Over 250 BSU students and local community members gathered on the steps of the Idaho Capitol in support of .
How Idaho is cutting its rules — and why Common Core standards survived the purge
“I was not going to do any mischief,” Gov. Brad Little said during a Friday morning news conference. “I was not going to change policy for the state of Idaho.”
Ybarra accepts record lottery dividend check
Most of the $37.5 million will go to school facilities.
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CWI considers a menu of expansion plans
Garden Valley trustee, Boise County commissioner faces stalking charges
Facing felony charges, West Ada principal seeks his old job
Idaho Press: A.G. received four complaints about closed charter commission meeting
Emmett trustees hire Craig Woods as superintendent
Woods grew up in Emmett and currently leads the Notus School District.
After 29 years of on-the-job training, Coby Dennis takes over as Boise superintendent
The fourth-generation educator will head up the state’s second-largest school district. Could he also become a prominent figure in Idaho’s education policy debates?
Students stand with inclusive programs at Boise State
As legislators weigh in on Boise State’s inclusion initiatives, some students are taking a stand.
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The Idaho Way? Really?
High-quality child care is key to a strong workforce
Applicants await master educator premium decisions
“I don’t feel like I let my students down during the process,” a veteran Boise teacher said about completing the lengthy portfolio.
Teton drops Redskins mascot
After months of divisive debate, the board voted to retire the 90-year-old nickname.
Lawsuit challenges kindergarten fees
The lawsuit — the latest in a series of attempts to overturn school fees — demands refunds of money collected for all-day kindergarten, dating back to 2014-15.
Task force subcommittee may call for changes to master teacher premiums
The State Board of Education provided more information about the master premium applicant pool.
Little: Charter commission’s closed-door meeting was probably illegal
The controversial closed meeting could be a “learning moment,” Little said Tuesday. Meanwhile, the governor is sidestepping a flap over diversity and inclusivity programs at Boise State University.
Little aide: Spring reading scores provide a promising ‘baseline’
Greg Wilson, Gov. Brad Little’s education adviser, pointed to one specific spring score: 73.5 percent of third-graders were reading at grade level.
Idaho teacher retention data mirrors national averages
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Authorities investigating possible violations of state laws by former charter school director
The investigation marks the latest chapter in the ongoing saga involving finances at Fred Ball’s former schools, Bingham Academy and Blackfoot Charter Community Learning Center.
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A short honeymoon: Tromp steps into a political crossfire
Twenty-eight of the House’s 56 Republicans want the new Boise State University president to reject a range of campus diversity programs. Legislative Democrats are coming to the programs’ defense.
What the new reading scores say — and what they don’t say
One key number: Nearly 26,000 K-3 students left Idaho schools this spring reading below grade level. And that’s after reading scores improved significantly over the school year.
Workforce program pairs teachers with tech firms
The STEM Action Center hopes teachers use the program to help prepare their students for jobs of the future.
New Boise superintendent receives $29,000 pay raise
Coby Dennis will receive more than $177,000 in his new job heading the Boise School District. Meanwhile, embattled Blaine County Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes will receive a raise that bumps her salary above the $180,000 threshold.
Idaho’s top teacher expresses concerns with master educator premiums
More than 1,400 educators have applied for the $4,000 per-year salary incentive.
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CWI considers a menu of expansion plans
The sticker prices run from $15 million to $35 million. And the $35 million plan would require voter approval — which has proven to be elusive.
Garden Valley trustee, Boise County commissioner faces stalking charges
The Ada County Sheriff’s Office booked Alan Ward on the misdemeanor charges Thursday afternoon.
Facing felony charges, West Ada principal seeks his old job
Star Middle School principal Tony Nelson faces an Oct. 15 jury trial on two counts of felony injury to a child. He is back on paid administrative leave.
Idaho Press: A.G. received four complaints about closed charter commission meeting
Lawrence Wasden is investigating the controversial April 11 meeting, to determine whether the state’s Public Charter School Commission violated state law.
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The Idaho Way? Really?
There is no doubt in my mind that the letter sent to Idaho universities does not reflect Idaho values.
High-quality child care is key to a strong workforce
It’s time to start recognizing child care as early education and acknowledging the promising role it can play.