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 !! 💙
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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 !! 💙
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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.🤘
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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.🤘
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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. 💙
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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. 💙
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📚✨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!
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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
Congratulations to our 2026 National Merit Scholarship Finalists!
Centennial High School: Lawson S. Rocke, Nancy M. Johnson, Madeline R. Smith
Eagle High School: Carson Bowers
Mountain View High School: Annabelle Kelso
Renaissance High School:Jaxon Allred, Kavya Bansal, Flynn Comeskey, Mason Lewis, Carter Pankowski
Rocky Mountain High School: Seth Nelson, Luci Dean
Virtual School House: Tanner Eisele
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Centennial High School: Lawson S. Rocke, Nancy M. Johnson, Madeline R. Smith
Eagle High School: Carson Bowers
Mountain View High School: Annabelle Kelso
Renaissance High School:Jaxon Allred, Kavya Bansal, Flynn Comeskey, Mason Lewis, Carter Pankowski
Rocky Mountain High School: Seth Nelson, Luci Dean
Virtual School House: Tanner Eisele
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🚨Attention Juniors🚨 Your ISAT scores matter! 📣
ISAT testing is coming up, and your scores can give you automatic admission to Idaho universities and influence college class placement,🎓
ℹ️ Learn more about direct admissions at https://nextsteps.idaho.gov/
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ISAT testing is coming up, and your scores can give you automatic admission to Idaho universities and influence college class placement,🎓
ℹ️ Learn more about direct admissions at https://nextsteps.idaho.gov/
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✨ Spring Raffle Finalists Announced! ✨
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported our Spring Raffle! Spring Raffle raised over $361,000, with nearly $1.2 million for activities and athletics over this school year. Your generosity makes a direct impact by creating more opportunities for our students—we truly couldn’t do this without you. 💙💛
🏆 Finalists:
• Trudy Wahl – Meridian Warriors Baseball
• Maya Radushka – Meridian Chiefs 7th Boys Basketball
• Nicole Ellis – Owyhee Storm Softball
• Spencer Foote – Eagle Mustangs Track
• Leanna Gautney – Eagle Mustangs Tennis
• Marilyn Piccola – Rocky Mountain Grizzlies Baseball
• Sharon Rembowski – Centennial Patriots Tennis
• Kimberly Mulder – Star Cowboys 7th Boys Basketball
• Chad Bravender – Mountain View Mavericks Baseball
• Tony Ferguson – Heritage Huskies 7th Boys Basketball
🎉 Each finalist is guaranteed at least $750, with a chance to win the GRAND PRIZE — a 2026 Kia Sportage valued at approximately $34,000! 🚗✨
📅 Winners will be announced at the giveaway event on April 25th.
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A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supported our Spring Raffle! Spring Raffle raised over $361,000, with nearly $1.2 million for activities and athletics over this school year. Your generosity makes a direct impact by creating more opportunities for our students—we truly couldn’t do this without you. 💙💛
🏆 Finalists:
• Trudy Wahl – Meridian Warriors Baseball
• Maya Radushka – Meridian Chiefs 7th Boys Basketball
• Nicole Ellis – Owyhee Storm Softball
• Spencer Foote – Eagle Mustangs Track
• Leanna Gautney – Eagle Mustangs Tennis
• Marilyn Piccola – Rocky Mountain Grizzlies Baseball
• Sharon Rembowski – Centennial Patriots Tennis
• Kimberly Mulder – Star Cowboys 7th Boys Basketball
• Chad Bravender – Mountain View Mavericks Baseball
• Tony Ferguson – Heritage Huskies 7th Boys Basketball
🎉 Each finalist is guaranteed at least $750, with a chance to win the GRAND PRIZE — a 2026 Kia Sportage valued at approximately $34,000! 🚗✨
📅 Winners will be announced at the giveaway event on April 25th.
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⭐April 14, 2026 Board Meeting Highlights ⭐
Thank you, Ustick Elementary, for leading the Pledge of Allegiance!
🎓Also, Ustick Elementary celebrated their student involvement and academic achievements.
✅Owyhee High School presented their Board Report.
✨Katie Rutan was approved as Principal of Hunter Elementary beginning in Fall 2026.
✨Breanne Rosco was approved as Principal of Joplin Elementary beginning in Fall 2026.
🎟The 10 Finalists were chosen for the Spring Raffle
▪️Trudy Wahl – Meridian Warriors Baseball
▪️Maya Radushka – Meridian Chiefs 7th Boys Basketball
▪️Nicole Ellis – Owyhee Storm Softball
▪️Spencer Foote – Eagle Mustangs Track
▪️Leanna Gautney – Eagle Mustangs Tennis
▪️Marilyn Piccola – Rocky Mountain Grizzlies Baseball
▪️Sharon Rembowski – Centennial Patriots Tennis
▪️Kimberly Mulder – Star Cowboys 7th Boys Basketball
▪️Chad Bravender – Mountain View Mavericks Baseball
▪️Tony Ferguison – Heritage Huskies 7th Boys Basketball
Each finalist will win at least $750, with a chance at the grand prize—a 2026 Kia Sportage valued at approximately $34,000. Winners will be announced at the giveaway event on April 25th.
📺Full Meeting Available on Youtube
▶️Youtube.com/WestAdaSchoolDistrict
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Thank you, Ustick Elementary, for leading the Pledge of Allegiance!
🎓Also, Ustick Elementary celebrated their student involvement and academic achievements.
✅Owyhee High School presented their Board Report.
✨Katie Rutan was approved as Principal of Hunter Elementary beginning in Fall 2026.
✨Breanne Rosco was approved as Principal of Joplin Elementary beginning in Fall 2026.
🎟The 10 Finalists were chosen for the Spring Raffle
▪️Trudy Wahl – Meridian Warriors Baseball
▪️Maya Radushka – Meridian Chiefs 7th Boys Basketball
▪️Nicole Ellis – Owyhee Storm Softball
▪️Spencer Foote – Eagle Mustangs Track
▪️Leanna Gautney – Eagle Mustangs Tennis
▪️Marilyn Piccola – Rocky Mountain Grizzlies Baseball
▪️Sharon Rembowski – Centennial Patriots Tennis
▪️Kimberly Mulder – Star Cowboys 7th Boys Basketball
▪️Chad Bravender – Mountain View Mavericks Baseball
▪️Tony Ferguison – Heritage Huskies 7th Boys Basketball
Each finalist will win at least $750, with a chance at the grand prize—a 2026 Kia Sportage valued at approximately $34,000. Winners will be announced at the giveaway event on April 25th.
📺Full Meeting Available on Youtube
▶️Youtube.com/WestAdaSchoolDistrict
#WeAreWestAda | #WASDSchoolBoard
🎉 We are excited to announce Katie Rutan as the new Principal of Hunter Elementary! 🎉
Ms. Rutan currently serves as Principal of Frontier Elementary. With 21 years in West Ada, Ms. Rutan’s mission centers on cultivating a culture of continuous growth and ensuring students are supported and challenged to reach their full potential. Ms. Rutan believes Hunter Elementary has a strong foundation, and she is excited to build upon its established success.
We look forward to Ms. Rutan’s passion for leading the Hunter community to exceed expectations in the 2026-2027 school year.
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Ms. Rutan currently serves as Principal of Frontier Elementary. With 21 years in West Ada, Ms. Rutan’s mission centers on cultivating a culture of continuous growth and ensuring students are supported and challenged to reach their full potential. Ms. Rutan believes Hunter Elementary has a strong foundation, and she is excited to build upon its established success.
We look forward to Ms. Rutan’s passion for leading the Hunter community to exceed expectations in the 2026-2027 school year.
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🎉 We are excited to announce Breanne Rosco as the new Principal of Joplin Elementary! 🎉
Mrs. Rosco currently serves as Assistant Principal of Instruction at Centennial High School, where she supports student achievement and helps cultivate a positive school culture. With 14 years of West Ada experience, Mrs. Rosco has demonstrated a genuine passion for building community and supporting our students.
We are thrilled for her vision and leadership to guide and support the Joplin community in the 2026-2027 school year.
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Mrs. Rosco currently serves as Assistant Principal of Instruction at Centennial High School, where she supports student achievement and helps cultivate a positive school culture. With 14 years of West Ada experience, Mrs. Rosco has demonstrated a genuine passion for building community and supporting our students.
We are thrilled for her vision and leadership to guide and support the Joplin community in the 2026-2027 school year.
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🌟🎉 West Ada Schools stood out in the 2022–2025 Idaho Statewide School Rankings! 🎉🌟
Scores are determined by the state based on standardized test scores, student growth metrics, attendance, and graduation rates.
🏫 West Ada Schools earned 8 spots among the top 20 schools in the state, with several of our schools showing tremendous growth in their rankings!
We are proud of our dedicated staff and incredible students who make continued growth and success possible across our district. 💙⭐
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Scores are determined by the state based on standardized test scores, student growth metrics, attendance, and graduation rates.
🏫 West Ada Schools earned 8 spots among the top 20 schools in the state, with several of our schools showing tremendous growth in their rankings!
We are proud of our dedicated staff and incredible students who make continued growth and success possible across our district. 💙⭐
#WeAreWestAda
A new episode of the West Ada Podcast drops tomorrow! 🎙️✨
Author and Consultant, Dr. Michael McDowell joins Chief Academic Officer Rhonda McDonough to discuss why West Ada is leading the state in academic excellence. 📊✨
In our Student Pulse segment, meet Taya and Alec, Co-ASB Presidents at Meridian High School 🎓💬 Through a year of change, they share how students and staff are coming together to strengthen school culture, elevate student leadership, and build a stronger community. 💙
📅 Thursday
⏰ 9 a.m.
🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts, or watch and subscribe on YouTube:
▶️ www.Youtube.com/@WestAdaSchoolDistrict
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation! 👏
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Last week, the Student Council at Idaho Fine Arts Academy welcomed Dr. Bub for informative conversations about school culture, upcoming events, service projects, and how students pursue academic growth through the arts.❤️
This year, IFAA participated in Scrollathon, a nationwide visual art installation that will be showcased at the Kennedy Center this summer.🌟
Students also highlighted Kindness Week, their Love Wins concert at JUMP, and their all-school collaborative musical production, Pippin. 🎭🎶
Looking ahead, IFAA will perform at the Getty in Los Angeles and participate in master classes at CalArts. They will also host their All-School Service Day, supporting our local community through meaningful service opportunities.🤲✨
It is truly inspiring to see students so deeply engaged in their passions while spreading love and support within their school and throughout the community.💙💛
#WeAreWestAda
This year, IFAA participated in Scrollathon, a nationwide visual art installation that will be showcased at the Kennedy Center this summer.🌟
Students also highlighted Kindness Week, their Love Wins concert at JUMP, and their all-school collaborative musical production, Pippin. 🎭🎶
Looking ahead, IFAA will perform at the Getty in Los Angeles and participate in master classes at CalArts. They will also host their All-School Service Day, supporting our local community through meaningful service opportunities.🤲✨
It is truly inspiring to see students so deeply engaged in their passions while spreading love and support within their school and throughout the community.💙💛
#WeAreWestAda
🎉Congratulations to our District Service Center Employee of the year, Allie Anderson! 🎉
As the Administrative Assistant for Teaching and Learning, Allie consistently goes above and beyond to support multiple departments, events and staff. While diligently contributing meaningful work, she remains positive, humble and a joy to work with.🌟
Thank you Allie for your hard work and being an vital member of West Ada! 💙💛
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It’s Assistant Principals Week!!!💙💛
Huge THANK YOU to our incredible assistant principals for all you do to support our students and the West Ada community. You truly make a difference every day. You’re the best! ✨
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Huge THANK YOU to our incredible assistant principals for all you do to support our students and the West Ada community. You truly make a difference every day. You’re the best! ✨
#WeAreWestAda
Happy Easter 🐣
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✨📚Happy School Librarian Day!! 📚✨
Your knowledge and passion for books shapes minds and inspires futures. We are so grateful for our librarians and everything you do! 💙💛
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Your knowledge and passion for books shapes minds and inspires futures. We are so grateful for our librarians and everything you do! 💙💛
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🌟 March Employees of the Month 🌟
A huge thank you to these dedicated individuals who positively impact our students, staff, and community every day. 💙💛
🏫Discovery Elementary School
Shamarie Hart - 2nd Grade Teacher
Eryn Bedford - Safe School Assistant
🏫Sawtooth Middle School
Caitlin Kerbs - 8th Grade Math Teacher
Ron Dufur - Security Officer
🏫Meridian High School
Chad Bloxham - Social Studies, StuCo, Dept. Chair, AVID
Cora Anderson - Assistant Secretary
🏢District Service Center | School Nutrition Services
Dean Newkirk - School Nutrition Maintenance
Meghan Weathers - Procurement Clerk
Thank you for your commitment to excellence and for making a difference every day!
#WeAreWestAda #EmployeeOfTheMonth
A huge thank you to these dedicated individuals who positively impact our students, staff, and community every day. 💙💛
🏫Discovery Elementary School
Shamarie Hart - 2nd Grade Teacher
Eryn Bedford - Safe School Assistant
🏫Sawtooth Middle School
Caitlin Kerbs - 8th Grade Math Teacher
Ron Dufur - Security Officer
🏫Meridian High School
Chad Bloxham - Social Studies, StuCo, Dept. Chair, AVID
Cora Anderson - Assistant Secretary
🏢District Service Center | School Nutrition Services
Dean Newkirk - School Nutrition Maintenance
Meghan Weathers - Procurement Clerk
Thank you for your commitment to excellence and for making a difference every day!
#WeAreWestAda #EmployeeOfTheMonth
🌟Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!🌟
We are incredibly grateful to the paraprofessionals across our district who provide invaluable support to our teachers and are dedicated to the success of every student.📚
Thank you for all that you do! Be sure to thank a paraprofessional at your school.💙💛
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We are incredibly grateful to the paraprofessionals across our district who provide invaluable support to our teachers and are dedicated to the success of every student.📚
Thank you for all that you do! Be sure to thank a paraprofessional at your school.💙💛
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📚🎒It’s time for Kindergarten Enrollment!
All West Ada elementary schools will host in-person kindergarten enrollment during the week of March 30. Each school will offer one daytime session and one evening session from 4:00–7:00 p.m. ✨
🔗 Visit westada.org/page/kindergarten-registration for more information including in-person registration dates, times, and locations.
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