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Photos from Lickley for Idaho's post

Stop number two: Fire Awareness sponsored by the Twin Falls Soil and Water Conservation District and TF BLM District Office.

Katharine B. Stevens | AEI Scholar

Stop one today: Idaho Association for the Education of Young Children.

What does early childhood learning look like? Data shows that the most important years are from 0-3 years. This may be the most critical period in brain development, and that early childhood is the foundation to opportunity and prosperity.

I had the opportunity several weeks ago to hear from Dr. Katharine Stevens. Dr. Stevens leads the early childhood program at the American Institute and proclaims, "It's never too late" on child development, however, getting it right from the get-go is easier and cheaper than fixing it later.

See some of her research at: https://www.aei.org/scholar/katharine-b-stevens/

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Download hi-res photo Contact Info: 202.862.5914 @KBStevens Download VCARD Request an interview Assistant Info: Meredith Tracy 202.862.7192 Katharine B. Stevens Back to scholar list Resident Scholar, Education Policy Studies Early-childhood education Early-childhood development Pre-K / Preschool Chi... ... See more

Murtaugh defies the odds with early learning and math improvements

Good news in Magic Valley in education.

Murtaugh Superintendent Michele Capps, and her entire team, took a "needs improvement" in the school's standardized math testing score in 2010 and turned it around. Idaho's 2018 Math Initiative and its Regional Math Center aid school districts whose math test scores fall behind.

They also provide full-day kindergarten and a two-day-a-week preschool which help address early childhood literacy and other basic skills. In 2018, they outperformed all state averages for nearly all academic indicators, despite having over 69% FRL. See:

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https://magicvalley.com/news/local/education/murtaugh-defies-the-odds-with-early-learning-and-math-improvements/article_b72295f1-2403-5111-bf5f-c1b1b4bc03b1.html#tracking-source=home-top-story ... See more

A 2010 grant has since dried up, but Murtaugh’s push to improve math instruction has grown.

How do we increase the success of those with developmental or other disabilities? Studies show that moving them from an institutional type setting to a home and community based system works and costs less. Some of their biggest challenges include the mountains of paperwork, staff retention, and the uncertainty of waivers within Medicaid.

Thank you to the Idaho Council on Disabilities and Twin Falls' Center for Independent Living for the invitation to join you last night. Together, we can give those with disabilities, and their families, a chance to enjoy the same freedoms and liberties we do. ... See more

Public Lands Council

Enjoyed the conversation, the people, the food, and the view.

This view! 😍

Two of our PLC staff traveled to Idaho this week for the annual Governor’s Trail Ride. Great work to all who hosted the event and made it a success! @ Idaho

Estimated Property Tax - Idaho State Tax Commission

Tonight, Wednesday June 18th, from 6-8 p.m. in the TF County Planning and Zoning Conference Room, Brad Wills, Twin Falls County Assessor, will walk us through assessed values and property tax calculations.

This helpful tool/website from the Idaho State Tax Commission may answer many of your questions.
https://tax.idaho.gov/i-1072.cfm ... See more

Estimate your property tax using the calculator on this page.

Your Republican team is ready!!! Filer Fun Days.

A lot of good things going on today in the Magic Valley. Join us in Filer for Filer Fun Days. We will be in the 5k at 8 a.m. and the parade at 11 a.m. Stop in and say "hi", we'd love to visit with you. ... See more

Scholarship | Idaho Governor's Cup

Congratulations to our four Idaho Governor's Scholarship Recipients in Jerome County: Lizet Ramos, Alyssa Hansten, and Kaitlin Mirkin from Jerome High School; Kelsey Henry from Valley High School. Kaitlin, Alyssa, and Kelsey received Academic Scholarships, and Lizet received a Career Technical Scholarship. The Magic Valley is well represented.

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The Idaho Governor’s Cup Scholarship is available to high school seniors and home school students throughout Idaho. All proceeds from the Idaho Governor’s Cup are dedicated to funding this program. Academic and career-technical awards are offered to those students plan to further their education... ... See more