West Ada School District
Ranells selected West Ada superintendent
Mary Ann Ranells, the former Lakeland School District superintendent, plans to be in Meridian next week to interview. She said she is “over-the-top excited” about the opportunity.
Ranells: Most important in my heart is always kids
Long-time Idaho educator Mary Ann Ranells fielded questions from about 40 staff members of the West Ada School District on Monday as a finalist for the superintendent position.
West Ada: Ranells interview is part of an ‘ongoing search’
The former Lakeland School District superintendent is in town for interviews this week. The district says it is reviewing other applicants.
West Ada’s high-profile, high-pressure job search
Amidst rancor and recall drives, West Ada trustees begin the search for a new superintendent.
New enrollment numbers, familiar hotspots
Enrollment is up by more than 4,400 students statewide — but that growth is far from uniform.
West Ada to begin reviewing superintendent’s applications Thursday
Trustees will meet behind closed doors Thursday evening to start reviewing applications.
District judge rejects student fees
Russell Joki — elected to the West Ada school board in May — filed the lawsuit over the district’s fee policy in October 2012.
West Ada’s super search hits the wall
Trustees post notices in the hallway of the Coeur d’Alene Resort that they are hiring, including qualifications, timing and board member cell phone numbers.
West Ada trustee discusses his past and his future
Mike Vuittonet, a long-time Idahoan with seven kids who attended Meridian schools, share his life experiences and reflects on how they might prepare him for what’s ahead.
Yochum, West Ada plot course forward
Interim superintendent views his role as a “caretaker” while the district searches for a permanent superintendent and continues with the construction of Hillsdale Elementary.