Jennifer Swindell
Journalist shares why U.S. kids aren’t the best
Amanda Ripley says American schools are too easy and noisy and lack focus, and teachers aren’t properly trained, compared to other countries.
Vallivue High gets kids prepared
The Caldwell school invests in helping low-income students or “kids in the middle” be college or career ready.
Long-time volunteer honored for dedication to kids
Janet Orndorff was remembered Wednesday for preserving the Bown House.
Hawthorne breaks ground on Earth Day
Students plant a garden, celebrate outdoor learning
Super candidates: Who voted and who didn’t
Only two of the four Republican candidates for state superintendent voted in the May 2012 GOP primary. One candidate didn’t vote in November 2012, a historic election for K-12 policy.
Parma gets kids into college
Scholarships, early planning and support lead to a 75 percent go-on rate from Parma High graduates.
In brief: SBAC update, contests and more
The Common Core-aligned tests roll out across more Idaho schools. Meanwhile, the state is looking for help naming a new program, and a Boise business announces a student art contest.
Charter lottery: who’s in and who’s out
Sage International School hosts its annual lottery
Expert: Parents and data can transform education
National reform leader offers her advice
Pilot pre-school program moves forward
House Education Committee members agree — but not unanimously — to print a bill that would provide half-day preschool to about 100 Idaho students. Also inside, news on two other pieces of education legislation that move forward.