Category: Blog
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Miles, Smiles, and the IDLA Coin
Oh, the IDLA coin, so shiny and bold,Set out for the summer, its story untold.From sun-splashed beaches to mountain highs,It yearns for adventures beneath open skies. It might hike trails through pine-scented air,Or snap pics with bison at parks way out there.It could ride in a kayak or sail on the sea,Or rest by a […]
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My Summer Was Educational and All I Got Was This Cookie Recipe
By Valerie Doherty, IDLA Communication & Brand Manager I know what you’re thinking: “Ugh, not another post about summer slide.” I get it. We literally just posted a list of summer camps at the beginning of the month (Educational & Enrichment Summer Camps in Idaho). And hey, summer is supposed to be your well-earned break! […]
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To the Class of 2025 – You Did It!
Dear Seniors,Congratulations! You’ve reached the finish line, and what a journey it has been. Whether you took just one class with IDLA or completed many, you showed grit, determination, and a drive to succeed. Online learning isn’t always easy—it takes discipline, time management, and the courage to learn in new ways. And you did it. […]
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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 […]