A pair of highly regarded Idaho teachers (and IEA members) are taking part in the prestigious Master Teacher Project, which was launched jointly by the National Education Association and BetterLesson. Julia Withers of Vallivue Middle School in Caldwell and Glenda Funk of Highland High School in Pocatello were selected for the MTP following an extensive…
Governor Otter began laying out his budget priorities during his annual State of the State address yesterday.
Absent from Governor Otter’s public schools budget was any mention of salary increases for educators. In fact, his budget states, “the Governor does not recommend salary improvements for FY 15.” The IEA is not alone in criticizing the governor’s recommendation. In his otherwise glowing critique of the governor’s speech and education recommendations, Superintendent Tom Luna…
Today Dr. Jana Jones, a Democrat, announced her candidacy for Idaho’s Superintendent of Public Instruction via a video on her website. Her website notes that Jones is a 4th generation Idahoan (from Idaho Falls), with 40 years of experience in education in classrooms, school districts, and at the state level in both the public and…
Teaching Runs in the Family for Dawn King Now getting great satisfaction from her role as the Reading Specialist at Grace Jordan Elementary in Boise, Dawn King recently reflected on the genesis of her career as a professional educator, and found that the seeds were planted at an early age. Born in Pocatello, King has…
The Nampa Education Association provided training for building representatives during a retreat at the Ste. Chapelle winery this fall. The group enjoyed excellent weather in a gorgeous setting as they bonded and brainstormed ways to engage members and potential members in their schools. “This representative retreat was a wonderful opportunity for the reps to interact,…