Day: June 17, 2015

Education department to audit teacher evaluations

Tim Corder says state officials may recommend replacing evaluations as an accountability tool connected to teacher pay and the Legislature’s career ladder.

Teacher helps student make Iowa dream trip come true

Paul Cortez has always wanted to attend the University of Iowa. His wish has come true in part because of hard work and also because of a devoted teacher.

Idaho’s ‘candyman’ doubles as a school trustee

Dave Wagers likes to call himself “The Candyman” — though his more formal title is president of the Idaho Candy Company. Wagers recently earned another title — trustee for the Boise School District.