Gov. Little celebrates opening of new Two Rivers School in Salmon

Construction of the school was made possible in part from Idaho’s historic investments in school facilities

Salmon, Idaho – Governor Brad Little joined local leaders, educators, students, and community members today to celebrate the opening of the new Two Rivers K-8 School in Salmon, recognizing the historic state and local partnership that made the project possible.

Construction of the school was supported through local voter-approved bonds, contributions from area businesses, and historic state investments in school facilities.

It is the first school to be built under the Idaho School Modernization Fund, championed by Governor Little and the Legislature in 2024 through House Bill 521, along with other sources of funds from the state.

"Every Idaho student deserves a safe learning environment, regardless of where they live. In 2024, I partnered with the Legislature to make addressing critical school maintenance our number one education priority, and together we delivered the largest investment in school facilities in Idaho history. We accomplished that while continuing to provide meaningful property tax and income tax relief for Idaho families. Two Rivers School is proof that when local vision meets state partnership, great things happen,” Governor Little said.

During the ceremony, Governor Little presented a Distinguished Service Award to Rob and Nancy Roberts of R&M Steel in recognition of the company's decades-long commitment to building schools throughout Idaho.

Governor Little congratulated the Salmon School District, the Board of Trustees, Superintendent Jill Patton, school staff, local contractors, donors, and the Salmon community for their years of planning, investment, and commitment to making the project a reality.

"This school reflects the very best of Idaho. Local taxpayers, generous donors, community leaders, educators, businesses, and state leaders came together with a shared commitment to investing in Idaho's children. The students who walk through these doors for generations to come will benefit from that partnership, and that is something we can all be proud of,” Governor Little said.

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