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IEN recognized for Digital Innovation by the National Journal

Classrooms That Span the Vast Expanse

The National Journal just announced the Idaho Education Network as the winner in Digital Innovation for their annual Back in Business Special Report. This report celebrates pragmatic problem-solvers in business, the civic sector, local government, and partnerships that creatively combine all three. IEN figured out how to get a high-speed broadband network to students across the state to provide access, collaborations, and opportunities regardless of geographic location. Read more here.

IEN was also featured on MSNBC's Morning Joe edition.

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New Training Video

Videoconferencing with Content Providers

Check out the new video tutorial on Videoconferencing with Content Providers. This short clip gives tips for conducting successful virtual sessions/field trips in the classroom. Covers pre- and post-session activities and helpful classroom management techniques.

IEN Events Schedule

Join us for national conference.

June 24-26, 2013: 2013 ISTE Conference, San Antonio
Catch up with IEN at the 2013 ISTE Conference or join the interactive videoconferencing session on Tuesday, June 25 at 3:15p to see the latest technology from Idaho and around the world. Visit www.iste.org for more information.

IEN Innovation Award Program

Congratulation to this year's recipients:

Barbara Morgan STEM Academy, Meridian
Donnelly Elementary School, Donnelly
Galileo STEM Academy, Meridian
Hayden Meadows Elementary School, Coeur d'Alene
Homedale Elementary School, Homedale
Idaho Distance Education Academy, Post Falls
North Idaho STEM Charter Academy, Rathdrum
Ponderosa Elementary School, Post Falls
Ramsey Magnet School of Science, Coeur d'Alene
Rulon Ellis Elementary School, Chubbuck
Sacajawea Elementary School, Caldwell
Snake River Middle School, Blackfoot
Star Elementary School, Star
Summerwind School of Math and Science, Boise

Schools were evaluated for their leadership and practice of implementing innovative opportunities for students. Recipients receive an elementary interactive videoconferencing system along with service and support to help provide increased opportunities in their schools. For more information, contact IEN Staff at 208-332-1842.