Voices

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

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Incidents like Middleton’s cause lasting damage to students of color

When a student of Mexican descent sees those teachers in costumes promoting the degradation of the Mexican culture they receive the message that they are not welcomed.

Family mealtimes offer a host of benefits for children

The opportunity to have conversations around the table and connect with one another is one more reason to make it a priority not just during the holidays, but all year long.

Do you think security systems deter school shootings?

What security measures would you like to see at your school?

Wear your sticker with pride

Let’s show our kids how much we value our right to vote.

Do your kids get enough sleep?

Maybe we should all move to Blackfoot.

What do you expect from parent/teacher conferences?

I’m not sure the teachers understand what parents want to hear.

School funding formula hijinks

Lawmakers should move forward with a new school funding formula that focuses on flexibility, local control and student outcomes.

Columbine principal, student safety advocate backs Idaho’s KISS plan

I’d like to share some of my experiences from Columbine and my reflections on the safety investment proposed for Idaho schools.

Ybarra says Idaho schools are on the right path

The state superintendent says voters should grade her on accomplishments.