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Wanted: Professionals and retirees to teach high school CTE courses
Schools must attract converts from industry with job experience to lead CTE programs that guide teenagers directly into the workplace.
Industry partnerships shape employment opportunities for high school graduates
There are hundreds of Idaho professionals helping high schools maintain cutting-edge programs with the most up-to-date industry equipment. Both sides benefit from this collaboration.
State leaders push millions toward meeting workforce demands and student interests
The number of Industry trade jobs is growing every year. And teens are interested in learning those skills in high school.
Key lawmakers seek to have a say on U of I-Phoenix purchase
The legislation is not yet public. The co-sponsors — Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, and Sen. C. Scott Grow, R-Eagle — have questioned the details of the proposed $685 million Phoenix deal.
Statehouse roundup, 2.2.24: Budget-setting in disarray after JFAC rebellion
INSIDE: New diversity, equity and inclusion restrictions introduced and summer STEM library program could be defunded
Statehouse roundup, 1.31.24: Bill to arm teachers easily clears House after lengthy debate
MORE INSIDE: New bill would create geographic regions for State Board of Education appointees.
Judge rejects Labrador’s open meetings lawsuit against State Board
Tuesday’s ruling clears one major obstacle blocking the University of Idaho’s proposed $685 million University of Phoenix purchase. U of I officials hope to close the complex and controversial deal early this year.
Jerome teachers take Monday off in protest, leading to district closure
About 90 teachers took a personal leave day to protest a school board decision and other stressors.
Analysis: Trial spotlights transparency — but not the Phoenix purchase
A robust public debate over government transparency is healthy and useful. It’s too bad Idahoans have never been afforded the same opportunity to debate the proposed University of Phoenix purchase.
West Ada teacher named Idaho’s Language Teacher of the Year
Adam Li teachers Mandarin Chinese at Renaissance High in Meridian.