What's Happening in Boise Schools
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We are building a movement called
Everything’s Possible that shares the dreams, aspirations, and experiences of the students and teachers who make up the Boise School District. We are lucky to have students like
William (pictured below)
as part of our district, and today we shared a recent moment we captured of William with our followers on social media. Below are the links to the social media pages where this was shared. Please share his story.
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Kyle Nalder
, a Junior at Borah High School and former Treasure Valley Math & Science Center student, scored a perfect score of 36 on the
ACT
. Only around two-tenths of 1% of all test takers earn the top score, according to the ACT. Among U.S high school graduates in the class of 2018, just 3,741 out of more than 1.9 million students who took the ACT earned a composite score of 36. "Your exceptional score will provide any college or university with ample evidence of your readiness for the academic rigors that lie ahead," wrote the ACT.
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Brynn Barber
, a sophomore in
David Archibald-Seiffer'
s Accelerated English 10 class at Timberline High School has been named the Idaho high school top award recipient in the
Letters About Literature
competition sponsored by the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. and the Idaho Commission on Libraries. Brynn's entry will now move to the national level where she will be eligible for monetary prizes ranging from $2,000 to $500. Brynn wrote her letter to Tamara Ireland Stone's book, Every Last Word. Unlike a book review, the LAL contest asks the student to thank an author for the impact the work had on his or her life. Brynn is the latest in a ten year run for students in Mr. Archibald-Seiffer's class, who have either won or placed second in this competition.
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The Borah High Symphonic Band received top reviews at the recently held District Music Festival. The Symphonic Band again received a Superior Rating, had the highest score of all the non-audition bands (23), and outscored four of the five auditioned wind ensemble’s (only one scored higher) playing in the same “highest music difficulty category."
The Borah High Jazz Ensemble received a Superior Rating at the recently held
Gene Harris Jazz Festival
held April 4th at BSU and took 1st place and played on the Headliner concert that evening. The Borah Jazz Ensemble was the only band to receive a Superior Rating and had the largest margin of victory ever at this festival. They have won it more times than any other band. The Jazz Ensemble is directed by
Kevin Sullivan
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Borah Band Senior Drum Major
Aaron O' Bar
(pictured) recently auditioned in Texas for a conducting position with the Troopers Drum and Bugle Corps out of Casper, Wyoming, which is one of the top 20 Drum Corps in the world. O'Bar competed against candidates from across the nation and was offered a position with the Corps. He will attend camps in Texas and Idaho and then tour the nation this summer as one of their Field Conductors.
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Borah Band Flutist,
Fernando Perez
(pictured) is a top 8 finalist for the National Flute Association's (NFA) High School Soloist Competition. The High School Soloist Competition will feature eight finalists (selected based on their recorded round audition) competing at the 2019 NFA Convention. The final round will take place at the national convention, August 1–4, 2019 in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was selected as a top 5 finalist in April 2018 through recording round audition. He was also chosen as a winner for the Young Artist Competition through live competition in November 2018. Fernando performed April 27, 2019 at the Idaho Falls Civic Center for the Performing Arts with the Idaho Falls Symphony.
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The following students at Capital High School took home top honors for their hard work and success at the Idaho State Solo and Ensemble Competition.
Adria Bower
- Bassoon - 1st Place
Aaron Orenstein
- Snare Drum - 3rd Place
Paden Hoyd
,
Ben Gardiner
,
Hannah Lay
, and
Aaron Orenstein
(Mallet Quartet)- Percussion Ensemble - 1st Place
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East Students Earn Top Art Contest Awards:
East Junior High School students recently participated in an Idaho Power Art Contest to promote energy conservation. A number of students took home top honors. Review the
award results
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Principal Receives State Recognition:
The Idaho Association of Elementary School Principals has selected Taft Elementary School Principal
Tim Lowe
as
Idaho's 2019 Distinguished Principal
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High School Coach Honored:
Capital High School Tennis Coach
Tom Campbell
has been
s
elected as the 2019 Boys and Girls Southern Idaho Conference Tennis Coach of the Year. This year, Coach Campbell is
retiring
after serving students for more than 50 years.
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End of School Year Student Services Department Staff Awards:
Boise School District Student Services Department announces the following staff awards:
Elementary Counselor of the Year:
Kim Erwin
and
Julie Drews
.
Secondary Counselor of Year:
Matt Rutte
.
Social Worker of the Year:
Andrea Geraghty
.
Advocate of the Year:
Quane Kenyon
and
Chad Wright
.
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Free Summer Meals:
Boise School District will once again participate in the federally‐funded
Summer Food Service Program
. Summer meals will be provided to children ages 1 through 18 at a number of school sites without charge. Breakfast, lunch and supper are served Monday through Friday beginning June 4th through July 26th.
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Girls Powered STEM Summer Camps:
Online registration
for this summer's Girls Powered STEM Camps opens at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. This year's camps will be held at Morley Nelson Elementary on May 29 & Liberty Elementary on May 30th.
The
2019 Girls Powered STEM
session is going to be another exceptional one. We are bringing in new STEM fields and increasing the number of spots for girls to attend!
The Girls Powered STEM
website
is a place for you to register your daughter, check out the sessions, and enjoy footage from last year's GPS.
Girls going into grades 4-6 for the 2019-2020 school year are encouraged to attend!
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Dennis Technical Education Center Orientation/Open House:
On Thursday, May 16, 2019 Boise School District's
Dennis Technical Education Center
will hold an Orientation/Open House for next year's incoming students. The event will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at DTEC, 8201 W. Victory Rd., Boise. This is an opportunity for all new DTEC students and parents to meet our teachers and learn more about the program your student has signed up to attend next school year. Teachers will run two consecutive 30 minute presentations where they will provide a general overview of the class, review expectations, curriculum, & any equipment needed. There will also be time for parents and students to ask questions at the conclusion of each presentation. Returning students and the community are welcome to attend this annual event, as well.
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Taco Bell Arena, 7:00 p.m.
(Live
video streaming
will be provided of the Boise, Borah, Capital & Timberline graduation ceremonies)
- Boise High, May 21, 2019
- Borah High, May 22, 2019
- Capital High, May 23, 2019
- Timberline High, May 20, 2019
- Frank Church High, May 21, 2019, 5 p.m. @ Morrison Center (Spring)
- Marian Pritchett, May 16, 2019, 6:30 p.m. @ Marian Pritchett School
- STEP Program, May 16, 2019, 10 a.m. @ South JHS
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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR TRADITIONAL SECONDARY SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM
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DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENING DATES SET
FOR 2019-20 SCHOOL YEAR
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LOVE TO LEARN?
WE HAVE A COMMUNITY EDUCATION CLASS FOR YOU!
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Expand your knowledge with Community Education.
Register online
for Spring Community Education classes. We offer affordable personal enrichment courses for all ages. Hurry, courses fill quickly!
Spring 2019 Community Education classes run April 22 - May 16, 2019.
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Are you concerned about someone’s behavior and the danger they may present to your child’s school? The following video explains how you can report suspicious activity anonymously.
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- May 6 - 10: Teacher Appreciation Week.
- May 7-9: Plant Sale, Frank Church High School, 8051 W. Salt Creek Ct. Click here for more information.
- May 7: Boise School District celebrates 100 years of school nursing.
- May 7: Boise Music Week Concert, 7:00 p.m., Taco Bell Arena, free!
- May 8: National School Nurse Appreciation Day. This year, Boise School District celebrates 100 years of school nursing!
- May 10: Dedication Ceremony/Open House for Boise High School 1936 Gymnasium & Performing Arts Addition, 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., with tours for the general public provided from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., 1010 W. Washington St.
- May 10: STEM Fair, 5 p.m., South Jr. High School, 3101 W. Cassia St. Click here for more information.
- May 10 & 11: Borah High Annual Plant Sale.
- May 13: Regular monthly Boise School Board meeting. When available, agenda will be posted on Board meeting agenda webpage.
- May 16: Orientation/Open House, Dennis Technical Education Center (DTEC),8201 W. Victory Rd., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Learn more...
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News Media Contact:
Dan Hollar
Public Affairs Administrator
Boise School District
(208) 854-4064
dan.hollar@boiseschools.org
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