05/13/2026
🎓Congratulations to our Ustick Senior Class of 2026!🎓
It feels like just yesterday you were sitting in our classes, walking through the school, and playing on the playground. Now, you're walking across the stage graduating high school and moving on to new adventures.
It was such an inspiring day for the younger students to cheer on this amazing group of seniors for their grad walk. We wish all the seniors of 2026 good luck and a huge congratulations on completing this milestone. 👏🎉
04/28/2026
Our very own Miss Lake is featured in this article from Boise State!
We are so fortunate to have Miss Lake as one of our first grade teachers and as one of the district's Rookie of the Year!
Boise State alumni sweep local awards for first-year teachers
Each year, principals in the West Ada School District nominate outstanding first-year teachers based on...
04/24/2026
Congratulations to Aisley Hatch and her art piece titled “Statue of Liberty”
She was chosen as Ustick Elementary’s School Choice Award Winner from our Ustick Elementary Art Show. Aisley will represent Ustick at the West Ada School Elementary Art Show and Awards Reception on Thursday, April 23rd 2026.
This year’s theme was “From Sea to Shining Sea: A 250-Year Journey.” Aisley’s art will be prominently displayed at the District Service Center for one year.
Way to go Aisley!
04/22/2026
Help to celebrate your child's teacher with a special note or story for Teacher Appreciate Week, coming up in May! ✍️
Fill | Teacher Appreciation - Spread the Love!
Is there a particular teacher that has gone above and beyond in your, or your student's, life? We want to know about it! Please respond to this brief survey to tell us all about a teacher you really appreciate. Note: you can respond to this survey multiple times if you have multiple teachers to....
04/06/2026
It's that time of year!! Students in grades 3-5 will be starting their ISAT testing this week!
All assessments will start at 9:30am. Please have students to school on time to prevent disruptions to the testing environments and so that students are relaxed before they test.
Ways to help students prepare for testing:
▶Encourage students to get a good night's sleep
▶Eat a nutritious breakfast
▶Wear comfortable clothing
▶Be on time to school
▶Normal morning routine
▶Encourage your child to do their best
04/01/2026
🎉🎉Happy Paraprofessionals Day to our amazing Paras! You help make Ustick an amazing school and our students love each and every one of you!
Thank you for all you do!! ♥️
🌟Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day!🌟
We are incredibly grateful to the paraprofessionals across our district who provide invaluable support to our teachers and are dedicated to the success of every student.📚
Thank you for all that you do! Be sure to thank a paraprofessional at your school.💙💛
03/25/2026
🎉Woo hoo! Miss Bentzen, Mrs. Alarcon, and Miss Regino earned $274 through the Idaho Scratch for Schools! 🎉
03/19/2026
Running out of ideas to entertain the kids during spring break?
Head on down to POJOs for a Ustick Fundraiser night!! Entertain the kids AND support our school!
When: Tonight 3/19 from 5-8pm
(Be sure you tell them you are there for Ustick!)
03/07/2026
Congratulations Miss Lake for being one of the elementary Rookies of the Year for the district!! We are so fortunate to have you as one of our 1st Grade teachers! 🎉👏
03/05/2026
Congratulations to Mrs. Cota for receiving a grant from the Idaho Cap Ed Foundation. She is so excited to be able to purchase novel studies for her students to enjoy!! 📚