Carly Flandro

Carly Flandro reports from her hometown of Pocatello. A former English teacher, she covers K-12 education in East Idaho and statewide. You can email her at carly@idahoednews.org.

Nampa will seek a $210.2 million bond to address aging facilities

Nampa’s needs are not about a lack of space for a growing population, but about facilities that are “aging out of their ability to meet the needs of students,” an official said. 

“Let’s do this!” Donations pour in to build an ADA playground at a Twin Falls elementary school

6-year-old Zella Egan, who uses a wheelchair, inspired the drive to create an outdoor environment where she – and others with disabilities – can play.

University dean introduces students to other cultures and worlds through books

Idaho State University’s book drive supplies more than 700 diverse books for school libraries.

Idaho Falls trustees brainstorm solutions to overcrowding after failed bond

New boundaries, split sessions, and another bond attempt are all on the table.

K-12 student enrollment ticks up slightly

Last school year, enrollment increased by 1.7%. This year, there’s growth again – though it’s a modest 0.3%. INSIDE: Find out who had the biggest gains and losses and early enrollment for all districts and charters.

National organizations call for doctors to regularly screen adolescents for mental health issues

In the past, pediatricians just paid attention to physical wellbeing. The change speaks to the increasing need for mental healthcare.

She wants a classroom where all identities feel welcome

Shoshone-Bannock educator wants to see the Shoshoni language celebrated and revitalized as a way to empower Native American youth

Hundreds of teachers have already applied for rural/underserved grants

The $12K grants can be used for degrees, loan repayment, and certifications

Idaho Falls’ record-high bond fails, while measures pass in Bonneville and Fremont

It’s the third time since 2017 that Idaho Falls property owners have rejected the district’s requests for facilities funding. 

West Ada locks all doors — all day, every day

Idaho’s largest school district makes a policy change to protect students because when it comes to school shootings a locked classroom door has never breached.