Thank you, Idaho Voters

Thank you, Idaho voters, for understanding that the public education system is non-partisan. Thank you for being informed and voting against Props 1, 2, and 3. Thank you for doing what is best for Idaho students because, regardless of what some political leaders (with limited experience in the field of education) may say, we teachers really do love our students and want to provide them with the best possible education. Now it is time to make a more collaborative effort and develop a plan that will truly benefit Idaho's public education system.

Here is my plug: Don't forget the arts!

In this climate of Common Core and STEM and Race To The Top, don't forget that beauty and aestheticism and creativity are essential to a nation of well-rounded, productive citizens. Integration is wonderful. But don't forget, art for the sake of art is just as valuable.

For further reading on the Props 1, 2, and 3 issue:

Check out my blog post from last week and Kevin Richert's editorial from this week.

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