Clete Edmunson
Clete Edmunson is a former American Republican politician and educator from Idaho.
Clete Edmunson | |
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Member of the Idaho House of Representatives from the District 9 seat B district | |
In office December 1, 2002 – August 2007 | |
Preceded by | Monty Pearce |
Succeeded by | Diana Thomas |
Personal details | |
Born | Council, Idaho |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse(s) | Shelly Edmunson |
Residence | Weiser, Idaho |
Alma mater | Idaho State University |
Occupation | Politician, educator |
Early life
Edmunson was born in Council, Idaho.[1]
Education
Edmunson earned a degree in business and later a degree in history from Idaho State University. Edmunson earned a Master of Arts degree in history from Boise State University.[2][3]
Career
In 1986, Edmunson served as a city council member in Weiser, Idaho, until 1994.[4]
In 1994, Edmunson became a teacher and a football coach.[2]
In 1996, Edmunson became a county commissioner of Washington County, Idaho.[4]
On November 5, 2002, Edmunson won the election and became a Republican member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 9 seat B. Edmunson defeated Caryl A. Whitlatch with 79.8% of the votes.[5] On November 2, 2004, as an incumbent, Edmunson won the election unopposed and continued serving District 9 seat B.[6] On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Edmunson won the election unopposed and continued serving District 9 seat B.[7] [4]
In August 2007, Edmunson resigned as a member of Idaho House of Representatives for District 9 seat B. Edmunson has joined the staff of Idaho governor Butch Otter as a field representatives.[8][9]
In September 2009, Edmunson joined Idaho Department of Labor.[10]
Edmunson became a teacher at New Plymouth High School. In 2015, after Kevin Barker accepted a position as the superintendent, Edmunson became a principal at New Plymouth High School. In 2018, Edmunson resigned as principal at New Plymouth High School.[2] [11][12] In July 2018, Edmunson became a superintendent and school principal for Council School District.[1]
Personal life
Edmunson's wife is Shelly Edmunson. Edmunson lived in Weiser, Idaho. In 2018, Edmunson lives in Council, Idaho.[4][12][1]
References
- Swindell, Jennifer (April 3, 2018). "Clete Edmunson's going home to Council". idahoednews.org. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "New Plymouth Principal's Journey to Gov Otter's Office and Back". idahoednews.org. October 8, 2015. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "A History of Warren, Idaho: Mining, Race, and Environment". boisestate.edu. August 2012. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "Clete Edmunson's Biography". Vote Smart. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "November 5, 2002 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 5, 2002. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "November 2, 2004 Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 2, 2004. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "November 7, 2006 General Election Results". sos.idaho.gov. November 7, 2006. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- Hopkins, Jared S. (September 27, 2007). "Otter's legacy takes shape". magicvalley.com. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "Rep. Edmunson resigns to join governor's staff". argusobserver.com. August 16, 2007. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- Popkey, Dan (July 13, 2010). "Opinion: Gov. Otter cuts loose one of his former aides". itd.idaho.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- "New Plymouth Principal Resigns Again Amid Controversy". ktvb.com. Retrieved January 3, 2020.
- Lords, Christina (February 21, 2018). "New Plymouth High School principal again submits resignation midway through investigation". idahostatesman.com. Retrieved January 3, 2020.