April 1, 2026

Dear Families,

It has been an amazing year so far of getting to know your children, our amazing team, and so many of you. Thank you for sharing your families with us!

We have so much to look forward to for the end of the school year. Our 3rd - 6th graders will have a check point on their road to growth through ISAT testing this month. Please help them to get a good night's sleep and remember that the test is an opportunity to learn more about yourself. Encourage your kids to take an inquiry stance, and ask "What felt really good?" "What could I learn more about?"

Our 5th and 6th grade track team is already going strong, they will compete in three meets over the next few weeks and then move on to regionals, districts, and the city championship.

Finally, if you want to send appreciation to a Taft staff member consider sending them a tribute here. We use these to recognize staff every week!

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions, celebrations, or concerns.

Sincerely,

Amy Collinge

Principal & Lead Learner

Taft Elementary

Are you interested in how Taft will be sharing student learning with you next year? Our report card and grading practices are shifting, and our district is hosting information nights for the rest of the quarter. Please choose a time below that works for you!

Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by September 1? If you haven't already, it is time to register them for kindergarten! Please share this with friends and neighbors to help us reach more kindergartners. Please reach out to Mrs. Enrico (colista.enrico@boiseschools.org) with any questions or to schedule a registration appointment if you need assistance.

Please check in at the front office with your ID and then head to your child's playground! This is an easy way to get involved at school and help support positive play. Here are the recess times:

11:15-11:45 Kinder

11:30-12:00 4th/5th grade

11:45-12:15 1st grade

12:00-12:30 3rd grade

12:15-12:45 6th grade

12:45-1:00 2nd grade

Do you love working with a team? Are you looking for a way to give back to our community with a flexible schedule? We are always looking for qualified substitutes and interpreters! To apply to be a substitute in any area (classroom teacher, playground supervisor, special education assistant), please follow the instructions here. We now offer higher pay for substitutes serving in qualified special education positions. To join our team of interpreters please contact Diane Goicoechea-Price.

Here is an opportunity for in free person English language classes here in Boise.

Safety of our students and staff is our priority in the Boise School District. Part of that priority is our district-wide threat assessment process, and communicating this process to you. Please see this notification for more information on how we engage in the threat assessment process.