Richard McKenna Public Charter Secondary School

09/04/2026

We are so grateful for Mrs. Katie Krumdieck! An alum of Eastern Washington University, Mrs. Katie brings 22 years of teaching experience—including three wonderful years at Richard McKenna—along with a lifelong passion for sharing the joy of music with her students. She loves how our school actively supports music opportunities, as well as the incredible staff and students who make Richard McKenna such a special place to work. Mrs. Katie is also deeply thankful to the Richard McKenna and Mountain Home communities for the overwhelming love, care, and support shown to her family following their house fire last spring. Thank you, Mrs. Katie, for your dedication, heart, and the beautiful music you bring to our school family every day! 🎶👏

08/29/2026

08/27/2026

Today we are getting to know Mr. Jeremy Sayer! With 25 years of teaching experience—including 24 years with Richard McKenna Online and 2 years on-site at Richard McKenna—Mr. Sayer brings an extraordinary depth of dedication to our school family as our Physical Education teacher for grades K-12. A proud graduate of Mackay High School, he went on to pursue his higher education at Ricks College and Idaho State University to teach a subject he fell in love with during his own school days. What Mr. Sayer loves most about working here is the amazing atmosphere, the wonderful students, and the supportive staff. Guided by the wisdom to always "be yourself and get to know others by being kind and helpful," he inspires everyone around him to live by his favorite motto: "Remember who you are!" Thank you, Mr. Sayer, for your heart, humor, and tireless commitment to our students! 🍎✨

08/06/2026

Welcome Our New School Counselor – Mrs. Kim Bearden!

We are excited to introduce Mrs. Kim Bearden as our new school counselor for the 2026–2027 school year!

Mrs. Bearden brings 20 years of experience in education, having worked with students in every grade level from kindergarten through 12th grade. Her passion for building meaningful relationships with students makes her a wonderful addition to our school community.

One of the things Mrs. Bearden loves most about Richard McKenna Charter School is the small class sizes and family atmosphere. She believes that knowing students personally allows her to better support their growth both inside and outside of the classroom.

Mrs. Bearden chose to transition into counseling to help students discover the many opportunities available to them. She is passionate about teaching life skills, supporting students' social and emotional well-being, and helping meet needs that extend beyond academics and the school day. Her goal is to ensure every student feels supported, prepared, and empowered for success after graduation.

Outside of school, Mrs. Bearden is the proud mother of two wonderful children and comes from a family with a strong military background. She understands the unique strengths and challenges that military families experience and is excited to support all of our students and families.

In addition to her counseling role, Mrs. Bearden will also be teaching our EMT course, allowing students to gain valuable emergency medical knowledge and hands-on career skills.

Please join us in giving Mrs. Bearden a warm Lions welcome! We are thrilled to have her on our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make in the lives of our students.

08/05/2026

📚✏️ Back-to-School Information ✏️📚
We're excited to welcome everyone back for a new school year!
🎒 Back-to-School Night
📅Wednesday, August 12
🕓 7:00 PM
Come and get ready for a great year!

🏫 Office Hours
Our school office is now open!
🕗 Monday–Thursday
8:00 AM–3:30 PM
We look forward to seeing everyone soon and can't wait for another fantastic school year!

08/05/2026

Welcome back to school! See the newsletter below.

WELCOME BACK TO 26/27 SCHOOL YEAR!

07/18/2026

Take a look at a few of our students who have dedicated countless hours to caring for and preparing their 4-H animals! Many people may not realize the level of commitment, responsibility, and grit it takes to raise and show an animal. From early mornings and late nights to balancing school, sports, and other activities, these students demonstrate hard work and perseverance every step of the way.

Inside and outside of school, our students continue to set a great example and serve as positive role models in our community. Congratulations to all of our students who weathered the heat this week and represented themselves, their families, and our community with pride. We are so proud of you!

07/07/2026

We're hiring Substitute Teachers for our Montessori and Secondary campuses at Richard McKenna Charter Schools! We'd love to have you join our team. Click the link below to apply today!

https://www.applitrack.com/rmckenna/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

07/01/2026

🎉 Join us in welcoming Jonathan Wood as the new Superintendent of Richard McKenna Charter Schools!
Mr. Wood has been part of the McKenna family since our founding in 2001, serving our students and community in a variety of teaching and leadership roles. His deep connection to our mission and commitment to Montessori education, project-based learning, and virtual education make him an outstanding leader for our schools.
As Superintendent, Mr. Wood looks forward to building on McKenna's strong foundation, supporting our incredible staff, and helping every student succeed.
Please join us in congratulating Jonathan and welcoming him into this new role! 💙

06/30/2026

🍎 We're Hiring! 🍎
Join our team as a 7–12 Special Education Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students every day!
As a Special Education Assistant, you'll work alongside our teachers to support students with special needs in an inclusive learning environment. This rewarding position focuses on helping students achieve academic success while providing academic, behavioral, social, and personal support.
Qualifications:
✅ High School Diploma required
Responsibilities include:
• Supporting students in the classroom
• Assisting with academic and behavioral needs
• Providing personal care as needed
• Encouraging positive social interactions
• Collaborating with teachers and support staff
• Supervising students during lunch
• Performing other duties as assigned
Training for behavior support and physical management will be provided upon hire.
If you're compassionate, patient, and passionate about helping students succeed, we'd love to have you join our team!
📍 Apply today at https://www.rmckenna.org/community/job-openings/