Tag: Rural
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IDLA: Helping to Fill Gaps in the Teacher Pipeline
By Jeff Simmons, IDLA Superintendent It’s no secret that Idaho schools struggle to find qualified teachers to fill classrooms. The issue is not specific to rural schools, as even our larger school districts can find it challenging to recruit. Teaching is a demanding profession, and public education is a tough climate to work in today. […]
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Driving Lessons
By Jeff Farden, Director of Supervision and Instruction Growing up in Caldwell, I vividly remember when the two-lane interstate between Canyon County and Ada County was a special route, reserved for back-to-school shopping trips or the occasional field trip to the zoo. Traveling into Boise felt distinct, with each city along the way having its […]
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A Rural Student’s Journey: Unleashing the Opportunities of Online Learning
Council graduate gets a jump start on her future through Idaho Digital Learning Alliance Boise, ID – July 13, 2023 – In today’s digital era, online learning has gained popularity, offering flexible educational options. Secasch Mink, a recent graduate of Council High School, took the opportunity to expand her education by taking additional courses online […]