🌟Happy National School Principals Day to the outstanding leaders of our schools!🌟
West Ada is so lucky to have such amazing leaders who work tirelessly to shape bright futures for our students, schools, and communities. 📚✨
Thank you for leading with purpose, compassion, and commitment. We appreciate you!💙💛
#WeAreWestAda
🌟 West Ada was chosen as a recipient of the 2026-2027 EL Enhancement Grant! 🌟
Congratulations and thank you to West Ada Federal Programs, ML Division with a special congratulations to Leslie Yingling, Director of Federal Programs, and Jill Ayabei, Federal Programs Coordinator, ML, for their outstanding work on the grant proposal. 👏
This three-year grant will provide guidance and funding to further the work of the integrated co-teaching model in our schools to better meet the needs of our Multilingual Learner students. The grant is a continuation of the grant awarded for the 2023-2026 school years.📚
Way to go, West Ada! 💙💛
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Congratulations and thank you to West Ada Federal Programs, ML Division with a special congratulations to Leslie Yingling, Director of Federal Programs, and Jill Ayabei, Federal Programs Coordinator, ML, for their outstanding work on the grant proposal. 👏
This three-year grant will provide guidance and funding to further the work of the integrated co-teaching model in our schools to better meet the needs of our Multilingual Learner students. The grant is a continuation of the grant awarded for the 2023-2026 school years.📚
Way to go, West Ada! 💙💛
#WeAreWestAda
This week, six of our high schools gathered at BSU for the BOLD Awards, and we are proud to share that three of our schools were recognized for their outstanding work!
🏆 OwyheeBOLD earned the Ambassador Program of the Year Award
🏆 CentennialBOLD received the Catalyst Award
🏆 MHSBOLD was honored with the Momentum Award
We are incredibly grateful for our passionate students who continue to lead the way and advocate for mental health in our schools and communities.
#BroncoBOLD is a student‑athlete mental health initiative focused on reducing stigma, raising awareness, and cultivating resilience. By spreading messages of hope, help, and resiliency, these students are helping to foster a mentally healthy community.
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🏆 OwyheeBOLD earned the Ambassador Program of the Year Award
🏆 CentennialBOLD received the Catalyst Award
🏆 MHSBOLD was honored with the Momentum Award
We are incredibly grateful for our passionate students who continue to lead the way and advocate for mental health in our schools and communities.
#BroncoBOLD is a student‑athlete mental health initiative focused on reducing stigma, raising awareness, and cultivating resilience. By spreading messages of hope, help, and resiliency, these students are helping to foster a mentally healthy community.
#WeAreWestAda
🚨Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is coming to Albertsons Stadium on Saturday, June 6! 🚨
This family-friendly event brings your favorite monster trucks to life with gravity-defying stunts, car-crushing action, and nonstop thrills.
‼️Tickets start as low as $10‼️ $5 from every ticket purchased will go back to support the West Ada Education Foundation, helping fund programs and opportunities for local students.
🎟️Grab your Tickets Now: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Westada3
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Last week, Dr. Bub met with the incredible Student Council at Eagle High School!✨
EHS StuCo recently earned the National Gold Council of Excellence Award from the National Association of Student Councils, recognizing their exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that improve the school and community.💚
In addition, they discussed their momentum in the running for the 2025–2026 “School of Excellence” Award, upcoming events, successes during spring sports (especially their Ultimate Frisbee team) and important policy updates.🐎
#WeAreWestAda
EHS StuCo recently earned the National Gold Council of Excellence Award from the National Association of Student Councils, recognizing their exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that improve the school and community.💚
In addition, they discussed their momentum in the running for the 2025–2026 “School of Excellence” Award, upcoming events, successes during spring sports (especially their Ultimate Frisbee team) and important policy updates.🐎
#WeAreWestAda
📣 We are pleased to announce Cliff Rice as the Chief Academic Officer of Student Success! 📣
With 25 years of experience in roles such as; Teacher, Activities and Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, Principal and most recently, Director of Secondary Instruction, Mr. Rice brings a comprehensive understanding to supporting and developing student success. 📚
West Ada School District conducted a nationwide search for this position, and the top two candidates emerged from within. We’re proud to see strong leaders grow right here in West Ada. 💙💛
We look forward to Mr. Rice leading our district with a clear, focused vision to remove barriers and ensure every student can succeed in the classroom. 📖
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With 25 years of experience in roles such as; Teacher, Activities and Athletic Director, Assistant Principal, Principal and most recently, Director of Secondary Instruction, Mr. Rice brings a comprehensive understanding to supporting and developing student success. 📚
West Ada School District conducted a nationwide search for this position, and the top two candidates emerged from within. We’re proud to see strong leaders grow right here in West Ada. 💙💛
We look forward to Mr. Rice leading our district with a clear, focused vision to remove barriers and ensure every student can succeed in the classroom. 📖
#WeAreWestAda
We are excited to welcome Nick Edwards to West Ada as the Director of Safety and Behavior.
With a decorated background in law enforcement, military service, and public safety leadership, including service as Commander of Idaho’s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force, and Command Sergeant Major in the Idaho Army National Guard, Mr. Edwards brings a strategic perspective to protecting students and supporting safe learning environments.
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🚌 Thank you to our bus drivers! 🚌
From early mornings to busy afternoons, we are grateful for our transportation staff’s dedication to safely getting our students to and from school each day.
Say thank you to our bus drivers today! 💙💛
#WeAreWestAda | #SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay
📣 We are excited to introduce Nolan Kerby as the new Principal of Eagle Hills Elementary! 📣
Mr. Kerby currently serves as Dean of Student Achievement at Eagle Hills and Seven Oaks Elementary. He brings a wealth of knowledge from his previous position at Kootenai Jr/Sr High School. Coming from a family of educators, Mr. Kirby has a deep passion and commitment to student-centered leadership.
We are excited for Mr. Kirby to continue his dedicated efforts in supporting the Eagle Hills community in the 2026-2027 school year. 🐴💙
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🌟We are excited to introduce Jen Dunlop as Principal of Frontier Elementary! 🌟
Mrs. Dunlop has dedicated 28 years to K-8 education and currently serves as Dean of Student Achievement at Pepper Ridge and Lake Hazel Elementary.
We are thrilled for Mrs. Dunlop to lead and support the continued growth of Frontier Elementary in the 2026-2027 school year. 💙💛
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🌟 We are thrilled to introduce Karen Rice as the future leader of Mountain View High School! 🌟
For the past five years, Mrs. Rice has served as the Assistant Principal of Instruction at Mountain View High School, where she has embraced Maverick culture and contributed to the school’s strong academic success.
We are excited for Mrs. Rice to lead Mountain View with passion and purpose in the 2026-2027 school year. 💙💚
Go Mavs! 🤘
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🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Shay Davis as the new Principal of Seven Oaks Elementary! 🌟
Mrs. Davis joins us from her previous position as Principal of North Star Charter, where she dedicated 12 years of service. We are excited for Mrs. Davis to join and lead the Seven Oaks community in the 2026-2027 school year.
#WeAreWestAda
Mrs. Davis joins us from her previous position as Principal of North Star Charter, where she dedicated 12 years of service. We are excited for Mrs. Davis to join and lead the Seven Oaks community in the 2026-2027 school year.
#WeAreWestAda
🎧 New West Ada Podcast Episode Drops Monday!
Renaissance High School is Idaho’s top high school—and their peer tutoring program is a big reason why. 🏫✨
Hear from student tutors Dany and Brannia as they share insights from a national conference they recently attended and how peer support drives real student success.
👀 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on student leadership, academic support, and college readiness.
📅 Monday
⏰ 9 a.m.
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch and subscribe on YouTube:
▶️ Youtube.com/@WestAdaSchoolDistrict
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Renaissance High School is Idaho’s top high school—and their peer tutoring program is a big reason why. 🏫✨
Hear from student tutors Dany and Brannia as they share insights from a national conference they recently attended and how peer support drives real student success.
👀 Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on student leadership, academic support, and college readiness.
📅 Monday
⏰ 9 a.m.
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch and subscribe on YouTube:
▶️ Youtube.com/@WestAdaSchoolDistrict
#WeAreWestAda
The Board of Trustees meeting agenda for the regular meeting on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 6:00pm is posted and available electronically at
www.westada.org or by visiting:
https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=36031062&MID=5549
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www.westada.org or by visiting:
https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=36031062&MID=5549
#WeAreWestAda
✨Happy Administrative Professionals Day!✨
Today, we celebrate the real MVPs who keep our schools and district running smoothly. Thank you to all our admin professionals across the district for your hard work and dedication to our students. 💙💛
#WeAreWestAda
Today, we celebrate the real MVPs who keep our schools and district running smoothly. Thank you to all our admin professionals across the district for your hard work and dedication to our students. 💙💛
#WeAreWestAda
Happy Earth Day! 🌎🌱
🪴Check out Galileo STEM Academy's garden where classes go to learn, read, and relax. Galileo families, past and present have helped maintain the space over summer breaks.
☀️💚Seven Oaks had a fun week, that included a lunch picnic where their DOSA, Mr. Kerby, got slimed.
🌼🌸 Mark your calendars for upcoming plant sales around the district:
▪@centennialhighpatriots: May 1-2
@cen10_greenhouse
▪@rockymountainhighschool: May 1-2
@rmhs_greenhouse
▪@ohsstormofficial: May 8-9
@ohs_greenhouse_program
▪@mvhsmavs: May 8-9
@mvhs.greenhouse
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🪴Check out Galileo STEM Academy's garden where classes go to learn, read, and relax. Galileo families, past and present have helped maintain the space over summer breaks.
☀️💚Seven Oaks had a fun week, that included a lunch picnic where their DOSA, Mr. Kerby, got slimed.
🌼🌸 Mark your calendars for upcoming plant sales around the district:
▪@centennialhighpatriots: May 1-2
@cen10_greenhouse
▪@rockymountainhighschool: May 1-2
@rmhs_greenhouse
▪@ohsstormofficial: May 8-9
@ohs_greenhouse_program
▪@mvhsmavs: May 8-9
@mvhs.greenhouse
#WeAreWestAda
Earlier this month, Galileo STEM Academy's autonomous Botball Robotics Team participated in the Idaho Regional Botball Tournament.🤖
Students designed, built, and programmed, using text‑based C programming, a fully autonomous robot. Every match is powered by strategy, problem-solving, and pure student ingenuity.
The team delivered an exceptional performance, earning multiple awards🏅
🥇 Overall 1st Place
🥇 1st Place Seeding
🥈 2nd Place Double Elimination
🏆 Judges’ Choice
The team has now qualified to compete at the Global Conference on Educational Robotics (GCER) in Norman, Oklahoma, this July! 🤖✨
Congratulations, @galileostem_wasd !! 💙
#WeAreWestAda
Students designed, built, and programmed, using text‑based C programming, a fully autonomous robot. Every match is powered by strategy, problem-solving, and pure student ingenuity.
The team delivered an exceptional performance, earning multiple awards🏅
🥇 Overall 1st Place
🥇 1st Place Seeding
🥈 2nd Place Double Elimination
🏆 Judges’ Choice
The team has now qualified to compete at the Global Conference on Educational Robotics (GCER) in Norman, Oklahoma, this July! 🤖✨
Congratulations, @galileostem_wasd !! 💙
#WeAreWestAda
Last week, Dr. Bub joined Mountain View High School StuCo for a great conversation highlighting their incredible leadership. 💙💚
Together, they discussed past and upcoming events, graduation cords details, athletics season updates, CTE course access, and the opportunity for students to meet principal finalist candidates.
It is exciting to see these passionate students confidently lead informative discussions and advocate for their community.🤘
#WeAreWestAda
Together, they discussed past and upcoming events, graduation cords details, athletics season updates, CTE course access, and the opportunity for students to meet principal finalist candidates.
It is exciting to see these passionate students confidently lead informative discussions and advocate for their community.🤘
#WeAreWestAda
Huge shout out to our West Ada early hire teachers for the 2026–27 school year🍎✨
We were thrilled to celebrate these teachers at this week’s Board Meeting! West Ada is stronger because of these educators who bring energy and heart to creating meaningful learning experiences that help our students grow and succeed.
We are so excited for the opportunities ahead and the incredible things you will accomplish in your classrooms and school communities. 💙
#WeAreWestAda
We were thrilled to celebrate these teachers at this week’s Board Meeting! West Ada is stronger because of these educators who bring energy and heart to creating meaningful learning experiences that help our students grow and succeed.
We are so excited for the opportunities ahead and the incredible things you will accomplish in your classrooms and school communities. 💙
#WeAreWestAda
📚✨Join us for a special visit ✨📚
Children's author John Schu will be visiting Meridian Middle School to share about his book This Is a Story and more!
📍 Meridian Middle School
📆 Saturday, June 18
⏰ 5 PM
See you there!
#WeAreWestAda
Children's author John Schu will be visiting Meridian Middle School to share about his book This Is a Story and more!
📍 Meridian Middle School
📆 Saturday, June 18
⏰ 5 PM
See you there!
#WeAreWestAda
