Voices

Idaho’s dual credit program keeps growing

This is an innovative approach to provide access to affordable college opportunities beginning in the seventh grade. 

No ‘learning curve’ for this governor; he’s ready

I suspect that overall, Idahoans will be seeing competent, thoughtful and sane leadership from the top.

Resolve to have more honest government in 2019

Idaho’s report card on its government-run school system is confusing. The State Department’s difficulty with providing a direct representation of reality shouldn’t be surprising and yet it still manages to amaze.

Resources for children who struggle over the holidays

What else is available for families?

Student mental health must be addressed

The State Board of Education is taking a serious and deliberate approach toward improving mental health resources at our secondary and postsecondary schools and institutions.

Improving Idaho’s ‘go-on’ rate for postsecondary education takes some go-getting

Clearly, this issue should be at the very top of the agenda for Governor-elect Brad Little and the new Legislature come the New Year.

Celebrate 2018 accomplishments and milestones

Then look forward to the upcoming year and the sense of excitement and energy a new year offers.

Gift ideas for teachers, bus drivers and coaches

Plus, my favorite things about Christmas.

Should parents be involved in their teen’s education?

Or is this evolution of independence good for our high school kids?

How do you talk to your kids about vehicle safety?

We also spoke to our kids about being aware of their surroundings and being a good passenger.