College presidents sound the alarm about the hidden cost of the state’s growing dual-credit program. “That is a challenge and that is a crisis,” College of Western Idaho President Bert Glandon said.
It’s no wonder they want to serve on an education committee
Three lawmakers have enough kids to populate a school district or even a small Idaho town.
Pocatello-Chubbuck elementary teacher charged with child rape
Tiffany Marie Petersen was charged in Bannock County on Wednesday with one count of rape of a child under 16 and lewd conduct against a child.
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State Board spells out plan for master teacher premium rollout
Idaho Press: Boise trustee elections carry $70,000 price tag
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: January 21-25
State agency makes push for a full-time school safety analyst
Jefferson narrows superintendent search
Trustees reviewed candidates’ qualifications at an executive session on Wednesday and forwarded four names on for further consideration during an open meeting.
Shelley selects new superintendent
Chad Williams emerged from a previous pool of four to head the district.
In Year Four of a five-year plan, teacher salaries increase by 3.4 percent
However, lawmakers will have to make several key decisions on teacher pay in the next few weeks.
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Idaho’s graduation rate reaches a high-water mark
Idaho’s high school graduation rate topped the 80 percent mark in 2018. “The pace is accelerating,” state superintendent Sherri Ybarra said Thursday.
Statehouse roundup, 1.17.19: Legislators take first look at proposed funding formula
Although a bill has yet to emerge, the Legislature kicked off the funding formula debate Thursday.
Statehouse roundup, 1.16.19: Senate overrides House on teacher salary rule
The rule is designed to help out-of-state teachers move into a spot on Idaho’s salary career ladder.
Administrator shares documents — but no receipts — to explain financial transactions
Fred Ball gave EdNews copies of his bank and credit card statements and an estimate from Lowe’s Home Improvements to verify thousands in reimbursements from two charter schools he heads.
Bonneville narrows superintendent search
One of two recently named finalists will replace longtime Bonneville Superintendent Chuck Shackett, who is retiring at the end of this school year.
Verse first: Why Dean Mortimer starts every week at Senate Education with a poem
The homespun poems of Edgar A. Guest aren’t just a light-hearted way to break up the humdrum of committee business, says Mortimer. They also serve as a reminder that education takes on many forms.
State Board launches higher ed data website
The public can use the new resource to access graduation and remediation rates, enrollment and more.
Teton to request information from the FBI
The district says it has never received a report stemming from the 2017 investigation.
Statehouse roundup, 1.15.19: Scholarship expansion, school safety update, mastery
The Office of School Safety and Security hopes a new confidential tip line will be up and running in March.
Charter administrators received $46,000 in unexplained payments
An EdNews investigation found at least 19 checks — one handwritten — with unusual transactions and no paper trail.
Statehouse roundup, 1.14.19: Lawmakers face a $1 million gap in STEM requests
The STEM Action Center is seeking $2 million of permanent money to grow computer science programs. Gov. Brad Little has countered with a $1 million one-time request.
Flexible seating promotes health and learning
Stand-up desks keep kids from slumping and zoning out, says Meridian teacher.
Legislature plans first hearing devoted to proposed new school funding formula
Legislators do not plan to introduce a bill during the initial Jan. 17 meeting.
Economic outlook committee lowballs Little’s revenue forecast
There is about a $100 million difference between the committee’s forecast and the more optimistic projection from Gov. Brad Little.
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State Board spells out plan for master teacher premium rollout
It will cost the state a projected $263,000 to review applications for the premiums, which go into effect this year.
Idaho Press: Boise trustee elections carry $70,000 price tag
Turnout for the go-it-alone elections is notoriously and chronically low, falling below 4 percent in 2018.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: January 21-25
The focal point of the state superintendent’s weekly schedule is her annual budget presentation, before the Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee Thursday.
State agency makes push for a full-time school safety analyst
Gov. Brad Little has not recommended funding the $141,000-a-year position.
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Tips for staying active during cold months
While working to achieve more movement, don’t forget the importance of balanced nutrition.
Education has a big tent
Learning, in all of its forms, is not just a year-round pursuit, but a lifetime one. No one should be stuck in a part-time job when they need a full-time job. We seek opportunity for a lifetime of prosperity.