Life after high school can feel exciting—but also a little scary—for both students and families. My goal is to make that transition easier and help students feel confident about their next steps.

It has been so fun to see so many students thinking about their future and how they can set themselves up now for success later! We have a vareity of options to help you explore!

Mark your calendars—this year’s event will be bigger and better than ever!

Rep your support with our new First Responder & Military Appreciation gear featuring an all-new t-shirt design for 2025!

🛍️ Order online before Sept. 8 for delivery before the game!

🩶 Gray t-shirts will also be sold during lunch the week of the game and at the game (while supplies last).

Special Attractions: Black Hawk helicopter, pregame ceremony, military & first responder vehicles, food trucks, and more!

📧If you know a first responder or military member, please share this invitation with them or have them email abauer@kunaschools.org for more details.

Let’s fill the stands with appreciation—and matching gear!

Kimberly Gratiot’s career journey proves that it’s never too late to change your path—or create a brand-new one. After starting out in the fast-food industry, where she became a General Manager at a young age and built a successful 13-year career, Kimberly made a bold decision: she left her job to pursue higher education as a first-generation, non-traditional, single mom student.

Unsure at first what career to pursue, she explored multiple majors before discovering her passion for sociology. Kimberly earned her Bachelor of Science in Sociology and later completed a Master’s in Educational Leadership: Higher Education in 2023.

After graduating, she began working at Idaho State University in the School of Nursing as an Administrative Assistant—a role that quickly grew into academic advising for pre-nursing students. “I love working with students and helping them find their pathway to a career,” Kimberly says. “Watching the dreams and goals of students become reality when they walk across the stage and receive their diploma is the most rewarding part of my work.”

In 2024, Kimberly became the Undergraduate Program Manager for the School of Nursing, overseeing everything from advising and class scheduling to coordinating clinical rotations. She credits her success to strong communication skills, a willingness to listen, and the perseverance she developed as a single parent balancing school, work, and family life.

Kimberly encourages current KHS students to embrace uncertainty: “It’s okay to not know what you want to do right now. Take time to figure out what makes you happy and pursue that. And remember—it’s never too late to change your path.”

Outside of work, Kimberly enjoys hiking, camping, paddleboarding, and exploring Idaho’s great outdoors. Her personal motto? “Work hard, stay humble.”

TRIO Educational Talent Search (ETS) is a federally funded program that helps students in grades 9–12 explore and prepare for college and career opportunities. ETS provides free support with academic planning, college applications, financial aid (including FAFSA), scholarships, and career exploration.

All students are encouraged to apply! Just note that if you don’t meet the initial qualifications, you may be waitlisted until space becomes available.

Tia Short is our TRIO representative and is available at KHS on Tuesday afternoons and all day Fridays to help students and families get started. If you have more questions about TRIO, please reach out to Tia at tshort@boisestate.edu

or call/text 208-890-9441.

The Boise Metro Chamber’s Leadership Boise Academy (LBA) is looking for motivated 11th-grade students ready to grow as leaders and make a difference in their community!

If you’re a current junior who wants to:

…then this program is for you!

Kick-Off Event: Saturday, January 10, 2026 (Mandatory)

Graduation: May 2026

This is your chance to grow as a leader while experiencing what makes our community thrive—all for free!

Learn more and apply at Leadership Boise Academy Website or reach out to:

Seniors and their family are invited to join the College of Western Idaho (CWI) on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 4–7 p.m. at the Nampa Campus Academic Building, Room 201 (5500 E. Opportunity Dr., Nampa).

Get free help completing your FAFSA, enjoy pizza and drinks, and be entered to win a $1,000 CWI Scholarship!

Important: You do not need to be planning to attend CWI to participate—this event is open to all students.

Need more help? Visit any CWI One Stop Student Services location or schedule an appointment through CWI’s bookings page.

*This event is not sponsered by Kuna School District. Students are responsible for their own registration, travel, and accomodations.

Next Step Idaho is a one-stop resource for students and families exploring life after high school. From career exploration and college planning to financial aid and scholarships, the site offers tools, guides, and information to help students make informed decisions and take actionable steps toward their future. Regularly visiting Next Step Idaho ensures families stay up-to-date on opportunities, deadlines, and resources to support postsecondary success.

These scholarships are exclusively for Kuna High School students and will be awarded in May during Senior Awards Night.

Click here to explore scholarships based on:

The FAFSA, or Free Application for Federal Student Aid, is a form that students in the United States fill out to apply for financial aid to help pay for college or career school. It determines eligibility for various types of aid, including federal grants, loans, and work-study programs. 

The FAFSA form will open on October 1, 2025 for students to complete for the 2026/2027 school year. We will work on this together during Application Day.

Set up a meeting with the College & Career team to discuss you or your student's specific goals.