Kuna Schools Update: Election Info; No school Election Day & more

Posted Date: 11/04/25 (5:30 PM)

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November 2025

Dear Kuna Families,

Our theme this year is One Step at a Time. There are so many things that come at us all at once and we have to take a minute to remember we cannot accomplish everything at once, but we can give it our best by taking one step at a time. This reminder has helped all of us as we tackle some of the new state testing, and working on our goals for the year.

Thank you to all our families who connected with teachers during October parent teacher conferences for that important check-in on student learning. (And a special thank-you to those who helped provide meals for our staff those evenings — staff always looks forward to and greatly appreciates your kindness).

As we move into this next quarter, our focus on learning continues — and we also get to enjoy this season which brings some of our most meaningful school traditions. From Veterans Day assemblies to food drives and holiday concerts and celebrations, it’s a wonderful time to see our students shine and to enjoy the warmth of our school community.

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I’d also like to thank the parents, students, and community members who give their time to serve on the Superintendent’s Advisory Council. The group met for the first time this month and brought forward thoughtful topics for discussion throughout the year — including safety, nutrition, facilities, programs for students, and more. Your voices and partnership make a difference in helping us strengthen our schools. 🙏

Below I have some updates for you.

Kim Bekkedahl, Superintendent

Tuesday Is Election Day — and a No School Day

A reminder that Tuesday, Nov. 4, is Election Day and there will be no school for students. 🗳️

This is an important local election, with voters deciding on city offices and two seats on the Kuna School Board.

We appreciate the school board candidates who took time to share their views and answer questions during our Oct. 22 candidate forum. You can watch the event at the link below.

Your voice matters — thank you for being an informed voter and supporting our schools! 🖤💛

Find your place to vote

On Election Day, you must vote at your assigned polling place. Look that up here: https://gisprod.adacounty.id.gov/apps/electionday/

Support for Families Affected by the Federal Government Shutdown

If your family has been affected by the federal government shutdown, you may qualify for the free and reduced-price meal program.

🧡 The application is available throughout the school year, and families can apply at any time.

👉 To apply:

Online: https://linqconnect.com/public/meal-application/new?identifier=D2LQFR
By email: Contact Heather Martinez in Food Service at hmmartinez@kunaschools.org for assistance.

Did you know? Ross Elementary Hosts a Community Food Pantry

We also operate a food pantry at Ross Elementary School to help support families in need:

🕔 Wednesdays: 5–7 p.m.

🕔 Thursdays: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A webpage for Feed It Forward, a school meal donation program.

Feed It Forward: Help a Kuna Student in Need

Did you know that secondary students cannot charge meals when their lunch account balance runs out?

Our schools are working to make sure no student goes hungry — and you can help through our Feed It Forward program.

How it works:

Add funds through the LINQ online meal payment system or
Don’t use LINQ? Drop off cash or a check at the Kuna School District Office.

Donors may designate a specific school or allow funds to be used where the need is greatest.

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Our Military Kids® is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering extracurricular activity grants to children, ages 1-18, of deployed National Guard, deployed Reserve, or post-9/11 combat wounded, ill, or injured Veterans in treatment. Review the grant program at this link.

Free Virtual Event: Preventing Youth Vaping

The health and well-being of our students is a top priority. We’d love to hear your ideas for prevention events you’d be interested in here in Kuna. Please email ksdcommunications@kunaschools.org

We encourage our families to consider a free virtual presentation on ways to prevent youth vaping offered by Central District Health Department.

Parents and guardians are invited to attend this timely event on Nov. 24 from 6:30–7:30 PM. You will leave with important information on:

Current trends and the health effects of vaping.
Best strategies for starting a conversation with your child.
Free resources available to you and your student.

How to control notifications in ParentSqure

One of the great suggestions from the Superintendent's Advisory Council was to share tips on customizing your ParentSquare experience. Below, you'll find a brief video tutorial on how to adjust when and which messages arrive in your inbox.

📅 Upcoming Events

Nov. 4: Election Day - No School. Kuna School Board Zone 3 &4 Election. Click here for more information.
Nov. 6: Kuna Middle Band Concert
Nov. 11: Veteran's Day Assembly, Kuna High
Nov. 11: Kuna school board meeting
Nov. 22: Hansel and Gretel Missoula Children's Theatre production; Performances at 1 & 6 p.m.
Nov. 24-28: No school Thanksgiving break
Dec. 6: Kuna Down Home Country Christmas Celebration; Craft & Vendor Fair 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.- Night Light Parade 6 p.m.
Dec. 9: Kuna school board meeting
Dec. 9, 11 & 12: Holiday Choir & Orchestra Concert Kuna High
Dec. 10, 16, 17 & 18: Inspecting Carol, Act III Productions, Kuna High. Dec. 18 will be a dinner theatre for an additional price.
Dec. 16: Fremont Middle Band & Choir Concert
Dec. 18: Kuna Middle Christmas Concert
Dec. 22-Jan. 5 - Christmas Break
Jan. 8: Winter Band Concert, Kuna High
Jan. 13: School Board Meeting
Jan. 19: No school Idaho Human Rights/Martin Luther King Day
Jan. 28-30: MacBeth, Act III Productions, Kuna High
Feb. 4: Parent University for Families of Incoming 6th Graders
Feb. 10: Kuna School Board Meeting
Feb. 16: No school President's Day
Feb. 25: College and Career Night for Families
Feb. 26-28: KHS Performing Arts Musical: Les Misérables
Feb. 28: Daddy Daughter Dance
March 5: All Choir Concert
March 10: Kuna school board meeting
March 12: KHS Spring Orchestra concert
March 16-20: No school spring break