Sami Edge
Lapwai addresses mental health by understanding a child’s personal story and culture
The district’s approach to behavioral health includes focusing on teaching positive behavior expectations, partnering with agencies for on-site therapy, training staff on trauma and incorporating Nez Perce culture at every turn.
Cassia ‘Connect’ program aims to give every student access to immediate help
A student just has to call a phone number where they can receive immediate crisis counseling, and set up an appointment with a local mental health professional.
Nampa’s in-school therapy partnerships lead to measurable success
In-school therapy is an increasingly popular mental health support in Idaho schools. Nampa’s partnerships offer a glimpse into the strengths and challenges of that model.
Given a second chance at life, Idaho teen vows to help others
Calvin Loffer tried to take his own life. He’s grateful to be alive and be able to share his message: Mental health challenges can impact anyone.
Idaho’s approach to school mental health was already scattered. Then COVID hit.
States across the country have put increased focus on mental health in schools for several years. Momentum is building in Idaho, but the state lacks a cohesive plan to ensure services from district to district.
State Board approves extra COVID funds to help schools
Members also unanimously approved the contract for new BSU head football coach Andy Avalos.
School leaders fret over disbursement of federal funds
“We’re very much in limbo, but we’ve just been through a pandemic, too,” Kimberly superintendent Luke Schroeder said. “There’s a lot of unknowns.”
SDE names new communications director
Mary McFarland, a former Eagle City Council member and business owner, will take over the post.
House passes tax relief bill along party lines
After lengthy debate, the bill heads to the senate for consideration.
Senate Education Committee kills parent payout proposal
“I have a hard time weighing who is at fault here,” Sen. Janie Ward Engelking, D-Boise said. “It’s certainly not our school districts’ fault. It’s certainly not our teachers’ fault. It’s just the situation we’re in. Hopefully we’ll have better insight next time and will do a better job.”