Rimrock Jr./Sr. High
Rimrock Jr-Sr High School serves students in grades 6 through 12 from the Bruneau – Grand View communities and surrounding areas. Our vision is to be the premier small, rural Jr-Sr High School in Idaho. Our mission is to provide our students with an education that prepares them to be positive contributors to society in the future.
Message From the Principal
Rimrock Students and Families,
I look forward to working with you all this year as we seek to grow and improve as both individuals and a school. Hopefully, everyone had the opportunity to relax a little over the summer and mentally prepare for the coming academic year, as there will be many opportunities and challenges for each and every student. The team of educators we have at Rimrock is deeply invested in the academic success of our students, as well as the process of instilling character, wisdom, and resilience so that every one of our young adults can achieve success in all their endeavors…academic or athletic, personal or professional. We have high expectations as we start this school year, and if every one of us commits to acting with integrity, treating one another with respect, and giving our best effort in everything we do, I am confident this will be a positive and enjoyable experience for everyone.
It is very important as the year begins that students and families take some time to familiarize themselves with the revised Student Handbook (link at right). There are many changes throughout, but some of the more notable can be found in the following areas:
- Academic Integrity (p. 10)
- Dress & Appearance (p. 14)
- Appropriate Physical Contact (p. 15)
- Athlete & Spectator Expectations (p. 20)
- Bell Schedule (p. 23)
- Updated Discipline Matrix (p. 24)
As a reminder, school will begin for grades 6 through 12 on 21 August 2023. Classes start for junior high students at 8:00 a.m. and high school students at 8:05 (High School will be served breakfast from 7:50 to 8:05 a.m.)
Please feel free to contact the Rimrock office to request a meeting or phone call with me if you have questions or concerns. Thank you for your support, and let’s have an outstanding year together!
Jonathan Waterlander
Principal, Rimrock Jr-Sr High School
Guidance Services
All students at Rimrock may take advantage of guidance services to assist with interpreting test scores, providing study skills help, or discuss home and social concern, contact the school’s guidance counselor to set up an appointment.
School Contact
Physical Address:
39678 State Highway 78
Bruneau, ID 83604
Office Hours:
- Monday–Wednesday:
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Thursday:
7.30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Meet the Principal
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Hello! I am excited to lead our students as the Rimrock principal this year.
For the past two years, I have been Rimrock’s High School science teacher. Before that, I served as an active duty Air Force officer for approximately 12 years until transitioning into the Air Force reserves and starting a civilian career in education. I chose to enter into education because, during the course of my military career, I realized the importance of developing character, wisdom, and grit in our youth in order to equip them to be productive citizens and leaders for our communities and nation. I hope that, as Rimrock’s principal, I can facilitate a high-quality education for our students that prepares them with both the knowledge and character to be successful in life.
My educational background is varied, as I graduated high school from a math and science charter school in Illinois before attending the US Air Force Academy, where I received a degree in political science and foreign area studies. I also have a Master’s Degree in National Security Studies from the American Military University and attended language schools at the Defense Language Institute as well as overseas in Russia and Oman. I am currently enrolled in the Educational Specialist program for Educational Leadership at Northwest Nazarene University.
During my time in the military, I held a variety of assignments in law enforcement, intelligence, and counterterrorism, both in the US and overseas. I’ve also been an instructor for leadership, character development, and process improvement, and worked with Congress and the Department of Defense in the Pentagon on violence prevention and resiliency for the Department of the Air Force. I have held command (leadership) assignments in Afghanistan and the United Arab Emirates overseas, as well as Nebraska, Nevada, and here in Idaho at Mountain Home AFB.
I am married to my wonderful and talented wife Emily, who is Rimrock’s Junior High science and social studies teacher, and we have two children, Annika (5) and Evelyn (1).
Important Information
Have questions about graduation requirements, dress code, or other policies? Our handbook as all the information you need!
- Attendance Petition for Credit
- Bell Schedule
- Fee Schedule
- Request Transcript
- 2023–2024 Rimrock Supply List
- Handbook – Jr. High/High School
- Parent Notification – Teacher Information
- School Report Card
- Technology Policies
- Student Technology Agreement
- Who Must Attend School in Idaho?
- VictimProof Curriculum