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A blue tsunami misses Idaho — but subtle currents lurk beneath the surface
Predictably enough, Tuesday was a big election night for Idaho Republicans. But unlike previous years, 2026 gives Idaho Democrats some things to build on in future elections.
BYU-Idaho traces enrollment decrease to change in church policy
The Rexburg-based university — owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — says an additional 1,000 students deferred their enrollment this year, compared to fall 2025.
IRI Top 10s: See where your child’s school ranks in reading
More of Idaho’s K-3 students were reading at or above grade level this fall than in the last five years. Carters dominated the overall rankings, again.
Just over 60% of Idaho K-3 students read at grade level
The results mark an increase of about 3 percentage points from last fall, the first time learners took a new version of the Idaho Reading Indicator.
Meridian charters specialize in coursework to prepare students for greatness
The schools are two different buildings that share the same campus. They both set students up for success after high school, but their specialties couldn’t be more different.
Spelling it Out: Professional Standards Commission
Here’s a closer look the organization that oversees Idaho educators.
Canyon County commissioners appoint Vallivue trustee, ending months of vacancies
The school board is now back at full strength after two resignations this summer.
Find out how much your superintendent earns
Inside: Compare superintendent and charter administrator salaries statewide.
‘This is a terrorist crime’: Jerome superintendent shares details on ransomware attack
Following guidance from federal law enforcement and cybersecurity experts, the district has not paid the ransom.
Critchfield hosts national experts to discuss first grade readiness
Questions Idaho leaders look to answer: When are kids ready for school? And what does school readiness mean?