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PaCT program at Idaho State tackles teacher shortages and retention
Shell-shocked. That is how I felt after a long-term substitute teaching assignment in Idaho Falls more than 20 years ago. I taught sixth grade, which was an experience that a few colleagues called “The Crucible.” It was a firsthand experience of the many challenges that Idaho teachers deal with annually. Working as an educator for more than 30 years has allowed me to witness the significant impact upon students’ achievement and self-esteem that a caring, attentive adult who truly knows a child can make. Having worked with numerous paraprofessionals, it is hard to overstate the qualities they bring to their roles.
Yellowstone Comes To Caldwell This Week Only
The weather this week will be in the high nineties which is a big break from the excessive triple digit temperatures we've experienced all summer. The end of the summer means one of the great western events will be coming to Caldwell this week. Is there any hope that the...
Lieutenant governor speaks at chamber lunch, says water users should consider long-term solutions
IDAHO FALLS — A state government official spoke to a number of community leaders about steps that water users could take to improve Idaho’s ongoing water scarcity. Idaho Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke was the speaker at the Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce luncheon on Tuesday. One major point he emphasized was the importance of considering long-term solutions to the immediate issue.
Millions of campaign dollars aimed at tilting school voucher battle are flowing into state races
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Millions of dollars are being spent this year to steer voters toward candidates for Republican-led Legislatures who not only support school vouchers, but will become key figures in implementing school choice programs in states across the U.S. Most recently, national pro-voucher advocates declared victory after spending...
Governor Proclaims August as Idaho Farmers Market Month
BOISE - Governor Brad Little has officially proclaimed August as Idaho Farmers Market Month, recognizing the essential role that farmers markets play in connecting Idahoans to fresh, locally grown foods. This annual celebration highlights the importance of the over 55 farmers markets currently operating throughout the state. These markets offer...
Gov. Little appoints new ISP director
A new Idaho State Police director will be sworn in next week. Bill Gardiner, a 25-year ISP veteran, will replace Kedrick Wills as the department’s director and colonel, the governor’s office announced Thursday in a press release. Gov. Brad Little appointed Gardiner to replace Wills, who is retiring Aug. 16. Gardiner will be sworn in on Wednesday at ISP’s Meridian headquarters. ...
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