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Educators, community members and students share their opinions about Idaho education.

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We thought closing Idaho’s primaries was a good idea. We were wrong.

Proposition 1 will not only give voters more and better choices — it will also make politicians more accountable to the people they serve.

The education choices we have now are not enough

I am deeply frustrated by the assertion that children in Idaho already have sufficient education choices.

Administrators lead the way to whole-school success

I welcome a statewide discussion on how we encourage educators to become quality administrators.

Young Voters Want a Voice. Prop 1 Will Give It To Them

Our current system blocks 275,000 independent voters from participating in the state’s most important elections.

The enrollment pause and proposed reduction of the Idaho Child Care Program is disastrous for Idaho’s working families

The recent suspension of the Idaho Child Care Program (ICCP) placed an enormous financial burden on families and child care providers.

Idaho voters face a stark “them-or-us” choice in November

The OPI will eliminate closed primaries, giving every Idaho voter, regardless of party, the right to weigh in on who makes it to the general election ballot.

Lowering expectations sends the wrong message to children

Idaho spends more than half of its state budget on K-12.

Childcare: The workforce behind the workforce

Childcare is the bedrock of every industry in the state.

ISU’s roots run deep, preparing for a bold future

Idaho needs strong higher education institutions. That’s why ISU has embarked on a journey called Bold Path Forward.

Educator endorses Harris for president

This election is critical. We need a leader who embodies integrity, competence, and unity.