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Look at this NASA program!
Idaho high school juniors will have the opportunity to take a special STEM class that could result in their having an opportunity to visit the NASA Ames Research Center next summer and meet top NASA scientists and engineers.
Registration will be open from September 2 - November 18, 2016, for the Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars program, a cooperative program of the Idaho State Department of Education and NASA.
To apply, students must:
- Be a U.S. citizen and Idaho resident.
- Be a current high school junior with an interest in STEM.
- Have a minimum GPA of 2.7.
- Be at least 16 years of age by July 1, 2017.
- Commit to all aspects of the Idaho Science and Aerospace Scholars program.
- Have internet access and e-mail (home, school, or public library).
For more information, please visit the department’s ISAS program website at http://www.sde.idaho.gov/academic/science/isas.html
Boise Code Camp is March 18th, 2017
Come join us for Boise's #1 technical event. Boise Code Camp is a free event for developers, hardware geeks, and the curious to come and learn from their peers. We'll even have free breakfast and lunch! Interested? Learn more about Code Camp! And don't get lost the day of the event—read up on where we'll be.
Don't like long lines at registration? Neither do we! For speed and convenience we're handling registration online. Don't forget to bring your ticket to the event.
When the day of the event arrives we will have a full days worth of sessions ranging from databases, the latest development languages, mobile technologies, and much more. You want to see a session on that new technology you've been working with? Submit your own session! We can't do Code Camp without passionate people like you to speak.
Do you have young coders? Are you a young person interested in technology? Boise Code Camp has an all-day track of coding and technology sessions aimed at youth ages 6 to 16.
If you like the idea of a free training event and you'd like to support Boise Code Camp, then take a look at the benefits you will get from becoming a sponsor.
Code Camp is run by volunteers. Without volunteers a free event like this one cannot succeed. Whether you have a little or a lot of time to volunteer, we still need you. Here is more information.
Boise Code Camp is foremost a community event. Most of our speakers and volunteers are also active in other community groups. Connect with a group and continue the learning all year long.
Come join us!
Graduation Information!
Class of 2017 Graduation Information:
The day is almost here when you will be walking across the stage to receive your high school diploma from Idaho Virtual Academy. We have some important details to help you and your family make plans.
IDVA will hold three formal graduation ceremonies across the state at the end of May and beginning of June. You may choose which ceremony you would like to participate in. Many students outside of the Treasure Valley have asked if they can participate in their local ceremony and then travel to the Nampa ceremony. That would be great! You can choose which ceremony (or ceremonies) you participate in, but we do need to know what your plans are so we can confirm the reservation size and order enough food! Please see dates and times below.
North Idaho
- Schuler Performing Arts Center, Coeur d'Alene
- 2:30 pm - Rehearsal
- 6:00 pm - Graduation Ceremony
- Reception Immediately Following
Treasure Valley
- NNU Brandt Center, Nampa
- 2:00 pm - Rehearsal
- 6:00 pm - Graduation Ceremony
- Reception Immediately Following
Southeast Idaho
- Hillcrest High School Auditorium, Ammon
- 2:30 pm - Rehearsal
- 6:00 pm - Graduation Ceremony
- Reception Immediately Following
More answers to your graduation questions:
What color are the caps and gowns and how do I get them? Caps and Gowns are purple. The cap, gown, and tassel package costs $50. This will include shipping and handling fees. You will place the order online and the materials will be shipped to your home. After the caps and gowns have been ordered, no refunds are available if you decide not to participate. Ordering will begin on or near February 1st. You will receive information via your school email about this. If you would like to donate your cap or gown, please let your counselor know. We use donated sets for students to borrow if they cannot afford their own. If you are in need of borrowing a cap and gown, please contact your counselor.
What should I wear the day of graduation? You may dress casually for the rehearsal. For the ceremony, plan to wear dress clothes under your gown. Remember also, to iron your gown before you come to the ceremony!! Honor chords will be worn by students that have an accumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. You will pick up your Honor chords at the graduation.
I am a talented musician. Can I play at graduation? Yes! We have a selection committee to review all of the entrants. You need to select a song (the one that you want to play or sing at the graduation ceremony) and make a recording of you playing or singing that song. Submit it to Mrs. Lecertua prior to March 1. Duets and ensembles are also encouraged to try out!
Can I order invitations? Yes! You are welcome to design your own invitations or order them from Jostens at the same place you order your caps and gowns. You can also order class rings, sweatshirts, thank you notes, etc., from this site if you would like.
Can I invite anyone that I want to the ceremony? Yes! You have worked very hard to get to this point and we want you to invite your friends and family to celebrate with you. All that we ask is that you complete the senior survey (see above) and list the maximum number of people you are bringing with you. This will help us make sure that we have enough seats for everyone!
Will my teachers be at graduation? Yes! For each ceremony, the IDVA teachers in your area will attend, along with the principal, counselors, and head of school.
What if I am graduating early, or late? Students who are completing graduation requirements between November 2016 to June 2017, are eligible to participate in this ceremony. Students are only eligible to participate in commencement if they have completed all graduation requirements. Summer graduates, or students with outstanding requirements (ex: College Entrance Exam), will not be eligible to participate. If your graduation plan involves completion of any 2017 summer school credits, please speak with your counselor about the possibility of participating in the 2018 commencement and when you may expect your high school diploma.
What if I am taking a college course or a correspondence course this year that I need for graduation? You must request official paperwork be sent to IDVA and we must receive it prior to May 15 to be eligible to receive your diploma at the graduation ceremony.
Will there be a slideshow with senior pictures at graduation? Yes! Mr. Wood and his team will be working on this for us! The slide show will have one baby picture and one current picture that you submit. Email your pictures to cwood@idahova.org.
What about getting my senior picture in the yearbook? The IDVA yearbook will include full color portraits for all seniors. You are not required to have professional photos taken, however. Here are your options:
- IDVA School Photo. Check the IDVA Intelligence Newsletter to see when
- school pictures will be taken in your area.
- Personal Portrait. You may take your own photo in a setting of your choice, like your backyard, by a river or lake, etc. The photo should show at least your head and shoulders. If you take your own photo it must be 300 ppi resolution or higher and must be at least three inches in width.
- Professional Portrait. If you have senior photos taken by a professional photographer, please make sure that they supply electronic images to you (burned to a CD). Save the electronic file you want to your computer so it can be sent to the Yearbook staff.
Email your photos to Mr. Wood at cwood@idahova.org. Please submit them as soon as possible.
Will there be a senior party?
Idaho Virtual Academy is not going to host a senior party. We will, however, have
a reception for graduates and guests at each site after the ceremony. After the reception, you are welcome to celebrate with your family and friends however you would like to.
What else do I need to do? First, complete the online senior survey (link listed above) and keep working hard in your classes! You will most likely have to pass every class on your schedule in order to graduate. Then, please make sure to notify your counselor of any schol-arships you have accepted. We like to include that information in the program,. In the grad-uation program we will be listing what you plan to do after high school and what scholar-ships you have received.
What if I have other questions? You are always welcome to contact your counselor, Mark Rodel or Jessica Lecertua (VHS Students), or Jesse Altsuler (Idaho Vision Students) at any time. We would love to help you in any way that we can!
- Mr. Rodel (A-K) mrodel@idahova.org, (208) 715-1760
- Mrs. Lecertua (L-Z) jlecertua@idahova.org, (208) 954-1675
- Mr. Altsuler- j(Vision HS) jaltsuler@idahova.org, (208) 277-4652
Seniors, Complete Your FAFSA Applications!
Attention Seniors! Have you completed your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) yet? The application portal is now open! Go to fafsa.ed.gov to complete your registration right now. Completing your FAFSA registration opens the door to other scholarships and grant money. Most colleges require completion of the FAFSA before awarding their own school funded scholarships or grants. FAFSA registration is the first step to finding money for college. Please register today!
How to reach IDVA
Email: info@idahova.org
Website: idva..k12.com
Location: 1965 South Eagle Road, Meridian, ID, United States
Phone: 208.322.3559