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Stories about Idaho’s educators, students and policy makers plus features on bright spots in Idaho education.
Day 71: A sick day — but still working
The day of rest comes before statewide and national travel.
Day 70: Career advising
And her career technical education plan passed another legislative checkpoint.
Day 69: She scored some wins
Critchfield lauded plans for increased teacher and classified staff pay.
Day 68: Talking behavioral health
Student mental health is a top concern across the state.
Day 66: Student fundraisers
State superintendent Debbie Critchfield spent her Saturday in Malta at a three-on-three basketball tournament — a fundraiser for Raft River High School’s class of 2025. Critchfield’s family members played in the tournament. Saturday night, she’ll go to a dinner and auction at Oakley High School, a fundraiser for the Oakley High Rodeo Team.
Day 65: A roaring morning
She concluded her week with a drive to Oakley.
Day 64: Monitoring legislation
She’ll begin hosting monthly one-on-one meetings with her executive staff.
Day 63: Steps for schools
Her CTE bill passed easily.
Day 62: Legislative prep, while sick
Critchfield spent a second day at home sick.
Day 61: Sick day
She spent her 61st day at home.