Month: August 2020

One week after reopening, Mackay moves to remote learning model

The decision comes as dozens of students quarantine and two staff members and a student recover from COVID-19.

West Ada to start school online after Labor Day

Idaho’s two largest districts voted on plans that allow administrators to adopt some type of staggered return to school once the local health authority says it’s OK.

Audience member clashes with police at Statehouse, delaying liability hearing

The session will continue into Wednesday.

‘I am full of anxiety, dread and excitement:’ One student’s perspective on life on campus

In a column in Boise State University’s student newspaper, the Arbiter, Paige Wirta says she has decided to live on campus, in part, to safeguard her parents from coronavirus.

Educators need each other in this challenging time

The mix of experience, talent, and passion can and should be leveraged to help everyone as we strive to meet the needs of all learners.

COVID-19 pointed a giant spotlight on everything teachers and schools provide beyond education

For some children school is their safe space.

Nampa starts school fully online

Sixth grader teacher Lindsay Hines shares the details of her first day — desks were empty but her schedule was full.

Across the state, campuses open for an uncertain new year

Across Idaho and across the nation, the coronavirus pandemic will test colleges’ health and safety guidelines. It will also test students’ willingness to adhere to new rules and expectations.

Large crowds, protestors turn out for special session

A House committee introduced four liability protection bills, two election bills and a resolution that would repeal the statewide emergency declaration.