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We're thrilled to announce the Idaho Charter School Associations (ICSA) new Executive Director, Nanette Lehman - Merrill. For more information about the Idaho Charter School Association and Idaho’s public charter schools, please visit: idahocharters.org.

"ICSA seeks to fill a gap in Idaho," Nanette Merrill said. "Most states with charter schools have an association where member schools come together for peer support and advocacy." idahoednews.org/news/new-idaho…

Check out this video from the U.S. Department of Education featuring American Heritage Charter School (AHCS) in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Led by Dr. Tiffnee Hurst, AHCS is a mission-driven school rooted in American principles, character education, and academic excellence. vimeo.com/1084378824

Thank you to the UAPCS for the warm welcome at your conference last week! We spent two days learning, connecting, and celebrating the public charter school community.

Congratulations to North Star Charter School on the grand opening of your high school and merger with Rolling Hills- the first ever merger between two public charter schools in the Gem State.

There's so much amazing work happening right here in Idaho and we're honored to be a part of it!

Congratulations to Alturas International Academy, who recently broke ground on their third location in Rigby! eastidahonews.com/2025/08/changi…

Great news for Idaho families! The 2024-2025 Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) results show that Idaho public charter schools are leading the way in academic performance statewide. idahoednews.org/news/isat-top-…

ICSA recently had the pleasure of joining Norwood Development Group, Colorado Schools Fund, and the Legacy Institute who came to learn more about Idaho’s strong public charter school partnerships with community businesses and financial investors!

Congratulations, Doral Academy of Idaho, for their extraordinary academic growth on the 2025 ISATs! #IdahoCharterSchools #StudentAchievement #ExcellenceInEducation

ICSA is on the road in Eastern Idaho! Yesterday we visited Alturas Int’l, Alturas Prep, & White Pine Charter - 3 incredible schools with inspiring stories of growth, innovation & resilience. #IdahoCharters #SchoolChoice

On the road more in Eastern Idaho! Inspired by Monticello Montessori’s 'moose-side' learning, Taylor’s Crossing’s 95% IRI proficiency, & Elevate Academy’s hands-on service (yes, with a slide!). #IdahoCharterSchools #SchoolChoice #ICSA

Inspired by more of Eastern Idaho’s charters: Blackfoot Charter (with a thriving orchestra), The Academy (20 yrs strong, now 800+ students), & Pocatello Community (adventure + academics, even K campers!). Proud of Idaho charter excellence!

It was an honor to connect with Idaho Charter Commission Chair Alan Reed, who’s dedicated to strong school choice for families. Plus, Reed’s Dairy grilled ham & cheese = perfection! 🥪🐄

This week, ICSA joined education advocates from across the nation at the PIE Network Summit—sharing ideas, celebrating progress, and strengthening our collective commitment to putting students first. #PIENetwork #CharterSchools #StudentSuccess #IdahoCharterSchools

ICSA is so grateful to have other organizations in Idaho like Bluum, creating and supporting more high-quality choice options for students and families.

ICSA had the privilege of visiting incredible public charter schools in Northern Idaho—Moscow Charter, Palouse Prairie, and Elevate Academy North. From STEM innovation to community expeditions and CTE entrepreneurship, these schools are shaping Idaho’s future leaders!

ICSA spent more time up North visiting exceptional public charter schools—where the bar keeps rising! From Hayden Canyon’s hands-on, inquiry-based learning to North Idaho STEM’s top-ranked academics, innovation is alive in Idaho.

ICSA wrapped up its time in North Idaho visiting three standout public charter schools—Forrest M. Bird, Kootenai Classical, and Kootenai Bridge—each uniquely inspiring, from moose “lockdowns” 🫎 to classical excellence 🏐 to a beagle named Oakley 🐶.