September 14, 2021

Dear Riggins Elementary Families,

I hope this communication finds you safe and well. Unfortunately, we continue to experience illness at the elementary. No additional positive Covid tests for staff have been reported since the initial three from this past weekend. However, we just received information that one student from the elementary, who has a sibling at the high school, has tested positive. In addition, there continue to be staff members who are feeling ill due to a virus (not Covid). With the number of illnesses, we do not have enough substitutes, nor support staff to cover every classroom. In addition, because of illnesses, it would be unwise to combine classrooms. Therefore, we will close Riggins Elementary for Wednesday and Thursday of this week and resume school on Monday, September 20, 2021. The middle/high school are not yet experiencing the same issues and will be open those two days.

Each one of you will receive a text, phone call, or e-mail (or all three) message today from Mr. Doramus through our district mass communication tool.  The down side of this tool is we are limited to the message that can be sent in a form that everyone will receive the message.  Thus, the reason for this letter.  We will continue to use this tool to communicate, but please understand the limitations of what can be communicated. If you have any questions or clarifications you can email either Mr. Doramus or myself.  Middle school and high school parents please email Mr. Ewing at ewingk@jsd243.org.  Elementary school parents please email me at simonsont@jsd243.org. If you do not have the means to email you can call my cell phone at 1-208-315-3250.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during these difficult times.  We are aware of the difficulties that this poses to many families and want you to know that this is a time where we are attempting to make the best choices for our staff and students. Likewise, we know you will make the best choices you can for your family.

Sincerely,

Trisha Simonson

This morning, Riggins Elementary made contact with Idaho North Central District in regards to a bat found on our playground and submitted for testing. The bat was found to be positive for rabies. 

This is a common occurrence in Idaho. We have conducted interviews with students and none have admitted to touching the bat. At this time we feel confident that there was no exposure through contact. Rabies is rarely transmitted to people, but when it does, it is most commonly through a bite or scratch. If you have concerns or your student is believed to have touched or witnessed someone touching the bat with bare hands, please contact the health district in Lewiston at (208)799-3100.

If you see wild animals that are acting strange, leave it alone and contact the health district.

A copy of the press release has been posted on the school district Facebook page and the health districts page.

For more information, the CDC has numerous documents for you to access.

https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/exposure/index.html

Dear Riggins Elementary Families,

A positive Covid-19 test has been reported for a member of the elementary staff. In addition, a few of our teachers are feeling ill (negative or not yet tested for Covid-19). Due to a shortage of substitute teachers and to protect the students and staff, we will be closing the elementary for Monday and Tuesday. There have been no illnesses reported at the middle and high school, so they will have school these two days. We will monitor the situation closely and communicate updates to parents as needed. Please monitor students for symptoms and stay safe.

Sincerely,

Trish Simonson

Riggins Elementary Principal

Dear Stakeholders,

It is time to revise the Reopening Plan. Please review the proposed document and email comments to Trish Simonson Principal/ Leadership Team Chairperson.

simonsont@jsd243.org

Reopening Plan

Update-BBQ Cancelled

This event will be rescheduled for a later date.

Unfortunately our high school football game against Timberline that was scheduled for this Friday, September 10, has been cancelled. Sadly their school is currently closed.

Election Time: Notice of Filing Deadline

Salmon River Joint School District #243 has Trustee Zone 4 & Zone 5 up for Election

Salmon River Joint School District #243 is looking for patrons living in Zone 4(SE of Riggins & HWY 95, Zone 5(SW Rapid River) these are general locations.

Anyone interested in being a please call the District Office for more details 630-6027.

Michelle Hollon / Clerk

SRJSD #243

Salmon River Jt. School District 243

POSITION OPENING:
2021-2022 School Year

Full-Time Custodian / Full Benefits included
Part-Time Bus Drivers / No Benefits

Applications and job description are available at the Salmon River
Joint School District 243 website ( http://www.jsd243.org ).  Submit
completed application by e-mail to
Superintendent Jim Doramus ( doramusj@jsd243.org ) Position is
open until filled.

Dear Community and Parents,

The first day of school is fast approaching and that means so are the first games of the fall season. With that said we would like to be transparent with the community and let you know that unfortunately at the high school level this year we will not have a volleyball season. This is due to lack of numbers and interest. We will however be putting together a volleyball club to keep those interested in volleyball playing and learning as well as those who want to learn more about the sport an opportunity to explore it. We look forward to growing the program as it looks very promising with our junior high numbers, as we possibly have 14 players this season. Please come out and support our junior high volleyball program. GO SAVAGES!

Yours in learning,

Kyle Ewing
Principal