BIO
Mrs. Jackie Cranor was born and raised in Pocatello and attended school at Lewis & Clark Elementary School and Alameda Jr. High School. She graduated from Pocatello High School in 1968. After attending both Rick’s College and Idaho State University, Ms. Cranor earned a K-8 reading endorsement and master’s equivalent in elementary education. She went on to teach in the Pocatello-Chubbuck School District for 18 years, where she taught sixth, third and fourth grades at Bonneville and Indian Hills elementary schools. Her children and many of her 13 grandchildren have attended district schools.
After retirement, Mrs. decided to run for the school board. She originally became interested in serving on the Board of Trustees for two reasons. First, she thought it was important to add the perspective of a teacher to the decision-making process, and second, she believes in public education. Mrs. Cranor has served on the school board for 12 years. She represents Zone 1.
Mrs. Cranor said, “My passion for public education has continued to grow during my time on this board. I have also grown in my understanding of what it really takes to operate a school district.”
“From reading emails and reviewing policies to attending legislative meetings and understanding Idaho education laws, governing our local public education system is not just about teachers and teaching. As a trustee, we have a role and a responsibility to make decisions based on what is best for ALL. This work entails reading, listening, engaging and actively learning to fully understand not only the day-to-day but also the year-to-year operations.”
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