The Idaho School Boards Association asks the Legislature to keep the four election dates intact so school trustees can determine what is necessary for the health and educational needs of their students.
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Charter school leaders push for legislation to a serve more diverse student population
We’re asking lawmakers to provide the option to use a weighted lottery enrollment system.
We support students when we support teachers
My plan to raise teacher pay includes a strong accountability system that is focused on student growth and proficiency and advanced professional practice.
Developing accountability goals that are realistic and achievable
The Board has come to realize that perhaps we put too much emphasis on student proficiency and not enough on growth.
Marsing embraces the Community School Strategy
It’s a concept based on the idea that students learn best when their physical and emotional needs are met.
Idaho’s public charter schools serve our children well
They are not a replacement for traditional public schools. Rather, they are allies in helping Idaho improve its education system and in providing options for families.
Don’t buy into the failure story line
Instead, we should focus on closing the achievement gap between our Hispanic, American Indian and low-income students and their Caucasian and more affluent peers.
Bishop Kelly: A community of service
We had a chance to visit with four stellar seniors who shared their Service Learning projects and trips.
Using “Common Core” to politicize public education
The politicizing of education furthers my resolve to be a voice for reason, critical thinking and common sense in the Legislature.
Sick of supplemental levies? Then Invest in Idaho
Reclaim Idaho is picking up the Legislature’s slack.