Carly Flandro

Carly Flandro reports from her hometown of Pocatello. Prior to joining EdNews, she taught English at Century High and was a reporter for the Bozeman Daily Chronicle. She has won state and regional journalism awards, and her work has appeared in newspapers throughout the West. Flandro has a bachelor’s degree in print journalism and Spanish from the University of Montana, and a master’s degree in English from Idaho State University. You can email her at [email protected] or call or text her at (208) 317-4287.

This week’s podcast: 4.3.23

It’s that time of year when spring break is over and a long April and May stretch ahead for teachers and students. How to make the most of it? Hear what our teacher panelists have to say on the newest episode of The Teachers’ Lounge podcast.  And they give tips on juggling extra duties and…

Madam Superintendent: More women are becoming education leaders, but are still underrepresented

Today’s women in charge say it takes doggedness and support to get to the top.

Day 82: Looking past the legislative session

With the Legislature nearing sine die, Critchfield is planning what comes next.

Charter school bucks the status quo for at-risk students

At Future Public, a focus on equity is making a difference.

Day 78: Celebrating another new law

The financial literacy bill, which Critchfield has long touted, was signed into law.

Day 77: Watching her bill become law

Gov. Little signed her parental rights bill today.

Idaho Falls trustees approve a $33 million plant facilities levy for the May ballot

With a history of failed bonds on its record, Idaho Falls is turning to a new solution — a plant facilities levy.

CDA trustees agree to float $25 million supplemental levy in the wake of major election failures

The unanimous decision on Monday night followed an emotional discussion about “significant erosion of trust between the community and the district.”

Beyond the classroom: Educators turn schools into communities

Teachers are not required to shoulder extra responsibilities, but finding one who doesn’t would be nearly impossible.