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I hope this message finds you well and filled with joy as we step into the promising days of 2024! On behalf of Pioneer School of the Arts, I want to extend our warmest wishes for a Happy New Year to you and your loved ones.

As we move into a new year and the second half of this school year, I am proud of what we have done together so far and filled with excitement and anticipation for the continued opportunities and achievements that await our students.

At Pioneer, we are committed to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can thrive and achieve their full potential. Our dedicated team of educators is eager to continue fostering a love for learning, creativity, and positive relationships as we finish this year strong!

January 15 - NO SCHOOL

• Martin Luther King Jr / Idaho Human Rights Day

January 24 - NO SCHOOL

• West Ada Professional Learning Day

January 25 - 27 - Pioneer Musical Performances

• Shows held at CPAC, FREE tickets available (see below)

February 2 - Art Fair

• 5-8pm at Pioneer

February 7 - Class Pictures

• Throughout the morning

February 15 - 2nd Grade Program

• Centennial Performing Arts Center, 6:30pm

February 16 & 19 - NO SCHOOL

• Four-day Presidents' Day Weekend

February 29 - 1st Grade Program

• Centennial Performing Arts Center, 6:30pm

March 8 - PTA Science Spectacular

• 5-8pm at Pioneer

March 18 - 22 - NO SCHOOL

• Spring Break

A student at Pioneer might require a change of clothes during the school day for a variety of reasons (such as a slip and fall in the mud, an accident, or a spill). Our nurse plays an essential role in these difficult moments for a student in helping them get into a clean set of clothes so they can get back. That said, we rely on parent donations to help us provide these spare sets of clothes and/or underwear. If you are able to donate, please use the link below to sign up.

We ask that the clothes are new or lightly used, while underwear needs to be only new. Thank you for considering donating and helping our students in times of need!

We do not stock antihistamines, such as Benadryl, in the Nurse's office for general use. These medications must be provided to the nurse by parents along with a medication consent form. Students should not have medications with them during the school day.

If you have questions about this or any other medication related questions for your student, please contact Nurse Lisa.

By mid-January, Pioneer will be in need of a paraprofessional to support our special education program both in the general and SPED classrooms. This individual will provide direct supports to a student (or students) under the guidance of our Special Education Teacher, closely collaborating with her and classroom teachers in support of a student/students.

This will be a full-time position with a working calendar that consists of days school is in session with potential other training opportunities.

If this sounds like something you or someone you know may be interested in, please click the link below to review the job posting and to find a link to the vacancy. We ask that you reach out to Mr. Jakious (jakious.david@westada.org) to notify him that you have applied and/or if you have any questions.

Our students, directors, and volunteers have been hard at work preparing for Pioneer's first ever school musical. Our two extremely talented casts will be performing at CPAC on ...

• Jan 25, 6pm
• Jan 26, 6pm
• Jan 27, 2pm and 6pm

The entire Pioneer community is invited to come enjoy the show and celebrate these students' accomplishments.

Tickets are FREE but you must secure reserved seats using the link below.

• Make sure you choose the correct show and choose the seats you'd like.
• There is a maximum limit of 20 seats per family per show. Please be mindful of not leaving open seats in between reserved seats. We are expecting a full auditorium.
• After you enter the required info, the tickets will be delivered to your text/e-mail. On the final ticket confirmation screen, you do not need to hit the "Submit" button. If tickets have come to your phone and/or e-mail, you have confirmed seats.
• Contact ticket committee lead Darcie Altree with any questions. You can reach Darcie at darcie.marie@yahoo.com

We are excited that the WASD activities raffle has been extended to ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS. You can now purchase a ticked to these amazing raffles and have the proceeds come directly to Pioneer!

Winter Raffle tickets are available through January 17 and prizes include ...

• 2023 Kawasaki Teryx S4 LE
• 2023 Kawasaki Brute Force 750
• Monarch E-bike
• Traeger Grill
• $1,500 Bruneel Point S Gift Card
• $1,000 Southwest Gift Card
• $500 Visa Gift Card
• Coca-Cola Package: 13 Cases (24 count) winners choice on brand pop, q16 Day passes to Roaring Springs, q2 Coca Cola Cooler, Backyard Patio Umbrella, $250 Visa Gift Card
• Top Golf Package: 12-person, 2-hour Topgolf game play, food and non alcoholic beverages included, $250 Visa Gift card
• Elase Med Spa Package: $300 in Elase Gift Cards, $250 Visa Gift Card

So purchase your tickets soon!

There will be ANOTHER Another opportunity for additional amazing prizes in March/April!

Website: https://www.westada.org/o/pioneer
Location: 13255 West McMillan Road, Boise, ID, USA
Phone: (208)855-4100
Facebook: facebook.com/pioneerpumas