At Gritman Medical Center, Hollie Mooney is helping build a direct connection between education and the healthcare workforce—one that benefits both students and the broader community. A nurse since 1991, Mooney brings decades of experience in hospital care …
At Idaho State University’s College of Technology, Tommy Gunderson is building more than an IT program—he’s building a direct pipeline to industry. A retired Marine with 24 years of service and a career spanning network security, the Department of Justice …
When Elevate Academy East construction instructor John Kramer dreamed up a community project for his ninth graders, he didn’t want it to be another shop class assignment. He shared the idea with the ninth-grade teaching team, which includes construction, …
Posted on January 27, 2026 | updated: January 27, 2026 When Caitlyn Keelin walks the halls of Portneuf Medical Center’s progressive care unit, she’s not just a nurse tending to patients—she’s proof of what determination, community and the right support …
When Lisa Barnard launched the cosmetology program at West Side High School five years ago, she wasn’t just adding another elective. She was building a career pathway that blends technical skill, creativity and real-world experience. Barnard brings more …
Posted on December 1, 2025 | updated: December 2, 2025 When James Boggan returned to Riggins in 2022, he thought he knew what to expect. The Salmon River High School graduate with a degree in rangeland ecology and management from the University of Idaho …
Posted on November 6, 2025 | updated: November 7, 2025 “Different years, different students, same results.” That’s the unofficial motto of the Graphic and Web Design program at North Idaho College (NIC). Program Coordinator Philippe Valle has spent more …
Posted on October 16, 2025 | updated: October 16, 2025 The Idaho State Board of Education has named Peter Risse to serve as the next administrator of the Idaho Division of Career Technical Education (IDCTE). His appointment is scheduled to go before the …
At South Fremont High School, family and consumer sciences (FCS) teacher Kristy Hammond is proving that life skills aren’t “just electives.” They’re stepping stones to careers, confidence, and even small businesses. “I never imagined I’d become an FCS …
Posted on September 8, 2025 | updated: September 11, 2025 Each September, Adult Education and Family Literacy Week highlights the importance of programs that help adults build foundational skills, earn credentials and pursue higher education or career …
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