Boise Schools News: History on the Green, Student Voices on Stage & More to Celebrate

Aden Attao, a 2023 graduate of Borah High School, is representing Team USA at the U23 World Wrestling Championships in Las Vegas, with his Greco-Roman competition scheduled for October 13–14, 2026.

Competing in the 130-kilogram weight class, Attao joins some of the world’s top young wrestlers at UNLV’s Thomas & Mack Center. Already a two-time age-group world medalist, he continues to build an impressive international wrestling career.

Boise School District is proud to celebrate this Borah alumnus as he represents his country on the world stage. 

Congratulations, Aden—your Boise Schools community is cheering you on!

Follow Team USA’s competition and results through USA Wrestling.

A full house at the Morrison Center celebrated student talent on Monday, October 12, 2026, for Boise Music Week’s School Choir Night. The evening brought our community together through music and showcased the dedication of our student singers and music educators.

Watch the video below featuring the junior high choir performance, led by the event’s clinician, for a glimpse of students sharing their voices on stage.

Experiences like these reflect the strength of Boise School District’s performing arts program. Through choir, band, orchestra and theater, students have opportunities to develop their talents, build confidence and practice teamwork while connecting with their schools and community. Our dedicated educators help students grow as performers and discover a lasting appreciation for the arts.

Explore opportunities and upcoming performances on our Fine & Performing Arts website.

More than 60 Boise High School Marketing and DECA students went behind the scenes at AC Boise on October 7, connecting classroom lessons with the business of professional soccer.

Team leaders shared insights into branding, sponsorships and game-day operations, including the research behind AC Boise’s logo and crest. A facility tour gave students a closer look at how those decisions shape the fan experience.

“The marketing trip allowed me to see a prime example of sponsorships and promotion in the real world,” said senior Teddy Winkler.

For senior Ava Young, the visit strengthened her career aspirations: “The experience definitely made me even more excited about starting a career in marketing in my future!”

Marketing instructor Scott Moore thanked AC Boise for welcoming students and said he hopes to make the visit an annual tradition.

The Boise School District Board of Trustees has issued a statement following an October 12, 2026 public meeting review of the district’s response to reported online threats directed toward a female student at Timberline High School.

During the meeting, district Title IX Administrator Robb Thompson explained how district policies, federal Title IX regulations, and law enforcement efforts guided the response, including measures to support the student’s safety at school. He also provided Trustees with information outlining the steps involved in a Title IX investigation.

Timberline Area Director Shelley Bonds shared a timeline of events and actions taken by Boise Police, district administration, and school leadership. She recognized the Timberline leadership team and the collaboration and support provided throughout a difficult week.

Watch the video presentation below to hear district officials explain the response, student safety measures, and timeline of events shared with Trustees.

Families, staff, and community members are encouraged to read the Board of Trustees’ full statement.

For additional information about the threats and the district’s response, please review the district’s Frequently Asked Questions.

Boise School District’s values – Respect, Dignity, Honesty, Responsibility and Teamwork – guide how we treat one another every day. Listening with care, being truthful, taking responsibility and helping others bring these values to life.

We are committed to protecting student safety and ensuring every student is treated with dignity and respect. We take concerns seriously and uphold these expectations through our actions, policies and partnerships with students and families.

We invite everyone to practice these values – in person and online – to help every student feel safe, valued and ready to learn.

Join Linewize, the company behind Qustodio – an online safety tool that helps families guide their child’s technology use and build healthy digital habits – for a live parent webinar on Wednesday, October 21, at 6 p.m. Mountain Time.

“Beyond Screens” will introduce the ABC framework – Access, Boundaries and Conversations – and help families create a Family Tech Agreement to balance digital independence with online safety.

Learn more about Qustodio and how to sign up through the link on your ParentSquare home page.

The Boise School Board honored two dedicated employees during its October 12, 2026 meeting, recognizing their service to students, staff, and families.

Upper-level French students from Boise High School and Capital High School will join students from across Idaho for the first Idaho French Immersion Day on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at Boise State University.

The event will give students opportunities to practice speaking French through friendly competitions, games and activities celebrating French-speaking cultures. Participants will also hear from guest speaker and humanities scholar Alain-Philippe Durand.

Organized in partnership with the Villa Albertine Foundation and supported by local French-speaking volunteers, the day will connect students from different schools while bringing their language learning to life.

Safer crossings and better walking and biking connections help students get to school safely. Boise School District partners with the Ada County Highway District (ACHD) to improve sidewalks, pathways, crossings and bike routes near our schools.

Completed improvements benefiting school communities include:

A portion of Ada County vehicle registration fees supports transportation projects, including Safe Routes to School improvements. A measure to renew ACHD’s vehicle registration fees will appear on the November 3, 2026, ballot.

Learn more at ACHD’s vehicle registration fees webpage. To check your voter registration, find your polling place or explore voting options, visit VoteIdaho.gov.

The trip to school is an opportunity to build healthy habits and practice everyday safety skills. Boise School District’s Safe Routes to School program helps students and families prepare for walking, biking and rolling to school.

Watch the Ada County Highway District’s safety video below for a reminder of how we can all help make trips to school safer.

Families can review their route together and discuss safe places to cross. Drivers can help by slowing down near schools, staying alert and keeping crosswalks clear. These small actions help students arrive safely and ready to learn.

Explore route maps and safety tips on Boise School District’s Safe Routes to School webpage. For additional resources, visit ACHD’s Safe Routes to School website.

Community members came together on September 22 and 23 to learn about Boise School District’s preliminary Long-Range Facilities Master Planning scenarios and concepts, ask questions and share their perspectives. The conversation continues with the Scenarios & Concepts Survey, open through October 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time.

The facilities plan will guide how our District serves students and neighborhoods over the next five, 10 and 15 years. Enrollment has declined, many school buildings have more space than they need, and maintenance costs are growing. Your feedback will help us consider how to provide strong educational opportunities and learning environments while using public resources responsibly.

No final decisions have been made. The scenarios and concepts are preliminary. Survey responses will help our District understand community priorities and concerns, refine options for further review and inform a future recommendation to the Board of Trustees.

You do not need to have attended a meeting to participate. Review the meeting presentation and supporting information, then share what matters most to you, your students and your neighborhood.

Take the Scenarios & Concepts Survey by October 18 at 11:59 p.m. Mountain Time. Your voice is an important part of the process and will help shape the future of Boise schools.

Ada County Elections has approximately 100–120 student poll worker positions available for the November 3 election, offering high school students an opportunity to earn $175, gain experience and serve their community.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens and at least 16 years old by Election Day. Students will work in a technical support role, build their résumés and receive a certificate of recognition. Participation is also eligible for community service hours.

The Election Day commitment is 6:45 a.m.–9:30 p.m., with one mandatory training session on October 17, 22 or 24. Additional eligibility and setup requirements apply.

There’s still time to learn something new, spark a creative interest or connect with your neighbors! Boise School District’s Fall 2026 Community Education session continues through October 22, with affordable classes in cooking, arts, fitness, gardening, languages, technology and more.

Explore available classes at Riverglen Junior High, Timberline High, West Junior High, other Treasure Valley locations and online. Bring a friend, try something you’ve always been curious about or meet others who share your interests.

For 55 years, Community Education has brought people together through learning—and you can be part of that tradition.

Making friends, sharing ideas and discovering new skills—every day brings opportunities to grow! Boise School District’s early education programs help children ages 3–5 build confidence and a foundation for learning.

At Owyhee and Lincoln Early Learning Centers, welcoming, inclusive classrooms encourage children to learn through play while developing early reading, math, social and emotional skills. Both centers offer general education preschool and Early Childhood Special Education services for qualifying children.

If you have questions about your child’s development, the District offers free developmental screenings to help identify strengths and potential delays in speech, language, motor skills, social and emotional development, hearing and vision.

Scan the QR code on the accompanying flyer or visit our Early Childhood Education webpage to learn more about programs and screenings.

From classroom discoveries to student milestones, there’s so much to celebrate across Boise Schools! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to meet inspiring educators, cheer on our students and see learning in action.

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