Voices
Educators, community members and students share their opinions about Idaho education.
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New book doesn’t tell the true story
Education historian Diane Ravitch’s sweeping generalizations don’t hold up when it comes to charter schools.
Foster a climate that honors teacher choice
An award winning teacher says it is critical that more teachers learn about the nonunion teacher movement. To create and implement meaningful and commonsense education reform, the voices of independent Idaho educators must be heard.
12 things about Idaho charter schools
Learn more about Idaho charter schools from answers written by Terry Ryan, president of the Idaho Charter School Network.
Back to school message from Duncan
The U.S. Secretary of Education talks about his travels around the country and the challenges educators are facing this year.
Magic will not fix Idaho’s economy
The key difference between the governor’s fantasy world and the real world the rest of us inhabit: Magic.
The governor will need powerful magic if he is to convince us that his recent embrace of education is a genuine priority.
Task force did its work — what’s next?
The Legislature has to hear from us in the coming weeks and months. We will be asking our supporters to call and e-mail legislators urging them to support these task force recommendations.
School fees are unfair, unconstitutional
For Idaho public education to demand fees to register for school or to participate in extra activities is yet another shackle that restrains the ability of Idaho’s poor to receive a quality education.
Thoughts on the first day of school
Teaching is that magic point when curriculum and experience meet someone eager to learn.
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.
Education remains top economic priority
Economic development and education work hand in hand. Students graduating from Idaho schools will become the skilled employees, entrepreneurs and innovators who help our economy grow.