The Mission of the Idaho State Department of Education is to promote a thorough system of public education by providing leadership and consultation to school districts, the public, and partner agencies. The State Department of Education will assist in delivering excellent programs and services, leading to success for all learners and meeting the letter and spirit of relevant laws, rules, and regulations. The focus of the State Department of Education is to promote best teaching practices that lead to high academic achievement for all students. The contents of this document include the following: (1) Summary; (2) Northwest Exemplary Program Recognition; (3) Merit School Recognition; (4) Current and Past Status of All School Types; (5) Alternative Secondary Schools; (6) State Educational Institutions; (7) All Public School Listing--By School District; (8) Non-Public, Special Purpose, Supplemental & Distance Education Schools; (9) Elementary Advisory Accreditation Committee List; (10) Secondary State/Northwest Advisory Accreditation Committee List; and (11) Idaho's Annual State and Northwest Accreditation Report Form.