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Boise, ID —04/29/2025 —Boise School District is proud to announce that Chad Wright, Principal of Les Bois Junior High School and incoming Principal of Timberline High School, has been named the 2025 Idaho Secondary School Principal of the Year by the Idaho Association of Secondary School Principals (IASSP), a division of the Idaho Association of School Administrators (IASA).
This statewide honor recognizes Principal Wright’s exceptional leadership, student-centered focus, and commitment to innovation and academic excellence. He will be honored at the IASSP Summer Conference on August 7, 2025, and has also been invited to national celebrations hosted by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP).
As Idaho’s honoree, Wright joins a national cohort of top principals selected by NASSP from each state and U.S. territory. From this group, NASSP will name finalists and ultimately select one National Principal of the Year at both the middle and high school levels.
Throughout his time at Les Bois Junior High, Wright has championed personalized learning, strengthened school-community partnerships, and cultivated a positive and inclusive school culture. His leadership has resulted in improved academic outcomes, staff collaboration, and student engagement.
"Chad Wright exemplifies the kind of servant leadership that defines the Boise School District," said Lisa Roberts, Boise School District Superintendent. "His focus on student success, innovation, and building strong school communities has made a lasting difference. We are incredibly proud of him."
"Chad’s leadership has been transformative for Les Bois Junior High and will soon benefit Timberline as well," added Dr. Teri Thaemert, Area Director for the Timberline Quadrant. "His ability to inspire collaboration, improve outcomes, and foster belonging is exactly what our students and staff need."
"I nominated Chad because he’s the kind of leader who makes everyone around him better," said Gale Zickefoose, Principal of East Junior High. "His impact goes far beyond one school — he models how great leadership can shape a whole district."
Wright shared his appreciation for the recognition, saying:
"I’m honored by this award, but it truly reflects the amazing students, staff, and families I work with every day. Education is a team effort, and I’m grateful to be part of a district that believes in every child’s potential."
Wright will officially begin his new role as Principal of Timberline High School in the 2025–2026 school year while continuing to represent Idaho in national events throughout the coming year.
Please join us in congratulating Principal Chad Wright on this well-deserved recognition.
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