area’s first STEAM school, where science, technology, engineering, art, and math are intentionally integrated into all lessons across the curriculum. “We have a school where learning is guided by real-world problem-solving,” said Hemingway STEAM School Principal Tish Short. Hemingway students often work collaboratively across grade levels to explore concepts in math, science, language arts, and social studies that connect across subjects. For instance, a fall hike to Baker Lake gives students a chance to become scientists by making weather observations, measuring and examining trees, and then writing about their experience afterward. A few years ago, BCSD adopted a Social-Emotional Learning curriculum that promotes student health and well-being. “We recognize that a physically and emotionally healthy, nutritionally astute, and physically active child is more likely to be academically successful,” said Director of Teaching and Learning Angie Martinez. Teachers across the district integrate social-emotional skills throughout the school day. This might look like a structured lesson where students learn to recognize emotions in early elementary grades, or a stream-of-consciousness writing project followed by a small group discussion in high school. From beginning to end, the goal is to equip all students with the skills they need to flourish—both in school and outside of school. What’s the end result? Public and private education in Blaine County goes beyond expectations. All students are given opportunities to be inspired, engaged, educated, and empowered in ways that build exceptional adults.
ADDITIONAL SCHOOL RESOURCES PUBLIC EDUCATION Ernest Hemingway STEAM School 111 Eighth St. W. Ketchum, ID 83340 (208) 578-5050 hemingwayschool.org
Bellevue Elementary School 305 Fifth St. N. Bellevue, ID 83313 (208) 578-5080 bellevueelementary.org
Wood River High School 1250 Fox Acres Rd. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 578-5020 woodriverhigh.org
PRIVATE EDUCATION Sun Valley Community School (see images) 1 Community School Dr. Sun Valley, ID 83353 (208) 622-3955 communityschool.org
Silver Creek High School 1060 Fox Acres Rd. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 578-5060 silvercreekhigh.org
The Sage School 1451 Aviation Dr. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 788-0120 thesageschool.org
Carey Public School 20 Panther Ln. Carey, ID 83320 (208) 578-5040 careyk12.org
Trinity School 100 Mustang Ln. Bellevue, ID 83313 (208) 720-8784 themountainschool.info
Wood River Middle School 900 Second Ave. N. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 578-5030 woodrivermiddle.org
Pioneer Montessori School 211 Second Ave. S. Ketchum, ID 83340 (208) 726-9060 pioneermontessorischool.org
Hailey Elementary School 520 First Ave. S. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 578-5070 haileyelementary.org
Syringa Mountain School 4021 Glenbrook Dr. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 806-2880 syringamountainschool.org
BELOW: PHOTOS COURTESY OF BCSD
Alturas Elementary School 1111 Alturas Elementary Ln. Hailey, ID 83333 (208) 578-5090 alturaselementary.org
College of Southern Idaho College of Southern Idaho (CSI) operates a branch facility at the Community Campus in Hailey. Since 1985, CSI’s Blaine County Center has promoted higher education and lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. CSI students can work toward an associate degree, prepare to transfer to a four-year institution, gain skills for a career change, and explore new interests—all right here at home! (208) 788-2033, www.offcampus.csi.edu
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