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The follow article was submitted by Camas County’s retiring Principal - Jeff Rast.
Passing the Baton as K-12 Principal
As I complete my last few weeks as Camas County School Principal, I confidently pass the baton of leadership to one who will serve this school and community well. Nathan was selected from a pool of 12 applicants, some of whom came with excellent qualifications and high recommendations. Nathan and his family are eager to get established in their new community and school. In his own words, I’ll let Nathan introduce himself: “My name is Nathan Whittle and I am thrilled to introduce myself as the new K-12 principal of the Camas County Mushers. I was born and raised in a very small town thirty minutes North of Spokane Washington. I met my wife of 16 years while attending Ricks College in Rexburg Idaho. Beverly is a native of Twin Falls Idaho. We have five children (Ashlynn 14, Alyssa 13, Kylee 11, Cody 9, and Jaryn 5) who enjoy and participate in all types of sports and community events. We come to Fairfield from American Falls Idaho and are excited to be here and
become an active part of our school and our community. “This year I am completing my 17th year in Education. My experiences as an Elementary para-educator, 9-12 teacher, K-12 administrative intern, 9-12 athletic director, 9-12 assistant principal, K-12 CTE director, K12 LEP/Title director, and 7-12 principal have given me a well-rounded background that has me prepared to step into my role as principal and continue to assist in the great work already taking place. “I place the well-being of the students at the center of what I do. I am an energetic individual who passionately believes that all students have unique talents and the ability to learn and grow in every aspect of life. I value meaningful relationships, hard work, a growth mindset, treating others kindly, and always striving to be the best version of myself daily. I model that and teach it to those around me. I am open and honest in my communications with stakeholders. Celebrating success of students and staff is also very important to me. “I know our community is proud of the programs, the staff, and especially the students in our school. Please don’t hesitate to introduce yourself to my family and me when you see us around town. We are honored and excited to call Fairfield home.”
News from the Heart of Idaho Camas • Lincoln • Gooding
June 7, 2017
Volume 41 ~ Number 23
Chinook Fishing Reopens
by Roger Phillips, Public Information Specialist The Idaho Fish and Game commission reopened spring Chinook salmon fishing on portions of the Clearwater River and the Little and Lower Salmon Rivers starting June 3rd with several changes to the previous seasons that closed May 24. The commission also set the summer Chinook seasons in portions of the Clearwater River system, South Fork of the Salmon River and Upper Salmon rivers. Those seasons will open June 22, and details will be released later. The reopened spring fishing season will target jack Chinook in the Clearwater River and adult and jack hatchery Chinook in the Salmon and Little Salmon rivers. Fishing will be limited to Thursday through Sunday weekly. Anglers should pay special attention to rules on the Clearwater pertaining to harvest of jacks, clipped and unclipped fish, and no adult harvest until June 22 to protect returning spring Chinook.
Free Fishing Day ~ June 10th
Idaho Fish and Game’s Free Fishing Day on June 10 is exactly as it sounds: a chance for anyone to grab a rod and go fishing with no license required. At some locations, you don’t even need a rod, tackle or bait. Just show up and Fish and Game employees and volunteers will loan you gear and show you how to catch a fish. In the Magic Valley, Free Fish Events will be held at the State Fish Hatchery in Hagerman and Gavers Lagoon at the Hayspur Hatchery. Both events will run from 9 a.m. to noon, with staff being on hand to help new anglers learn the art of fishing. Regulars to the Hagerman Hatchery Free Fishing Day event will see a few changes from the past years. “Fishing will not be allowed in the two raceways we have used in the past,” said Cassie Sundquist, Hatchery Complex Manager. “This event has grown to such a size that the raceway fishing event is no longer feasible, nor does it provide a realistic fishing experience for the kids.” To help the youth have a good experience, a section of Riley Creek pond will be roped off during the event to provide an area for kids 13 and under only, from 9 to noon. Bag limits and gear restrictions still apply on Free Fishing Day.