Voices

Moving trustee elections will negatively affect student performance

So I have to wonder: Are we improving an existing problem that needs fixing or are we trying to manage future outcomes?

Celebrate Monks’ proposal to stop government-funded electioneering

The lawmaker’s plan would prevent government from using your money to convince you to vote for your taxes to go up.

Healthy school meals benefit Idaho kids

When students are healthy and able to learn, we all benefit as a society. We thank our state agencies and policymakers for their support of these crucial nutrition programs that benefit so many children.

Return operational flexibility to Idaho’s public charter schools

Lets hold charter schools accountable for their performance, but in return, it is appropriate to find ways to offer these schools more space to be different.

Immigrant students enrich our school and our community

I’ve seen their simple presence in the classroom create a climate of empathy and tolerance.

Quality out-of-school programs improve academic performance

It is imperative that policymakers and stakeholders consider partnerships to achieve statewide education goals, especially with STEM, workforce and literacy skills.

Celebrate National School Choice Week

One size does not fit all. It is up to us to advocate for a quality educational system and promote a culture of innovation and creativity.

Board’s top priorities should be to inspire, engage, educate and empower

Lara Stone, a parent in the Blaine County School District, responds to the resignation letter written by former Blaine County trustee Elizabeth Corker.

School board must put students first

I am no longer willing to continue to be a member of a board that does not reflect our community’s values in significant policy and budgetary decisions.