Box Elder School District - Learning is Everything

Box Elder School District Board Work Session held on June 2, 2025 brought together dedicated stakeholders committed to the future of our schools. With thoughtful discussion and collaboration, we explored building plans, growth projections, and the long-term vision for our district. We are grateful for the time, insight, and care each participant brought to the table. Together, we are planning with purpose to ensure that our schools continue to thrive for generations to come. Thank you to all who support the success of our students and the strength of our community. #StrongerTogetherBESD2026 #ConnectAndCommunicateBESD2026 #FutureFocused

🎖️🇺🇸 VFW Teacher of the Year Alert for UTAH! 🇺🇸🎖️ We are thrilled to celebrate Tom Davidson as this year’s VFW Teacher of the Year for the state of Utah! 🏆📚 Recognized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars for their outstanding commitment to civic education, patriotism, and leadership in the classroom, Mr. Davidson goes above and beyond to inspire students and honor our nation’s values. 🌟 Thank you for making a difference every single day — your dedication helps shape the future and honor the past. Please join us in congratulating Mr. Davidson on this well-deserved recognition! 👏👏 #VFWTeacherOfTheYear #ProudMoment #StrongerTogetherBESD2026 #Connect&CommunicateBESD

Congratulations to the BRHS Sterling Scholars: Maggie Parker - Dance Alyssa O'Neal - Mathematics Kate Logan - Visual Arts Josi Jensen - Business & Marketing Alysha Spotten - Family & Consumer Science Reese Johnson - Social Sciences Shelby Wilkinson - World Languages Isabelle Christensen - Instrumental Music Kendyl Archibald - English Rachel Nelson - Skilled & Technical Sciences Emily Robison - Science Logun Knudsen - Computer Technology CJ Kearl - Speech/Theatre Arts/Forensics

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Bear River FFA won many State awards. Chapter Awards: • Five Star Chapter Award • Superior Chapter Award • Overall Chapter State Fair Sweepstakes Winner • Ag Mechanics State Fair Sweepstakes Award • Swine Exhibit State Fair Sweepstakes Award o Many other team and individual awards!

Braun Bowden and the BEHS Tiny Home Construction Students and the Otherside Village!

Easton Johnson was the Student Board Member for the 2024-2025 school year.

Garland Elementary won $2,500 from the School Lands Trust annual video contest! Congratulations Garland!

2025 Retirees- Continued Blaine Norris Cheryl Thomson Colleen Mitchell Daniel Francom Diana Udy George Christensen Jan Christensen Iwalani DiPrima Jeri Santos Joylene Ritchie Kim Miller Laura Lee Hull Lola Baker Mary Bingham Michael Reeder Michelle Coombs Nancy Anderson Robert Mattson Robin Myers Tami Bingham Tresa Hunsaker Trudie Checketts

2025 Retirees Blaine Norris Cheryl Thomson Colleen Mitchell Daniel Francom Diana Udy George Christensen Jan Christensen Iwalani DiPrima Jeri Santos Joylene Ritchie Kim Miller Laura Lee Hull Lola Baker Mary Bingham Michael Reeder Michelle Coombs Nancy Anderson Robert Mattson Robin Myers Tami Bingham Tresa Hunsaker Trudie Checketts

2025 Ritchey Science Fair Awards: Sarah Pace - 1st Place in Botany Alliya Orellana - 2nd Place in Zoology/Microbiology Anna Allred - 3rd Place in Medical/Health Raylayne Logan - Excellent in Math/Physics/Astronomy/Earth and Space

Outstanding District Administrator: Coerina Fife Outstanding Elementary Administrator: Kristi Capener-Fielding Outstanding Secondary Administrator: Chad Kirby-Bear River Middle Outstanding Related Services: Kenley Kellerstrass-School Nurse Outstanding Related Services: Eric Dutson-Speech Therapist Outstanding Elementary Teacher: Chrissy Nelson-McKinley Outstanding Elementary Teacher: Kristen Taylor-Discovery Outstanding Secondary Teacher: Tom Davidson-BEHS Outstanding Secondary Teacher: Daniel Francom-Harris Outstanding Volunteer: Connie Toone-Harris Intermediate Outstanding Volunteer: Emilee Stromness-Golden Spike

District wide elementary grade level teams of K-5th grades gathering for training from Janel Keating. She is an author and a former Superintendent from Washington state. Her school district is an exemplary model professional learning community. Constant training to be better at helping all students learn at grade level or higher.

Dr. Andrew Larsen, Choir Teacher, Misa Findlay, Accompanist, and the BEHS Madrigals were recognized at the April Board Meeting. The Madrigals sang for the Board and attendees.

Thank you to all the donors of the Bear River High School Facilities: Crump Reese - Coby Reese Golden Spike Powersports - Jared Fronk Lewis Construction Services - Lanny Lewis Rupp Trucking Nucor Steel Chanshare Select, Inc. - Buster and Brett Marble 3G Dental LLC - Rod Gardner Shico, Inc. - Cody and Shilo Reese Kent's Market, Tremonton C&R Trailer Sales - Shawn Croney Sierra Homes - Jay and Courtney Stocking Coldwell Banker - Gary Madsen

BEHS Sterling Scholars Recognized at April Board Meeting

Mr. Brock Cheney's AP English class reported on their field trip to Moab after reading the book "Desert Solitaire: A Season in the Wilderness" by Edward Abbey.

Some Outstanding ESP Employees were recognized at the April 16th Board Meeting! Here are a few pictures. The employees recognized are: Transportation: Neil Evans - bus driver Gary Mortensen - bus driver Secretarial: Shanna Hales - Box Elder High School Athletic Director Secretary Tami Bingham - District Payroll Clerk Custodial: Josefina Tejeda-Fernandez - Adele C. Young, Intermediate School Calvin Larsen - Park Valley School Child Nutrition: JoAnn Kimber - Cook/Para - Grouse Creek School Shantel Higgins - Cook - Box Elder High School Paraprofessionals: Alicia Porritt - DLI Para - Garland Elementary Michelle Warner - Media Aide - Willard Elementary

April Pre-K Newsletter

Congratulations Garland Elementary!