook.
  7. Please keep nurse informed of any special needs (medical conditions, medicine changes, family circumstances, psychological support, etc.)
  8. Check your child’s backpack each evening for important documents. 
 

Upcoming Events

Mark your calendars for Reed's Open House! Tuesday, August 19, from 4:00-6:00 PM. Come say hello to your teacher and friends! You are welcome to bring school supplies and leave them in your classroom so they are ready for the first day of school.

Don't forget the first day of school is Thursday, August 21st! The bell rings at 8:50 AM! New parents may walk their student to their exterior classroom door on the first two days of school! Beginning Monday, August 18, parents will drop off at the gate, as only students and staff are on campus beginning at 8:30 AM.
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Important Reminders

*August 15th: Migrant/EL School Supply Night 3:00-5:00 PM
*August 19th: Open House, 4:00-6:00 PM
*August 21st: First day of school! 8:50 AM
*August 27th: Fifth day of school
*August 27th: Early Release (Every Wednesday) 1:30 PM
*September 1st: No School
*October 3rd: No School
*October 8th-9th: Parent/Teacher Conferences (1:30 PM Early Release Schedule)
*October 10th: Teacher In-Service Day (No School)
*November 4th: Election Day (No School)
*November 24-28th: Thanksgiving Break (No School)
 
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Early Release Wednesdays

Wednesdays are early release days. This means your students will be dismissed at 1:30 PM EVERY Wednesday. We thank you in advance for planning accordingly for pick up.
 
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Class Placements

On Monday, August 18th, parents and guardians will be able to login to PowerSchool to find out who their child(ren)'s teacher will be for the 2025-2026 school year.
 
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School Calendar 2025-2026
Start and Release Times
New Student Enrollment
School Supply List
Transportation
 
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Michele Moore, Principal

Mrs. Moore will start her 27th year as an educator this year! She earned her Bachelor's degree from Oregon State University, and her Master's degree from George Fox University. Mrs. Moore has been an educator at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, but finds Reed to be her home. Outside of school, Mrs. Moore likes to spend time with her family, enjoys the outdoors, watching her kids play sports and perform.
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Quayshawne Buckley, Vice Principal

Mr. Q. will start his first year a an administrator this year. Mr. Q. earned his Bachelor's degree from University of Idaho and has earned a Master's degree from both Grand Canyon University and Northwest Nazarene University. Mr. Q. has worked at the elementary, middle school, and high school levels. Outside of school he enjoys football, his family, and anything U of I.
 
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Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  • (208) 955-0275
  • https://reed.kunaschools.org/
  • 1670 Linder Road, Kuna ID 83634