Joel Wilson
After 14 years as a superintendent in rural Idaho schools, Joel Wilson served as Deputy Superintendent of Operations for Superintendent Sherri Ybarra. He is currently principal at Greenacres Elementary in the Pocatello/Chubbuck School District.
Please vote in favor of traditional public schools
In many ways, Idaho public school’s story has been co-opted by special interest groups who are politically motivated.
Our schools are caught in the middle of culture war crosshairs
A positive school culture will grow when we move from the politics of “me” or “my circle” to the politics of “all of us together.”
Vouchers, tax credits, and savings accounts would amount to a giant step backwards
Unfortunately, this year’s legislative session is already seeing another round of attacks seeking to weaken traditional schools and syphon resources away.
Match expectations for teachers with increased levels of support
The better we support our teachers, the better they will be able to support our students.
I am grateful to Idaho Lawmakers for looking at teacher salaries
The mood is shifting among teachers. Idaho is becoming a more attractive place for educators.