September 24:  Boise School District students will highlight the Farm to School Program with a Harvest Day celebration on Wednesday September 24th.  The annual Harvest Day celebration integrates education about the Farm to School Program, healthy eating, and the importance of Idaho agriculture as part of school meals.  Lunch menus will feature local foods including Idaho potatoes, corn, beans and watermelon, local dairy foods including cheese, milk, yogurt and sour cream, locally baked breads, and other local fresh vegetables.

News Media representatives are invited to cover a special Harvest Day Event that will take place at Koelsch Elementary (2015 N. Curtis Rd.) on September 24th, in the cafeteria from 11:25 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.  A local watermelon farmer and dairyman will be avilable for for interviews as they serve students school lunch.  Boise School District has participated in the Farm to School program since 2010.  The goal of the program is to offer students a variety of local items each week, especially during the fall harvest season. The program has been so successful that, often times, several local items are provided in one day!  Students are regularly offered local milk from Meadow Gold Dairy, Franz bread baked in Nampa, and fresh fruits and vegetables grown throughout the Treasure Valley. 

Announcing Google Apps for Education:  We are proud to announce that Boise School District has now made available to teachers, staff, and students the power of Google Apps for Education. Google Apps for Education are intended to enhance critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, and communication for students and staff. Click here to learn more. 

Time to lace up those sneakers!: From Oct. 1-31, Boise elementary school kids are invited to participate in a school walking challenge. The schools with the most miles walked and highest participation rate will each win each $500 for playground or fitness equipment. A toolkit is available with a sign-up form and promotional ideas to inspire you to get trucking!  Click here for more information or go to www.letsmoveboise.com. Or, contact Amy Stahl, Community Relations Manager, Boise Parks & Recreation at [email protected] or 208.608.7611.

Coaches Recognized: The following coaches at Boise High School will receive awards at the next District III Coaches Banquet.  

Digital resources can offer learning connections in our local, national, and international communities. These resources might take us on a virtual field trip, help us celebrate an event, or introduce us to others from around the globe. Here are some happenings that were available this week to learners of all ages and many have archived resources for you to enjoy.   Read more here on our new Activate 2 Learn blog. 

Calling all Interested 11th Grade Students:  Student-Led Service Organization One Stone is looking for 150 Treasure Valley 11th graders to participate in its two-day Think Challenge Oct. 2nd & 3rd. The event pits the creative brainpower of high school juniors against issues of systemic complexity created by adults. Registration deadline is September 15th.  

Fuel Your School program will support public education in Ada and Canyon counties by helping K-12 educators receive funding for eligible classroom projects through DonorsChoose.org, an online organization that organizes funding for schools across the country. DonorsChoose.org will use Chevron's donations to help fund eligible classroom projects. Projects are funded on a rotating basis by the order in which they are received and posted on DonorsChoose.org. Chevron encourages teachers to post eligible classroom projects for science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education to help prepare students who may be interested in these types of advanced technical jobs. Click here to learn more.

Help Boise Public Schools Education Foundation Earn Donations by Shopping with Your Fred Meyer Rewards Card!  Fred Meyer is donating $2.5 million per year to non-profits in Alaska, Idaho, Oregon and Washington - including the BPSEF.  Sign-up for the Community Rewards program by linking your Fred Meyer Rewards Card to the Boise Public Schools Education Foundation at www.fredmeyer.com/communityrewards. You can search for us by their name or by their non-profit number 88719.