State board executive director to step down

Matt Freeman, Executive Director of the Idaho State Board of Education, announced today that he is stepping down at the conclusion of the state fiscal year, June 30, 2024.

Mr. Freeman, issued the following statement:

“Having served the State Board for over 14 years, the last nine as its executive director, I have decided to step down. The demands of this leadership position are 24/7. Quite simply, my family and I are ready for a change. I am immensely proud of the work accomplished by the Board and my staff. Our relentless dedication to student-centric policies, practices, and services has demonstrably improved postsecondary access, affordability, persistence and completion in Idaho. The staff of the Office of the State Board of Education are spectacular.

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