Teacher Feature
Teacher Feature highlights the diversity, expertise, and ingenuity of educators across the state. Submit your suggestions for a teacher to feature to Emma Epperly at emma@idahoednews.org.
From first squeaks to success: How a Meridian band director built a thriving program
Mountain View High School’s Josh Barro says success starts with a simple formula: work, good, fun.
Sandpoint teacher creates ‘moments of great questioning’ in English class
Middle school, eighth grade in particular, can be a tough time in many teens’ lives, but for Danielle Packard it’s the perfect age to teach.
A Midvale teacher’s greatest lesson lives on in former students
Varina Pickett is retiring with a legacy: Two people she once taught now teach at the same small Idaho school where she built her career.
‘It’s just in your blood:’ Mother-daughter duo teach at North Idaho elementary
Students pass Mrs. DeVore’s noisy kindergarten room — then, a few doors down, do a double take. It’s Ms. DeVore’s room again.
50 years and counting … Twin Falls teacher has no plans to retire
She loves school and she loves the kids. And she’s the longest active teacher in Idaho.