boise high activities
Kindness Week
Boise High Boosters
The Boosters is a volunteer organization open to parents, grandparents, alumni, and community of Boise High. Its purpose is to support the 3 A's: Academics, Activities & Athletics. Join at the link below.
Show Support for Staff via Appreciation Lunches
Please donate to the Boosters to provide lunch each month for our wonderful teachers and staff in appreciation of their hard work and dedication.
Thank you to our Boosters Corporate 'Brave' Level Sponsors!
Boosters Accepting Donations for Feb 22, 2025 Boise High Auction
If you or your business has an item or service to donate, please complete the form at the link below or contact the Boosters at boisehighboostersfundraising@gmail.com.
The Boise Brick House
club & community events
Step Up Boise Shoe Drive
Step Up Boise Shoe Drive started October 28 and will run through November 20th. Bring new socks or lightly used/new closed-toed shoes to the big red bins outside of room 422 and outside of the main offices. Thank you!
Help Our Boise Brave Stay Warm and Dry this Winter by Donating to AVID's Clothing Drive
Support Fundraiser for Special Olympics Unified Sports
Support Boise High's Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Fundraiser
Need ideas for holiday gifts? HOSA is selling fruit, cookies, and taking donations again this year to help with competition costs. Please check out the link below! We appreciate your support!
college and career center
Upcoming Events & College Rep Visits
- TOMORROW, Wed Nov 13, ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test administered right after lunch in the cafeteria
- Thu Nov 14, School of the Art Institute of Chicago @ lunch
- Tue Nov 19, Northwest Nazarene University @ lunch
- Wed Nov 20, University of Idaho @ lunch
Boise State Honors College Showcase TOMORROW, Nov 13, from 7-8:30 pm; Virtual Showcase Nov 18 from 7-8:30 pm
The in-person Honors College Showcase at Boise State University is happening on Wednesday, November 13th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. This in-person event is a great opportunity for students to learn about the unique experiences the Honors College offers. For those who cannot attend in person, there will also be a Virtual Honors College Showcase on Monday, November 18th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. This is a perfect option for students to explore everything the Honors College has to offer from the comfort of their home. More details and the registration form on the Honors College Showcase webpage at the link below.
St. Luke's Junior Volunteer Application Now Open
Senior Parents/Families, See Link Below for Info to "Hit the Ground Running" When FAFSA Opens Dec 1
Distinguished Young Women Program for Juniors
Zoo Teen Program Through Zoo Boise
Ski Team at Alfred University
FROM THE REGISTRAR
Information for Seniors, Class of 2025
Infinite Campus
If you need your password reset or need an activation code for Infinite Campus, please email me at michele.tinker@boiseschools.org. Parents: DO NOT use the student login or you will lock them out while in class
If your student needs a VOC (Verification of Compliance) for Driver's Ed, or other legal verification, please email me at michele.tinker@boiseschools.org
boise high counseling, social work, and nurse's office
Information on a wide range of services, resources, and programs can be found on the Boise High Student Services website
Annual Holiday Resource Guide
2024-25 Empowering Parents Program Grant Applications are Open
Online Documentary, "Like," About the Impact of Social Media on our Lives
Special Education Workshop TONIGHT, Nov 12
Grief Group Available at Children's Home Society of Idaho, Temporarily Located at 1750 West Front Street, Boise, 2nd Floor
Other Children's Home Society of Idaho Programs Available at the Meridian Location
arts at boise high
band photo courtesy of Michael Najera
performing arts
Support the Boise Orchestra at its Post Festival Concert on November 20 at 7 pm at the First Presbyterian Church on State
Speech & Debate Team Excel at Canyon County Classic
Celebrate Boise High Choir and its 50th Year Madrigal Dinner, with Performances on Dec 6 and 7 at Cathedral of the Rockies
This is the 50th anniversary year of the Boise High Choir Madrigal Dinner. Performances are December 6th and 7th at the Cathedral of the Rockies. For questions or to purchase tickets, please contact david.burton@boiseschools.org. Support our choir for this annual beloved Boise High tradition!
visual arts
literary arts
athletics
national letter of intent signing day tomorrow, Nov 13, from 12:15-12:45
Swim Team boys win state; girls take fourth!
support boise hockey at upcoming games @ Idaho Iceworld
- Thursday, 11/19- 8 pm
- Tuesday, 12/3- 7 pm
- Tuesday, 12/10- 8:30 pm
- Tuesday, 12/17- 7 pm
- Thursday, 12/19- 8 pm
open gym & tryout info for Boys basketball & wrestling
Boys basketball open gym tomorrow, Nov 13, from 6-7:30 PM. ALL are welcome. Tryouts will be this Friday from 3:30 to 5:30 in the tech gym, paperwork must be on file to participate. See Mr. Varela in room 510 for more information.
For anyone interested in wrestling - the season officially starts Monday November 18th with the first practice. There will be weight certifications for girls TODAY, Nov 12, and Boys this Thursday, Nov 14, in the BHS training room after school. Please see Coach Bousquet with any questions.
Support Brave Softball in its Sale of ID Badge Holders
The Boise Softball team is selling leather ID badge holders. Only $5. Find a softball player, or see Coach Ruffing if you're interested.
which office do you need at boise high?
Main office Amy Farrell is the Administrative Assistant to Principal Deborah Watts and does most of the communication for the school. Daily announcements are posted on our Boise High website. Each week you will receive an email with the Brave Weekly on Tuesdays with school information and updates as well, created by our wonderful Brave Booster Club. Every quarter we create a Newsletter [http://boise.boiseschools.org/our_school/newsletter] to highlight important upcoming information about school, what is happening with our clubs, activities, sports, academics, etc. Driver's Education forms can also be found at the Main Office. Please dial 208-854-4270 on the mainline to speak with Amy, leave a message for a teacher, or if you have general questions. She can also be reached by email at: amy.farrell@boiseschools.org. *For phone calls regarding Attendance or the Counselors, please see information below.
Nurse Our Nurse is Jennifer Howard, RN, and she can be reached at 208-854-5692 or by email: jennifer.howard@boiseschools.org
Attendance Molly Jacobs is our Attendance and Assistant Principal Administrative Assistant. Please call her for absences, Permission To Leave (PTL's), Independent Student forms, scheduling with Vice Principals, lost and found, or for Attendance Policy (http://boise.boiseschools.org/cms/one.aspx?pageId=2180061). She can be reached directly at 208-854-4274 or on the mainline at 208-854-4270, option 1. For PTL's or attendance email correspondence, please email: boiseattendance@boiseschools.org.
ASB Becky Fordham runs the ASB Office. There you can pay for student fees and activities, purchase brave gear and yearbooks. She is also available to answer questions about the Boise Webstore [https://webstores.activenetwork.com/school-software/boise_high_schooloki/index.php?l=product_list&c=featured]. Becky can be reached at 208-854-4291. Email: becky. fordham@boiseschools.org.
College/Career Counselor David Chehey runs the College/Career Counseling Center [Room 400]. David assists students with college planning, financial aid, scholarships and job/career readiness. He is also the testing coordinator for the AP Exams. Please see his website [https://sites.google.com/boiseschools.org/boisehighcollegecareer/home] for further information. He can be reached at 208-854-4285. Email: david.chehey@boiseschools.org.
Counselors Amber Rivera is the Administrative Assistant for the Counselors. To set up appointments with counselors and for questions about student schedules, please call her directly at 208-854-4283 or on the main line 208-854-4270, option 2. For mental health and parenting resources, please see the counseling website[https://sites.google.com/boiseschools.org/student-services-boise-high/home]. Email: amber.rivera@boiseschools.org
Registrar Michele Tinker is Boise High's Registrar. She can help with *Infinite Campus Parent Portal resets, *Enrollment Verifications (V.O.C.'s), *Transcripts from the current year, *Graduation Cap/Gown Information, and *Change of Address/Family Information. Michele can be reached at 208-854-4288. Email: michele.tinker@boiseschools. org
Sports Medicine/Athletic Training is led by Bailey Sloane and Rachael Crawford of St. Lukes. You can reach the Sports Medicine/Athletic Training office by calling 208-900-7207. They can assist you with physicals, Aktivate, athletic injuries and more. They are located in room 108C.
School Social Worker Our School Social Worker is Sherry Tipping, and she can be reached at 208-854-4290, via email at sherry.tipping@boiseschools.org, or by text (school hours only) at 208-907-6517. Ms. Tipping is here to support students with social/emotional needs, and offer small groups and resources as needed. Ms. Tipping is also available to families that are struggling and, if unable to help them directly, can link them to community resources. For students/families that are housing displaced, she can assist with school needs, transportation to/from school, school meals and accessing community resources. Please don't hesitate to reach out at any time with any questions or concerns.
Busing Info Durham School Services Bus Contractor 208-854-5230
brave weekly submissions
Is there something missing? If you have a new submission that deals with a Boise High club, activity, or sport - talk to your student's faculty advisor or coach about having it included in the Brave Weekly.
Deadline is noon on Monday. thebraveweekly@gmail.com
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