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.