Jennifer Swindell
Business community pushes for curriculum changes
Members of the Idaho Technology Council want to see computer sciences classes in every school as a requirement for graduation.
Greg Alexander: ‘I’ve been groomed to get to this place’
Greg Alexander, a life-long Idahoan and Boise State graduate, is anxious to start a new career as superintendent in the rural community of Garden Valley. He hopes to be there for many years.
Student voices drive education reform in Jerome
Administrators listen to what kids have to say about their schools, teachers and learning environment.
Ybarra hires her former boss
State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra names Mountain Home Superintendent Tim McMurtrey to her staff. It’s unclear what he’ll be doing as details of his contract will not be revealed until next week.
Teacher helps student make Iowa dream trip come true
Paul Cortez has always wanted to attend the University of Iowa. His wish has come true in part because of hard work and also because of a devoted teacher.
Caldwell board appoints a new superintendent
Jodie Mills takes the place of Tom Rosandick, whose contract was changed during a special meeting on Monday.
Website directly connects teachers and donors
DonorsChoose.org is a portal where public school teachers can ask for funding to support classroom projects.
Boise senior earns perfect ACT score
Nate Marshall is an accomplished student and competitor. He has perfect test scores and two national academic-team titles.
Gooding makes offer on superintendent’s job
Butte County superintendent Spencer Larsen has accepted an offer, which is pending board approval June 9.
Garden Valley hires Greg Alexander
The former Boise State University football player and Caldwell administrator was released from the State Department of Education just four days ago and now will lead the rural school district.