From the classroom to the House floor with Rep. Matthew Bundy

Carly Flandro | 04/28/2023

Rep. Matt Bundy, R-Mountain Home, is one of two teacher/lawmakers in Idaho.

In this episode, he shares his thoughts on balancing teaching and politics, and reflects on the session and its implications for education. Here’s our conversation. 

Carly Flandro

Carly Flandro

Reporter Carly Flandro works in EdNews’ East Idaho bureau. A former high school English teacher, she writes about teaching, learning, diversity, and equity. You can follow Flandro on Twitter @idahoedcarly and send her news tips at [email protected].

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