On behalf of our entire education community I would like to welcome you to the Potlatch School District #285. Our district has a long standing tradition of academic excellence and has enjoyed widespread support from our parents and patrons. The district is committed to fostering high student achievement and success for all children. In short, The Potlatch School District Community believes that every child deserves a safe, nurturing environment that prepares life-long learners to contribute to our global society.
Our goal is to provide a place for students to learn without distractions and concerns for safety. We closely monitor activities on our campus and offer comprehensive programs to prevent alcohol, tobacco, and substance abuse. In addition to a rigorous continuum of classes that include concurrent enrollment college classes, the following activities are available to our students: Band, Choir, Yearbook, IDFY, Student Government, Knowledge Bowl, Honor Society, Business Professionals of America, Future Farmers of America, Family Career and Community Leaders of America, Cross-country, Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Wrestling, Baseball, Softball, Track, Dance, and Cheer. A complete report of this information about our district and our schools is available at: www.sde.state.id.us/ipd/reportcard/ or by contacting me in our school district office.
The District’s 450 students are housed in two schools. Potlatch Elementary School, constructed in 1955 houses 237 students in grades K-6. Potlatch Junior/Senior High School, constructed in 1967 houses 255 students in grades 7-12.The District encompasses approximately 345 square miles of area encompassing the communities of Harvard, Onaway, Potlatch, and Princeton, Idaho. The PSD #285 is located in a rural area of Northern Latah County. The community of Potlatch is “Idaho’s only Historic Company Town” and is the gateway to the Scenic Six Scenic Highway. The area is rich in recreational opportunities and is sought out by those endeavoring to experience its rugged outdoor opportunities.
Thank you for taking time to visit us and please feel free to contact me at (208) 875-0327 or joe.kren@psd285.org
Joseph A. Kren
Superintendent
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