important upcoming dates
- TOMORROW, Mar 11 - Summit
- Mar 16-20 - Spring Break
- April 8 - SAT Day
- April 11 - Prom
- May 4-8, 11-15 - AP Testing
- May 20 - Graduation Day
To view daily & upcoming events at Boise High, visit the daily announcements in the link below
Boise High happenings are also found at these Instagram profiles: boise_brave, boisehighbrave, mrs.tetrick, boisehighavid, boise.high.boosters; and at the Boise Brave Family Facebook page, www.facebook.com/BoiseHighBraveFamily
bell schedule
Boise High, club & community events
Boise High Summit TOMORROW March 11
Boise High Summit is an annual, AVID-sponsored, student-led, one-day event at Boise High focused on inquiry-based learning, where students showcase research, passions, and special skills through short presentations or workshops throughout the day.
Support BHS: Mark Your Calendars and Reserve Your Tickets for a Private Concert with David Andrews Before They're Gone!
Enjoy a special evening with fellow BHS families at a private concert in the Boise Hills with the David Andrews Band (Americana Roots Rock). A member of the national music scene for more than 30 years, David has shared the stage with such acts as Jimmy Cliff, Train, Sarah McLachlan, Indigo Girls, Jethro Tull and many more! Co-founder and lead singer of former Portland-based jam band, CALOBO, David now calls Boise home and is a BHS Parent.
The show will take place on Sunday, June 14th, from 6-8pm at a private residence in the Boise Hills. Tickets are $100 each and there will only be 150 tickets sold. Bring your own low-back chair and a picnic to snack on. Beverages will be provided!
This was a VERY popular event last year so buy your tickets now and encourage friends to do the same.
Thank you to David Andrews and Emily Allen for hosting this amazing event again to benefit BHS! Click here for more information and to reserve your spot today!
ACHD Construction Update for Areas Around Boise High
ISAT Testing for Juniors March 24-26
The Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) is an annual statewide and state-mandated/required assessment for all Juniors to measure proficiency in Math, English Language Arts (ELA), and Science based on Idaho content standards. Testing will take place March 24th through 26th (see schedule below). Additional details about ISAT testing will be reviewed with Juniors in their English classes.
The Boise Brick House
college and career center
Mr. Chehey, College/Career Counselor, AP Coordinator, Room 400
Upcoming Events/College Visits
- Free Webinar: 🎓 Discover London Met: How to apply to a UK university from North America
🗓 TODAY, Tuesday, 10 March 2026 🕒 3:00 PM PT | 4:00 PM MT | 5:00 PM CT | 6:00 PM ET 📍 Online | Free to attend 🔗 Event link
- Free webinar, "Secrets of Financial Aid," featuring a panel of experts from Boston University, Colby College, and DePauw University TODAY, Mar 10, 2026 6:00 PM MDT https://niche.wistia.com/
- Thu, Mar 12 is the final day to order an AP exam; students can check their individual CollegeBoard/my AP account to verify that they have signed up. Also, they should be requesting funds in their Advanced Opportunity/Fast Forward account. Last, there is a $40 drop/cancel exam fee from now on.
- Parents and students are invited to the NACAC Virtual College Fair happening on Sunday, March 15 from 1- 6 p.m. ET. The virtual fair provides students with the wonderful chance to connect with hundreds of colleges and universities, all from the comfort of their home. Plus, it is completely free. https://go.nacacnet.org/
- Tue, Mar 17, 6pm, West Point Admissions Event @ Len B Jordan Bldg Suite 307. See flyer below for more info & to register.
- Service Academy Days - Our Idaho Congressional Delegation is hosting Service Academy Days again this year. Treasure Valley Option: Saturday, March 21: Service Academy Day Meridian, Meridian City Hall (33 E. Broadway Ave) from 1-3 pm MT
- "Choose the U" -- University of Utah's admitted student event is March 25th downtown; see flyer below to register and for more info.
- SAVE THE DATE: Wed, April 8th [in addition to being the SAT School Day for all juniors], please join Mr. Chehey for a "College 101 Info/Planning" Night, @6p in the Auditorium. Geared primarily to junior parents, all are invited!
from the registrar
Infinite Campus
Do you need help with your Infinite Campus account? Please email me at heather.torigian@boiseschools.org and I can assist you with a password reset or an activation link.
Verification of Compliance (VOC) for the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Verification of Compliance for the Department of Motor Vehicles can be requested by emailing me at heather.torigian@boiseschools.org. Completed VOC's can be picked up by your student in the Staff Services offices across from the Main Office. We don't email or fax the DMV this form, but students can also request it in person.
arts & activities
Background credit, Cadence Roser's Logo for BHS Summit on March 11
Performing Arts
Boise High Orchestra Spring Concert TONIGHT @ 7 pm @ First Presbyterian Church Downtown
Boise High Spring Guitar Concert TONIGHT @ 7 pm in the Boise High Auditorium
Boise High Speech & Debate Sends Two to State
Boise High's Speech & Debate team demonstrated their excellence in districts last week. In Public Forum, Lilee Litster and Olivia Judah went undefeated and are headed to state! State competition is this weekend at Columbia High School.
Boise High Mock Trial Team Rocks Regional Competition
Visual Arts
literary arts
Submissions for 2026's Rosasharn: Suburban Cryptids Due This Friday, March 13
athletics
Background photo credit, @boisehighbaseball
For results and photo/video coverage, check the Instagram profile for each sport or @boisehighathletics and @najera.sports
Girls Basketball Raises $7,600 at Annual Pink Out Game; Presents Check to Flock Cancer Idaho
Boise High Girls Basketball, at their annual Pink Out game in January, raised $7,600 for Flock Cancer Idaho! Head Coach Seth Newville presented founder of Flock Cancer, Leslie Scantling, with the $7,600 check. Girls Basketball is proud to support this local organization and raise awareness for breast cancer.
College Commitment & Signing Day - April 15
Boys Rugby Club
Fort Boise Rugby Club began their season playing at the Rugby Idaho Jamboree on Saturday against Owyhee, Rocky Mountain, Meridian, and Coeur d'Alene. Their next match is this Friday against Middleton at Victory Middle School at 6pm. See the link below for Rugby's schedule.
First Home SOFTBALL Game of the Season This Thursday, March 12, 5 pm, @ Mountain Cove Field vs Capital
Recaps
Support Brave Softball at Their March 25 Chipotle Fundraiser
Schedule
First Varsity TENNIS Matches of the Season TOMORROW, 4 pm, at Home (Fort Boise Courts) vs Capital and Thurs, March 12, @ Meridian
First TRACK & FIELD Meet This Friday @ Home vs Ridgevue @ 3 pm
First BASEBALL Game TOMORROW, March 11, vs Capital (Away)
GIRLS VARSITY LACROSSE Plays Middleton (Away) This Thursday, March 12
FIRST VARSITY GAME THIS THURSDAY! Thursday 3/12/26 - 7:30pm AWAY vs. Middleton MARK YOUR CALENDAR - - EUREKA GIVE BACK DAY! Save the date for the first WEDNESDAY after Spring Break. Eat at Eureka! (800 W. Idaho St.) March 25, 2026 to support the GIRLS & BOYS Lacrosse Clubs. A portion of your order - any meal all day, will be donated to Boise High Lacrosse!
BOYS LACROSSE Plays Vallivue (Away) TOMORROW, March 11
Boise Brave Dance Team Hosts Clinic
The Brave Dance Team is hosting a clinic for kids 5+ on April 3rd, and the participants will perform at the team's Spring Show on April 4th! Sign up information is on the flyer below.
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 (PTLs), 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 PTLs or attendance email correspondence, please email: molly.jacobs@boiseschools.org.
ASB Amber Bennett 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]. Amber can be reached at 208-854-4291. Email: amber.bennett@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 Tosha Anderson is the Administrative Assistant for the counselors, IDLA Coordinator and handles new student registration. 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: tosha.anderson@boiseschools.org.
Registrar Heather Torigian 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. Heather can be reached at 208-854-4288. Email: heather.torigian@boiseschools. org
Sports Medicine/Athletic Training is led by Bailey Sloane and Morgan Bengtzen. You can reach the Sports Medicine/Athletic Training office by calling 208-854-4775. 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
Boise Brave Family Facebook Page! We're looking for fans to cover sports/activities on our Facebook page. Do you like sharing photos, scores, events, or Instagram posts? Then we'd love your help keeping our community in the loop and celebrating our BRAVE students! If you follow a team or activity, you're perfect for this! Students are welcome too. Please message our Facebook page at the link below if you're willing to cover one or more of the following: School news from Instagram & emails, including news from student leadership & Boosters; Performing, visual, or literary arts: band, orchestra, choir, theater, speech/debate, mock trial, painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, newspaper (Boise Highlights), yearbook (Courier), literary newsletter (Rosasharn); Sports: golf, soccer, mtn biking, cheerleading, dance, cross country, football, swimming, volleyball, lacrosse, rugby, basketball, wrestling, baseball, softball, tennis, track & field.
Credits:
Created with images by Valerie - "Downhill foothills trail in Boise, Idaho at sunset" • Travelanza - "Scenic wintery fall season landscape view of Boise River with golden brown brush and trees in greenbelt outdoor nature park of Idaho, USA"