Trib: Wrong Person For Ed Board

Linda Clark is superintendent of Idaho’s largest school system, the West Ada (formerly Meridian) School District. She has the ear of most Idaho political leaders, notably Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter. Whether it’s the compensation of teachers, their licensing requirements or the other tenets of Otter’s school reform package, Clark has been at the forefront — often serving as the point person who sought public and official support. All of which makes her qualified to do just about anything in Idaho. Except serve on the State Board of Education. Otter’s decision to place her there doesn’t create the mere appearance of a conflict of interest. It is the very definition of a conflict.The State Board is responsible for 115 school districts. Which one will have Clark’s full attention?/ Marty Trillhaase , Lewiston Tribune. More here.