Voices

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

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Idaho College Enrollment Bump May Be Coming

A couple of key early indicators tracked by the Idaho State Board of Education suggest more Idaho high school seniors are planning to enroll in college or a career technical program in the fall.

Parents: Are you taking the survey?

The state is giving all parents the opportunity to rate our engagement and satisfaction with the schools our children attend.

I am committed to learning more about technology

So I can keep up with my kids.

Legislature’s inaction on agency regs may be its greatest accomplishment

Idahoans should expect to see a reduction in agency regulations and the elimination of policies that have no business being on the books in Idaho.

Reports provide disappointing news for Idaho’s workforce

How can we help students get the skills they need to qualify for a family-sustaining job or build the workforce our economy needs if we can barely pass an increase in scholarships that make postsecondary affordable?

What do your kids look at when they are on their phones?

I was surprised to learn my kids enjoy watching education videos as well as playing games and using social media.

Accolades for increasing starting teacher pay

Idaho policymakers have done a lot over the last five years to raise teacher pay.

What do you do with sick kids?

A special thank you to the brave adults who deal with my sick kids.

Rise: Voice of a new generation

The movie captures the essence of what it means to have student voice and leadership in education. Watch the premiere on Tuesday night at the Egyptian.

Bluum CEO Terry Ryan

Public charter schools that fail should close

They need to be held accountable for their performance. It’s important for the overall health of a state’s public charter school sector.