Upholding Integrity, Transparency & Accountability in Education Reform
At the Institute for Education Reform (IER), we are committed to restoring accountability, local control, and transparency in education. Our work is driven by the belief that public education should serve students, parents, and communities—not political agendas or special interest groups.
As an advocacy organization, we engage with policymakers, community leaders, and citizens who share our vision of educational excellence, fiscal responsibility, and parental rights. To maintain the highest standards of integrity, we uphold the following Code of Conduct:
Commitment to Transparency & Truth
- We advocate for policies based on facts, evidence, and public interest.
- We reject misinformation, political manipulation, and any attempts to obscure the truth about public education.
- We ensure that all research, reports, and public statements are accurate, well-sourced, and reflect the realities of our education system.
Respect for Civil Discourse & Free Speech
- We encourage open discussion and debate on education policies—without censorship or intimidation.
- We oppose radical ideologies that silence dissent or force political narratives into schools.
- We do not engage in harassment, personal attacks, or defamatory rhetoric. Instead, we counter bad ideas with better ideas.
Zero Tolerance for Corruption & Conflicts of Interest
- We expose unethical financial practices, backroom deals, and misuse of taxpayer funds in education.
- We do not accept funding that compromises our mission. Our advocacy is driven by principle, not profit.
- We hold policymakers accountable. Those entrusted with public funds and educational policies must serve the people—not special interest groups.
A Commitment to Parents & Local Communities
- We support parents as the primary decision-makers in their children’s education.
- We oppose federal overreach and union interference that weakens local control.
- We champion policies that prioritize academic excellence over political agendas.
Professionalism & Constructive Engagement
- We engage with lawmakers, educators, and the public in a professional, solutions-focused manner.
- We reject intimidation tactics used by teachers’ unions and special interest groups.
- We will not be deterred by political pressure—we stand firm in our mission to reform education.
📢 Our Pledge to You
IER is committed to advocating for an education system that reflects the values of Idaho’s families, ensures responsible use of taxpayer dollars, and prioritizes student success over politics.
We invite all supporters, policymakers, and community members to join us in this mission—respectfully, ethically, and boldly.
📩 Have questions? Want to get involved? Contact us at team@reformedu.org