Idaho citizens overwhelmingly support investing in our kids, and especially early education.
In 2022, we worked with our coalition partners and local advocates to expand full-day kindergarten in the state.
We’re training everyday Gem Staters to be the voice for kids.
We’re committed to ensuring all of Idaho’s children succeed in school and life.
SCAN Applauds Little on Winning a Second Term November 8, 2022 – Today, Save the Children Action Network, a leading political voice for children, applauds the reelection of Governor Brad Little, a proven champion for children in Idaho. “Save the …
Praises Governor’s Actions to Prioritize Early Literacy September 8, 2022 – Today, Save the Children Action Network, a leading political voice for children, formally announced it has endorsed Idaho Governor Brad Little for reelection based on his commitment to improve …
Recently, the issue of education has come into greater focus given the pandemic’s nationwide impact on children and young adults. But while many are just tuning in to the benefits of early literacy programs, Gov. Brad Little has been clear-eyed and committed to improving children’s reading skills since day one of his administration. He knows that when Idaho’s kids succeed in school, our communities thrive.
Send an urgent message to Congress: we must reauthorize and increase funding for MIECHV – because every child deserves a strong start in life.
Ryan Murphy
Director, State & Electoral Campaigns, Western U.S
Ryan joined Save the Children Action Network in 2016 as the Washington State Mobilization Manager. He now oversees our state and national campaigns in the western states. Previously, Ryan served as the Washington State Director of Working America, the National Organizer and Lobbyist for the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, and Social Justice Organizer at the University of San Francisco. He also taught in a rural orphanage in Honduras for two and a half years and has experience managing regional and national staff on education, immigration, and social justice issues.
