K-12 Budget Fiasco the Latest Example of Legislative Futility
IEA President Layne McInelly responds to the Idaho House failing to pass the teacher compensation budget over irrational fears of “indoctrination” of students.
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We are #RedforEd
Tomorrow is #RedforEd! On the first Wednesday of every month, educators in Idaho wear red and join together to demand the public schools our students deserve. Tomorrow, I’m wearing red to improve educator pay. Teachers are paid 20% less than comparably educated and credentialed professionals. And in Idaho, our students lose hundreds of great…
Consistent, Thorough Idaho Content Standards Should be Retained
Once again Idaho finds itself trying to fend off unnecessary challenges to the framework that provides knowledge benchmarks for our students and teachers, the Idaho Content Standards.
IEA Reaction to Gov. Little’s State of the State Address
IEA Reaction to Gov. Little’s State of the State Address Governor Little continues to demonstrate his commitment to public education in Idaho. Investing in our students, professional educators, and public schools is the foundation of success and prosperity for our rapidly-growing state. The Governor’s K-12 task force recommendations are a terrific starting point for moving…
AP Legislative Preview: Investing in Education, Keeping Up With Growth
IEA Hotline—January 3, 2020 At today’s Associated Press legislative preview event, Gov. Brad Little doubled down on his previous statements about the importance of investing in Idaho’s public schools. He made particular note of the recommendations put forth by his K-12 task force, Our Kids, Idaho’s Future, and promised more information on his policy…