Tony Ashton
Tony is the Executive Director at Teach for America Idaho. He has been an educator for more than 14 years as a teacher, administrator, and policy specialist.
Teacher mentoring is highly effective, and deserves more support
Many districts, especially those in rural areas that are strapped for resources, do not offer mentoring on any consistent or regular basis.
Summer school reimagined
What I learned during a visit to the camp is that summer school can be an opportunity for students and teachers to learn in new and different ways
Teacher vaccinations and prioritizing safe schools demonstrates leadership
What I’m most worried about, is the local and national trend showing a decline in student enrollment.