In order to move to an enrollment-based model of school funding, laws would need to be repealed or amended and state officials need to agree to common definitions and data collection.
Idaho City students tackle distances and angles
Glenn Bennett, a licensed land surveyor, is promoting his profession by mentoring students at Idaho City High.
Nampa teacher brings flying into the classroom
Students at Nampa High School are learning the ups and downs of flight physics thanks to a grant from the Idaho STEM Action Center.
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Lake City student charged with making threats on social media
State seeks to award $1.5 million for after-school programs
Cassia trustees seek help in superintendent’s search
Nonini files paperwork for lieutenant governor
Education news around Idaho
In this week’s briefs four teachers are nominated for a Presidential Award, grants are available for after-school programs and students can enter an art contest.
Russ Fulcher, candidate for Congress
Russ Fulcher says he would like to see the federal government get out of the education business. But the former state senator and current congressional candidate knows it isn’t that simple.
Testing a reading assessment — and testing the market
As a Texas-based vendor pilots a replacement to Idaho’s reading test — to favorable early reviews — the company is also looking to expand its business in the state.
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Why we must try, try, try again to pass ‘adult completer’ scholarship
Reader view: Now is the time for a new school funding formula
Ybarra launches re-election campaign
The incumbent’s campaign team is starting to come together and she’s talking up her political resume.
Our new blogger starts today
Melanie Flake is a mother of seven kids spread from kindergarten to college. She’s going to write about public education from a mom’s perspective.
West Ada school recognized for keeping kids active
The physical education program at Victory Middle School is receiving national attention for its commitment to school health and fitness.
Chevron hands out $250,000 for classroom projects
The energy company is generating funds in October for Idaho teachers and students in collaboration with DonorsChoose.org.
Kevin's Blog
Expert analysis and the latest news from award-winning journalist Kevin Richert.
Lake City student charged with making threats on social media
The Coeur d’Alene Police Department is continuing its investigation into a series of social media posts threatening Lake City High School students.
State seeks to award $1.5 million for after-school programs
The White House wants to mothball a program now serving 7,500 Idaho students. But for now at least, the state still has enough money to cover another round of grants.
Cassia trustees seek help in superintendent’s search
The Cassia County School District hopes to have a successor to the retiring Gaylen Smyer by the end of the 2017-18 school year.
Nonini files paperwork for lieutenant governor
Sen. Bob Nonini — a Senate Education Committee member and former House Education Committee chairman — is the fifth Republican to file for lieutenant governor.
Voices
Educators, community members and students share their opinions about Idaho education.
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Why we must try, try, try again to pass ‘adult completer’ scholarship
I seriously doubt students who have completed the equivalent of one year of college have it in their minds to drop out of school and then wait three years in hopes of qualifying for a scholarship.
Reader view: Now is the time for a new school funding formula
It is past time for Idaho to craft a plan that not only better meets the needs of today’s students, but is nimble enough to meet the needs of their children.