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Behind the Screens: Meet Lisa Kabel, Content Development Specialist and English Lead at IDLA
My main job at IDLA is to create the content and build our online classes. As the English lead, I oversee and manage all of the English curriculum, making sure that links and content are up to date and aligned with legislative action. I started as a part time teacher with IDLA in 2008. In […]
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Student Spotlight: Mason Gibbons
From Eagle, Idaho to the U.S. Naval Academy By Dani Leffler, IDLA Communication Specialist Mason Gibbons, a senior from Eagle, Idaho, is preparing to graduate high school and begin an exciting new chapter attending the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. With a strong academic background, dedication to service, and a heart for leadership, Mason is […]
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Educational & Enrichment Summer Camps in Idaho (2025)
Idaho River Sports – Kids Nature Camps (Boise, ID) The Cabin – Summer Writing Camps (Boise, ID) Discovery Center of Idaho – Summer Camps (Boise, ID) Idaho State University – Idaho Dinosaurs Field Camp (Pocatello, ID) Urban Air Adventure Park – Camp Urbie’s Adventure Camp (Meridian, ID) Magic Valley Summer Camps (Twin Falls, ID) Brave […]
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20+ Cool AI Tools You Should Totally Try
By Valerie Doherty, IDLA Communication & Brand Manager Let’s be real, AI is kind of everywhere right now. In fact, I recently attended a conference that had a heavy emphasis on using AI to enhance your production and help make everything more efficient. As you can see from the graphic above, it doesn’t always get […]
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Tech Moves Fast, But Teachers Move the Future
By Jeff Simmons, IDLA Superintendent Over the past few days, I have had the opportunity to attend the ASU + GSV Summit, one of the largest education technology conferences in the country. This conference is unique, because it is a convergence of technologists, looking to create technology tools that will support student learning, and the […]
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Breaking Barriers: How AI is Making Learning More Accessible
By Ashlee Kolar, IDLA Education Technology Engineer Accessibility isn’t a checkbox; it’s a mindset and something to work towards constantly. Making something accessible isn’t just about meeting a requirement; it’s about meeting learners where they are. Thanks to rapid innovations in AI, digital learning is becoming more inclusive, personalized, and effective. When we treat AI […]
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Idaho Schools Use AI for Smarter Learning
Across Idaho, from smaller districts like Fruitland to larger ones like West Ada, schools are stepping up to create smart, thoughtful policies for using AI in the classroom. With tools like ChatGPT becoming more common, educators are moving beyond the fear of cheating and starting to see how AI can personalize learning, boost creativity, and […]
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Site Coordinator Spotlight: Leanne Lewis
Learning Coach & Site Coordinator | O’Leary Middle School, Twin Falls Leanne Lewis wears many hats at O’Leary Middle School, serving as both a Site Coordinator and Learning Coach for IDLA students—and making a meaningful impact in each role. Nominated by her colleague Sharlee Hatch, Leanne was praised for her dedication to student success, her […]
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Behind the Screens: Meet Bianca Thompson, HR Specialist/Operations Support at IDLA
Hello! My name is Bianca, and I’ve been working at IDLA since September of 2020.After supporting students, parents, schools, and our amazing staff in my role as Operations Support, I’m excited to bring that experience to HR and lend a helping hand to Lesley Nickel, Senior HR Specialist! Unmuted: IDLA Q&A Q: What does a […]