Crowded Classrooms, Cheerful Chalkboards, and a Case for a New Elementary School

Send us Fan MailWhat’s it really like to be an elementary school teacher in Idaho? In this episode, I chat with Teri Smith, a dedicated educator from the Middleton School District, about the joy, heart, challenges, and everyday realities of teaching.We talk about what it feels like walking into the classroom on the first day of school versus the last, how much goes into prepping for class, what caring for our students truly looks like—and yes, even the need to plan ahead just to use the bathroom!Teri also shares what it’s like teaching in an overcrowded building, what overcapacity means for Idaho kids, and why she’s still all in on the work she loves. Plus, we explore the push for a new elementary school to meet the growing needs of the community.🎧 Join us for stories, laughter, and real talk from inside the classroom. 💬 Love what you hear? Leave a review and hit follow! 📲 Find me on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube for more!Find Alexis on Instagram and JOIN in the conversation: https://www.instagram.com/the_idaho_lady/JOIN the convo on Substack & STAY up-to-date with emails and posts https://substack.com/@theidaholady?r=5katbx&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageSend Alexis an email with guest requests, ideas, or potential [email protected] great resources, info on school communities, and other current projects regarding public policy:https://www.thealexismorgan.com