Jefferson County School District 251 Explained

Jefferson County Joint School District 251
Address:3850 East 300 North
City:Rigby
State:Idaho
Zipcode:83442
Country:United States

Jefferson County School District 251 is a school district headquartered in Rigby, Idaho.

It is mostly in Jefferson County. In addition to Rigby, the district includes Lewisville, Menan, and Roberts.[1] It is also partially in Madison County.[2]

History

In 2015, the district had 5,106 students. In 2019, that number was up to 5,901. Luke O'Roark of the Post Register wrote in 2019 that the district is "one of the fastest growing school districts in the area."[3]

Lisa Sherick served as superintendent until 2019.[3] In 2019, Chad Martin became the superintendent.[4]

2021 shooting

On May 6, 2021, Rigby Middle School was the site of a school shooting that left two students and an adult injured. A female sixth-grader was taken into custody.[5] In response, Governor of Idaho Brad Little tweeted, "I am praying for the lives and safety of those involved in today's tragic events. Thank you to our law enforcement agencies and school leaders for their efforts in responding to the incident."[6]

Education

7-12 schools
High schools
Middle schools
Elementary schools

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Jefferson County, ID. U.S. Census Bureau. 2021-05-06.
  2. Web site: 2020 CENSUS - SCHOOL DISTRICT REFERENCE MAP: Madison County, ID. United States Census Bureau. 2024-03-12. - Text list
  3. Web site: O'Roark. Luke. Jefferson School District narrows superintendent search to four. Post Register. 2019-01-18. 2021-05-06.
  4. Web site: Chad Martin named next superintendent for Jefferson Joint School District 251. Post Register. 2019-02-13. 2021-05-06.
  5. News: Boone . Rebecca . Sheriff: Girl shoots 3 at Idaho school; teacher disarms her . May 6, 2021 . May 7, 2021 . Associated Press.
  6. Web site: 3 injured in Idaho middle school shooting; suspect captured. May 6, 2021. 2021-05-06. KTVB. en-US. Associated Press.

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