Episode 231: West Ada Returns to School, But Challenges Remain

Clark Corbin | 10/23/2020

Welcome to episode 231 of the Extra Credit podcast.

Hundreds of teachers called in sick Monday and Tuesday, forcing the state’s largest school district to cancel school for two days. Although classes have resumed, division and challenges remain.

In many ways West Ada’s story is indicative of the issues facing districts all across the state.

Be sure to check back next week for another new episode of Extra Credit.

 

Clark Corbin

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