Tag: goals
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What’s Next? Preparing for Summer Learning & The Road Ahead
When the school year ends, it can feel like learning hits pause. In reality, summer is an open door. With fewer schedules and more freedom, it becomes one of the best times for curiosity to grow in new directions. Learning over the summer doesn’t need to look like school. It shows up in small, meaningful […]
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Student Spotlight: Olivia Stivers
Olivia Stivers, a student at Pathways in Education in Nampa, is building her future through dedication and opportunity. She has completed 37 IDLA courses and is now taking her first dual-credit classes while balancing her passion for dance and her role as a teaching assistant. Her story shows what is possible when students have flexible […]
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Student Spotlight: Amanda Milton
From Caldwell, Idaho, to a Creative Future From her lifelong home in Caldwell, Idaho, Amanda Milton has grown up surrounded by family, creativity, and a strong sense of community. She enjoys all things related to the arts, loves baking and cooking, and is endlessly curious about niche topics that lead her down research rabbit holes, […]
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What In-House Curriculum Means for IDLA
At IDLA, our courses are built from the ground up by our own Content Development Team. This means we write all of our curriculum in-house instead of buying lessons from outside vendors. Every course is carefully designed by educators who understand Idaho students, Idaho schools, and Idaho standards. This hands-on approach allows us to create […]
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Rylee Walters – From Riggins, Idaho, to a Head Start on College
Growing up in Riggins, Idaho, a town of around 400 people nestled along the Salmon River, Rylee Walters has learned the value of community, hard work, and seizing every opportunity available to her. A student athlete and active leader at Salmon River High School, she fills her days with basketball, volleyball, track, 4-H, Student Council, […]
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A Year of Heart, Hard Work, and Hope
As this year comes to a close, one idea rises above the rest for the IDLA team: the heart of this organization is its people. Across every role and every region, staff shared how deeply they value the compassion and commitment they see each day. Communication Specialist Dani Leffler said it best: “This year reminded […]
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Rayne Martinez, Student Body President and Future Educator
From the small town of Kooskia, Idaho, to leading the student government at Lewis-Clark State College, Rayne Martinez’s journey is one of ambition, leadership, and lifelong learning. A graduate of Clearwater Valley High School, Rayne took advantage of opportunities through Idaho Digital Learning Alliance (IDLA) that set the foundation for her success in college and […]
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Student Spotlight: Carlos Escobedo
From Bruneau, Idaho, to a Future in Technology Carlos Escobedo, a senior at Rimrock Jr./Sr. High School in Bruneau, Idaho, has built an impressive foundation for his future in technology and leadership. As the first in his family to attend college, Carlos has already completed his cybersecurity certification through the College of Southern Idaho, before […]
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IDLA: Where Are They Now?
Katherine Billman, Air National Guard Veteran and Aspiring Holistic Health Practitioner By Dani Leffler, IDLA Communication Specialist From Idaho to the skies and soon overseas, Katherine Billman’s journey reflects independence, resilience, and a lifelong commitment to growth. A 2019 graduate of Middleton High School who completed her senior year online through IDLA, Katherine has pursued […]