Boise School District says it will allow "Everyone is Welcome Here" signs, despite new law

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Boise School District says it will allow "Everyone is Welcome Here" signs, despite new law

The district sent out a memo to families on Thursday that they will "continue to support teachers who choose to display" the sign


Photo by: Allie Triepke, Idaho News 6

By: KIVI Staff
Posted 4:21 PM, Jul 10, 2025

BOISE, Idaho — The Boise School District says signs with the words "Everyone is Welcome Here" can still be displayed by teachers in the district, despite a new law that restricts what can be shown in Idaho schools.

On July 1, Idaho House Bill 41 went into effect, which is meant to "ensure that flags and banners displayed on public school property do not promote political, religious, or ideological viewpoints." Just days before, the Idaho Department of Education, which controls enforcement of the new law, released guidance to all Idaho schools on how to remain compliant with H.B. 41.

"Under the new law, many flags and banners, including Pride Flags, will not be able to be displayed in our schools," the Boise School District told its staff in a recent memo. "If you are thinking about other ways to make your space feel safe and welcoming for all students, please reach out to your administrator."

The new law comes months after the West Ada School District faced controversy over telling one of its teachers to remove a poster from her classroom that read "Everyone is Welcome Here." Sarah Inama, the teacher in question, has since resigned from her position with West Ada.

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