Day: August 26, 2013

Nampa teacher turnover rate at 23 percent

As the Nampa School District begins its 2013-14 school year and attempts to wipe out a $5 million shortfall, the teacher turnover rate appears to be even heavier than district administrators or union leaders expected.

New year brings improved standards

Transitioning to these higher standards will be hard work in the initial years, but we all recognize it is the best thing for Idaho’s students and the future of our great state.

Tuesday is a big day for students … and teachers

First day of school stirs emotions for kids and adults