Voices

Educators, community members and students share their opinions about Idaho education.

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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.

Addressing the college and career part of Idaho’s education system

Idaho Gov. Butch Otter has asked the State Board of Education to lead a new task force to develop a five-year plan for higher education.

Time for lawmakers to deliver on Freedom Foundation’s agenda

The group’s executive director outlines a wishlist of conservative policies that would affect education practices and funding.

Evaluating the McREL teacher evaluation audit

Boise School District Superintendent Don Coberly examins the questions provided by the committee and used by the auditors and how they relate to Idaho Code and practice.