What are some common challenges students face when transitioning from middle school to high school, and what strategies can be used to help ease that transition? That’s what we’re discussing with Alison Terrill and Brigitte O’Brien.

Alison is a counselor at Lowell Scott Middle School; she has been helping kids navigate big changes for over two decades! Brigitte has been doing the same at Mountain View High School for the last 13 years. Our West Ada counselors fill countless roles, and they are here to help you figure out the best way for you and your children to make that next step with confidence and grace.

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Did you know our students have access to an ambulance simulator!? Well, they do, and today’s conversation with a pair of our Career & Technical Education (CTE) advocates takes place right in front of it! Join us in the health lab. That’s just one of the hands-on opportunities available to our CTE students.

William Schumaker is the director of Career & Technical Education, and Wendy Small is the CTE College & Career Counselor. If you’re wondering if one of West Ada’s CTE pathways is right for your child, you’re in the right place for answers.

For a comprehensive look at Career & Technical Education in West Ada, start here.

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There is an invisible problem in West Ada, and our social workers are on the front lines of addressing it. Some facts: over 845 students are experiencing homelessness throughout the district, and 24% of our students experience financial hardship.

Today, we're joined by Shannon Shayne, our Community Schools Lead, and Anne Edwards, a district social worker, who shed light on these crucial aspects of our district.

It's inspiring to learn how our social work team works tirelessly to support our students' social-emotional needs and creates a bridge between families, schools, and community resources – holistic support is key.

To learn more about the role of school social workers, click here.

To discover the impact of community schools in West Ada, click here.

For more on community resources, click here…

www.Findhelpidaho.org

https://211.idaho.gov/.

https://idahofoodbank.org/getfood/

To hear how the West Ada Education Foundation helped one of our homeless students, click here.

Or for more on Ruby’s story click here.

To learn about Avenues for Hope, click here.

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Remember, our social workers and community schools are here to support you. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need assistance.

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