Voices

A new day for higher education in Idaho

University presidents have agreed to a unified vision and shared mission.

So where was Superintendent Ybarra?

The No. 2 guy in Education Secretary Betsy DeVos’ office visits the Gem State, and Idaho’s top education official was nowhere to be found. Mark her down for an “unexcused” absence.

My schools are making changes to protect kids and staff

What safety measures does your school have in place?

FAFSA opens in October with its own phone app

Here is a step by step demonstration of how to fill out the FAFSA.

Do we know what veteran teachers are paid in Idaho?

Before Idahoans throw another $40 million at the Career Ladder, they deserve a top-to-bottom review of the entire compensation package, not simply assertions or anecdotes.

Early release for seniors is an unfortunate waste

My son is done with school at 1:07 p.m. — every day.

Rely on educators’ expertise for Idaho Content Standards

As a veteran public school teacher and as a mom of a 10-year old who attends my local public school, I find myself telling kids to stand up for what is right.

Getting the word out about Idaho’s Adult Learner Scholarship

To date, just over 600 Idahoans have applied for the scholarship. The State Board wants to see that number double.

Apprenticeships help meet the demand for health care workers

A U.S. Department of Labor grant and the Idaho Department of Labor helps pay for the pre-apprenticeship training at CWI while also helping job seekers with vital assistance such as transportation to CWI and child care.