Congratulations! Garland Elementary was named "COMMENDABLE" for the achievement of their ELL students.
3 days ago, Celeste Weaver
Certificate of Accomplishment
BESD is seeking feedback on the recent failed bond proposal and input for future planning. We appreciate Box Elder County Residents and BESD Employees participating in this 5-10 minute survey. The survey will close on November 30th. https://besd.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42Tt5EiXJvGU4HY Please share with friends, families and neighbors. We encourage you to share this on social media and through other avenues.
6 days ago, Heidi Jo
Bond Survey QR
Congratulations to BRHS, BRMS, BEMS, Fielding, Three Mile Creek and ACYI on being named "Commendable" for the academic growth of their students on the school report card!
13 days ago, Celeste Weaver
Certificate of Accomplishment
Congratulations to Century Elementary! Century was named Commendable on the school report card for the achievement of their ELL students.
23 days ago, Box Elder School District
Century Elementary Certificate of achievement
In all of Box Elder School District, 89.1% of 2nd Graders made their Acadience Math growth goals! Congratulations 2nd Grade Team!
28 days ago, Box Elder School District
BESD 2nd Grade Team certificate
Congratulations Box Elder High! Named "Commendable" on the school report card for students' post secondary readiness. WHAT IS POSTSECONDARY READINESS? This measure illustrates how well-prepared students are for the transition from high school to college and career after graduation. The indicators of postsecondary readiness include the percentages of students earning an ACT composite score of 18 or higher, graduating on time with a high school diploma, and successfully completing college or career readiness coursework. Select 'View Details' to see comparisons to the district and/or state, and how student groups performed in each area.
30 days ago, Box Elder School District
BEHS certificate for post secondary readiness
Congratulations to Snowville Elementary and Park Valley School! Snowville scored in the top 30 Acadience Reading scores in Utah in the 2022-23 school year and Park Valley scored in the top 30 Acadience Math scores in Utah 2022-23 school year!
about 1 month ago, Box Elder School District
Snowville Highlight Certificate
Park Valley Highlight Certificate
Melissa Morris, Principal at the Western schools, Grouse Creek, Park Valley, and Snowville, shared an extraordinary act of generosity that recently uplifted our Western school community. Jimi Pitts, a pastor from Ogden (Washington Heights Church), made a significant donation to our schools, wishing only to make a differenceā€”without any strings attached. After receiving wish lists from each teacher, Jimi went above and beyond our expectations. He arrived with a van and an enclosed trailer full of supplies, far exceeding what we had requested. His generosity was overwhelming, and he expressed that sometimes small schools like ours are overlooked, but he wanted to make sure the students had what they needed. Accompanying Jimi was author Ann Bowen, known for her books I Loved You Before You Were Born and What Do Teachers Do (After You Leave School)? Ann is donating signed copies of each of her books to the Western schools, further enhancing this incredible act of kindness. The teachers, students, and I were moved to tears by these heartfelt donations. We are incredibly grateful for Jimi and Annā€™s generosity and the positive impact it will have on our school communities. Attached are pictures of the donations and the signed books. On behalf of our schools, we extend our deepest thanks to Jimi Pitts, Ann Bowen and all others who came for their remarkable contributions.
about 1 month ago, Box Elder School District
Western School Students with Jimi Pitts
Donated items
Donated items
Donated Items
Students, Parents and Staff, Please enjoy your weekend!! Please join us for our Town Hall Meetings and Public Meeting during School Board Meeting this upcoming week either in-person or virtually. Details and links below: Town Hall Meeting: Monday, October 7th at 6:00pm @ Box Elder Middle School Library (enter building in main entrance from 500 East) Zoom Link: https://besd-net.zoom.us/j/81429910148?pwd=DbmhJ3JpwHjBFJuO8RvpqMqnwF3RXC.1 Town Hall meeting: Tuesday, October 8th at 6:00pm @ Bear River Middle School Library (enter building from main entrance) Zoom Link: https://besd-net.zoom.us/j/81782233056?pwd=kaWt9VmQDxhy3DYc3l3bPRFp3aHBg1.1 School Board Meeting: October 9th @ 6:30pm - Public Meeting for Patrons to make comments, suggestions and to ask questions about the Bond. You tube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_ePG6snJwg&list=PLnGV6r4WDnpY2MjIzqfPNe37UHs60U5Vb&index=36 If none of these times work for your schedule, please email Keith Mecham at keith.mecham@besd.net or Heidi Jo West at heidijo.west@besd.net and they will read and try to address your questions individually. Thanks, District Leadership Team
about 2 months ago, BESD Admin
Congratulations to the Bear River Middle 8th grade team. Students outperformed state and district averages on state RISE Assessment in Reading and Science in the 2024 school year!
about 2 months ago, Box Elder School District
BRMS 8th grade team certificate
Representative Tom Peterson spent Thursday, September 26, 2024 at Box Elder High for Legislators Day in the Classroom. He spoke to students in Mr. Crawford's and Mrs. Colvin's USU Poli Sci 1100 classes. Lisa Roskelley from Congressman Blake Moore's Office was also in attendance.
about 2 months ago, Box Elder School District
USU Poli Sci Class with Tom Peterson and Lisa Roskelley
Tom Peterson with Crawford's USU Poli Sci 1100 class
Tom Peterson talking to class
Tom Peterson talking to students in Colvin's USU Poli Sci 1100 class
Tom Peterson talking to students
Utah Kindergarteners Show Significant Reading Gains SALT LAKE CITY ā€“ The Utah State Board of Education (USBE) is pleased to announce that Utahā€™s kindergarten students are demonstrating remarkable improvements in reading proficiency, according to the latest Acadience Reading data. The Acadience Reading assessment measures basic early literacy skills and is a valuable tool for tracking student progress and identifying areas for improvement. Currently, 93 schools, representing 22 districts and three charter schools, have 70 percent or more kindergarteners at the ā€œabove benchmarkā€ level. Scoring ā€œabove benchmarkā€ means a student has a 90-99 percent chance of meeting subsequent literacy benchmarks and may benefit from instruction on more advanced skills. ā€œAt benchmarkā€ means that a student has a 70-85 percent chance of achieving future literacy goals and is likely to make adequate progress with effective core instruction. ā€œThese achievements demonstrate the effectiveness of Utah's educational strategies in providing our youngest students with a strong foundation in literacy. By equipping students with essential reading skills early on, Utah is supporting long-term academic success and empowering students to reach their full potential,ā€ said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Sydnee Dickson, ā€œas Utah continues to prioritize early literacy development, the state is positioned to continue its upward trajectory in reading proficiency and prepare students for academic challenges in the future.ā€ Key highlights from the data include: ā€¢ An 11 percent increase in kindergarten students achieving at or above benchmark reading levels since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. ā€¢ A 16 percent increase in kindergarten students achieving above benchmark reading levels, indicating reading on grade level (ROGL), since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. ā€¢ A 70 percent or higher number of kindergarten students making typical or better growth on Acadience Reading from the beginning of the school year to the end of year, representing 62 LEAs across the state. This measurable progress is likely linked to the expansion of full-day kindergarten programs statewide and initiatives focused on enhancing reading instruction. www.schools.utah.gov
about 2 months ago, Box Elder School District
News Release, USBE
Hey Patrons of Box Elder County, You are invited to attend our 2024 BOND Town Hall Meetings to learn more about the BOND and to ask questions to best inform you prior to the November 5, 2024 Election. Please click the link below for dates, times and locations. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GhYbu3sqlTTRs_Zp8SOuHhWS72f8BjBdg93UV-vVukM/edit?usp=sharing For more BOND Information, click below: https://www.besd.net/o/besd/page/bond-information
2 months ago, BESD Admin
Box Elder School District Bond Proposal Information
Congratulations to Willard Elementary who moved up a spot in the 2023-2024 official state scores, and had the TOP Reading scores in the state of Utah! There are 803 elementary schools in the state! Congratulations, and we are so proud to work with such amazing students and staff in Box Elder.
2 months ago, Box Elder School District
Certificate for Willard Elementary who had the highest reading scores in Utah in 2023-24
Nucor Steel donated over $23,000 to teachers of Box Elder School District as teacher grants. Thank you Nucor Steel for your support of teachers and students! These grants will be a big boost in the classrooms. Some of the teachers receiving grants were able to attend the September 11, 2024 School Board Meeting to receive the grant and to give a big thank you to Nucor Steel.
2 months ago, Box Elder School District
Teacher with Nucor Representative and Thank you poster
teachers receiving grant from Nucor representative
Christina Smith receiving grant from Nucor Rep
Amber Clark receiving grant from Nucor Rep
Teacher receiving grant from Nucor Rep.
Teacher receiving grant from Nucor Rep
Teacher receiving grant from Nucor Rep
Teacher receiving grant from Nucor Rep
teacher receiving grant from Nucor representative
teacher receiving grant from Nucor representative
The Bear River High Student School Board Member, Easton Johnson, was sworn in at the September 11, 2024 School Board Meeting. Easton will represent the students of Box Elder School District for the 2024-25 school year.
2 months ago, Box Elder School District
Easton Johnson being sworn in by Superintendent Carlsen
Easton Johnson shaking hands with Superintendent Carlsen
Congratulations to BEHS and BRHS! In the 2023-24 school year, both high schools had a 68% pass rate on the ACT assessment and increased the number of tests taken by over 10%!
3 months ago, Box Elder School District
BEHS and BRHS had 68% pass rate on ACT, increased # of test taken by over 10%
Congratulations to Fielding Elementary who had the 12th highest Acadience Math scores in Utah!
3 months ago, Box Elder School District
Certificate highlighting Fielding Elementary for 12th highest acadience math scores in Utah
Bond Proposal- Financial Impact for home, business, and farm owners.
3 months ago, Heidi Jo
Residential and commercial impact
Chart of the Tax impact for property owners
Our western schools have had a great start this week! We wish our Park Valley, Snowville, and Grouse Creek students and staff a wonderful school year. šŸ“ššŸ“
3 months ago, AshLee Nelson, Director of Instructional Support
Park Valley teachers with small group of students
Park Valley secondary students
Park Valley secondary students
Park Valley 3-6 students
Park Valley students reading
Park Valley students playing in the gym
Snowville 3-5 class
Snowville 3-5 class
Snowville K-2 class
Grouse Creek students sitting in a circle