Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchWhat’s the biggest misconception you’ve encountered regarding professional learning days?
As parents, you may wonder, why does West Ada have late start Wednesdays? Or what about those four professional learning days, and why do they happe…
1 year, 5 months ago
What is your top concern when it come to school safety?
It’s been a while since we’ve checked in with a pulse episode of the West Ada Podcast, but we’ve got some great things to report this week! The dist…
1 year, 5 months ago
What behaviors have you observed in your child, or their classmates, that may hinder learning?
Season 2 Episode 26
West Ada’s goal of remaining on the cutting edge of education is as strong as ever. One of the most recent examples of that is on display with the o…
1 year, 5 months ago
What assumptions do you have about "those kids" and the West Ada high school academies?
Season 2 Episode 25
Let’s be honest, “those kids” don’t have the greatest reputation – and that’s not fair. Students choose to attend West Ada’s alternative high school…
1 year, 6 months ago
What are the challenges that teachers face in the Treasure Valley?
Season 2 Episode 24
Mental health and teacher retention have been topics of conversation across the country the past few years. We’re joined by a father and son teachin…
1 year, 7 months ago
How well do you understand school district budgets that influence your child’s education?
Season 2 Episode 23
We all pay taxes. But are you aware of how our tax bill has gone down over the past 20 years, while the quality of education has improved in West Ad…
1 year, 7 months ago
How have you helped your child navigate high school and their senior year?
Season 2 Episode 22
The task of helping your student become career or college ready can seem overwhelming. There is A LOT to know and consider. Thankfully, we’ve got o…
1 year, 8 months ago
Where Do You Get Your Information? - A conversation with Idaho Education News
Season 2 Episode 21
Season two of the West Ada School District Podcast has arrived! We’re joined by Jennifer Swindell and Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News.
If you…
1 year, 8 months ago
Summertime Fun at Roaring Springs – A Conversation with West Ada Ready Students
Season 1 Episode 20
For the first time ever, the West Ada Podcast is on location! Thank you to our friends at Roaring Springs for hosting us. For many West Ada students…
1 year, 9 months ago
Great People, Great Environment, Great Leaders - A Conversation with Dr. Bub
Season 1 Episode 19
Another amazing school year recently ended. Superintendent Dr. Derek Bub joins us for a look back at the year that was and discusses what’s next for…
1 year, 10 months ago