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28 IDEA Schools Named to AP School Honor Roll

IDEA Public Schools is pleased to announce that 28 IDEA schools were named to the AP School Honor Roll!  The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access. Schools earn this distinction annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing their school’s college-going culture […]

Teaching Scholar Safety Through National School Bus Safety Week

From October 21-25, IDEA Public Schools will be celebrating National School Bus Safety Week. Our Transportation team will be joining the U.S Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) safety initiative to educate our scholars, staff, and families about the importance of school bus safety. This year’s theme, according to the National Association […]

Celebrating Afterschool Programs in the Rio Grande Valley 

IDEA scholars, parents, and community leaders from the IDEA Rio Grande Valley region are rallying for afterschool programs this month as part of Lights On Afterschool. This national event celebrates the achievements of afterschool programs and draws attention to the need to serve the millions of children who are unsupervised each weekday afternoon.    Lights On […]

Farm-to-School Success at IDEA Child Nutrition Program Farms

Over the past decade, the farm-to-school movement has exploded across the United States, reaching millions of students in all 50 states, Washington, D.C. and U.S. Territories. From school gardens and farm field trips to local food on cafeteria trays, farm-to-school practices helps students learn where their food comes from and encourages them to make healthier […]

Thank You, Facilities Team and Family Members

Earlier this month, IDEA Public Schools celebrated Facilities Appreciation Day. Our campuses and HQ offices proudly recognized nearly 600 Team and Family members who are part of this outstanding department. The Facilities team consists of custodians, facilities managers, regional managers, and our national team. They work hard and sweat the small stuff to ensure our […]