Kindergarten registration is almost here — and we can’t wait to meet our newest Boise School District students!

This Thursday, March 5, all Boise elementary schools will host a fun, friendly, and interactive Kindergarten Registration Night. This special evening is the first step in your child’s educational journey — and a wonderful opportunity to connect with your neighborhood school community.

📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026

🕒 3:45–5:30 p.m. (regular start schools)

🕓 4:00–5:45 p.m. (late start schools*)

📍 Attend Your Boundary School

Families are encouraged to attend registration at their child’s boundary school. Not sure which school that is? Use the Boundary Locator on the Boise Schools website to find your neighborhood school.

Planning to apply for open enrollment at another school? You’ll still need to attend registration at your boundary school on March 5.

📄 What to Bring

Please plan to bring:

💻 Save Time — Register Online

Families are encouraged to complete the online registration process in advance to make the evening quick and easy. Prefer paper? You may also complete enrollment forms ahead of time and bring them with you on March 5.

Kindergarten Registration Night is more than paperwork — it’s a chance to meet teachers, explore classrooms, ask questions, and see firsthand how Boise schools support students from day one.

We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2039 and partnering with families to build a strong foundation for a bright future. 🌟

Students from across the Boise School District delivered an outstanding performance at the 2026 Idaho DECA State Career Development Conference (SCDC), held February 9–11 at the Nampa Civic Center. Three of our four comprehensive high schools earned state-level recognition — demonstrating the strength of our Career Technical Education programs and the real-world readiness of our students.

At the state level, DECA recognizes the Top 6 competitors in each event category, with medals awarded to the top three finishers. Students who score 80% or higher on their written exam also receive a Top Test Score medal.

But beyond medals and trophies, this work matters deeply to our community.

These students are developing the skills Idaho employers are looking for — critical thinking, financial literacy, marketing strategy, public speaking, project management, teamwork, and entrepreneurship. Many of these students will go on to start businesses, manage teams, lead nonprofits, and contribute to our local economy. Their success today reflects a strong future workforce for Boise.

Students in Anatomy & Physiology at Boise High recently wrapped up their Nervous System unit with a sheep brain dissection — a powerful, hands-on opportunity to explore the real anatomical structures they’ve been studying in class.

Under the guidance of teacher Nikki Clark-Vega, students identified key parts of the brain and connected textbook learning to real-world application. Experiences like this deepen understanding, strengthen critical thinking, and spark interest in careers in healthcare and science.

Why should our community care?

Because this is what college- and career-ready learning looks like. Engaging, real-world experiences support the Boise School District’s Strategic Plan by building strong academic foundations and inspiring curiosity. Today’s lab tables are preparing tomorrow’s medical professionals, researchers, and innovators.

Great work to Boise High students and their teacher for bringing science to life.

Thanks to the generous support of The Sangam Foundation of Idaho, Boise School District is expanding its Food Waste Diversion & Composting Program in partnership with Republic Services and Timbercreek Recycling.

Food waste reduction is one of the most immediate, hands-on ways students can engage in sustainability—and this proven program is already making a meaningful impact at Lincoln Early Learning Center, White Pine Elementary, and Grace Jordan Elementary. With philanthropic support, the program is expanding in 2026 to Garfield, Trail Wind, Hawthorne (see photo), and Whitney elementary schools.

At each participating school, students conduct hands-on waste audits, collect and analyze data, and connect classroom learning in science, math, and engineering to real-world environmental systems. They investigate decomposition and nutrient cycles while applying measurement, graphing, and problem-solving skills to track their school’s progress.

Student-led Green Teams help sustain the effort by promoting stewardship and ensuring student voice remains central to the work. Through collaboration with facilities staff and community service providers, students gain insight into how individual actions connect to larger systems that serve our community.

This investment allows Boise schools to scale effective, equitable sustainability programs that strengthen STEM learning, build environmental literacy, and empower students to design and lead practical climate solutions.

White Pine Elementary students recently explored science, technology, engineering, art, and math during an exciting STEAM Day filled with hands-on experiments, creative projects, and interactive challenges.

Designed to build a stronger school community through shared discovery, the event ensures every student can experience the joy of STEAM during the school day. Activities like these bring Academic Excellence to life—encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and innovation.

A big thank you to White Pine’s teachers and staff for inspiring our future innovators! 💙

Kayli, a Fairmont Junior High School student (pictured), recently learned that sharing your passions can lead to unforgettable moments. After writing a heartfelt letter to Costco Wholesale about how much she loves the store, she received an incredible birthday surprise.

On February 27, Costco representatives visited Fairmont with cupcakes, Costco gear, and even her own Costco name tag. What began as a simple letter turned into a joyful celebration and a reminder that students should never be afraid to share their dreams and use their voice.

Moments like this reflect the Boise School District’s commitment to strong community partnerships and meaningful connections. 🤝 When students feel seen, heard, and supported by the community around them, it strengthens their confidence and belief in what’s possible.

We are grateful to Costco for helping create such a special moment for one of our students. 🎉💫

The Boise School District would like to inform families and community members of a temporary road closure planned during Spring Break (March 14–22, 2026) in front of Whitney Elementary School.

At the request of The Russell Corporation, utility work related to the Whitney Pool project — including water, sewer, and potential power improvements — will take place on Owyhee Street. A portion of S. Owyhee, just south of Overland Rd., will be closed for utility installation. This portion of the roadway will be closed starting Saturday 3/14/26 at 8 a.m. and will be opened Sunday 3/22/26 by 8 p.m. 

Although school will not be in session due to Spring Break ( 3/14 - 3/22), the Just For Kids childcare program and the Boise City Community Center will remain open. Access to the Whitney parking lot will continue via Nez Perce Street throughout the construction period.

We appreciate your awareness as this important infrastructure work moves forward.

The Boise School District is launching a comprehensive Long-Range Facilities Master Planning process—and we’re inviting our community to be part of it.

This important effort will serve as a roadmap for future school facility investments, ensuring our buildings continue to support high-quality learning environments while aligning with current and projected enrollment. As Boise continues to evolve, thoughtful planning today will help ensure our schools are ready for tomorrow.

Community members are encouraged to attend a public feedback meeting focused on the District’s Long-Range Facilities Master Planning process:

Location: Timberline High School Cafeteria, 701 E. Boise Ave., Boise, ID

Date: April 2, 2026

Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

This is a general invitation to the entire community, including parents, teachers, students, and district patrons.

Your perspective matters. The feedback gathered will directly inform the development of the District’s 10-year Long-Range Facilities Master Plan.

Together, we can shape a plan that reflects our shared values and supports student success for the next generation.

We hope to see you there.

Boise School District is pleased to announce graduation dates and locations for the Class of 2026. Families and community members are invited to join us in celebrating this important milestone as students from across the district prepare to walk the stage.

May 14 at 6:00 p.m.

Capital High School Auditorium

May 15 at 5:00 p.m.

Borah High School Auditorium

May 18 at 7:00 p.m.

Extra Mile Arena

May 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Extra Mile Arena

May 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Extra Mile Arena

May 21 at 7:00 p.m.

Extra Mile Arena

We look forward to celebrating our graduates and wish the Class of 2026 continued success as they take their next steps.