Darren Svan

Ambulance simulator gives EMT students a distinct advantage

Students can earn between $16 – $20 an hour as a certified EMT, CNA or dental assistant.

Virtual classes help ‘circus girl’ reach her full potential

She dreams of attending the “Juilliard School” of circus performers.

Resignations, conflicts and unmet expectations — Idaho’s Charter Commission at a crossroads

The commission will at least see three new leaders and possibly a transformation as the charter and parental choice movements gain momentum.

Idaho districts and charters carry over $519 million in savings

Fund balances — or savings — have reached record amounts and increased by an average of 17% over the past three years.

Idaho robotics teams challenge world competition in Houston

“A lot of these kids are super highly intelligent. And this is a place where they can belong.”

Nampa, Kuna leaders seek answers following failed bond proposals

“We have a little bit of a saying here … be curious, not furious or angry. We want to know why.” said Kuna Superintendent Wendy Johnson.

Charter school lotteries: What once took weeks, is now measured in minutes

Enrollment software platforms digitized the process, so what once took weeks, is now measured in minutes.

Two charter commission leaders quit following controversial decision

They stepped down this week because they said they believe the commission is not acting responsibly to taxpayers and state lawmakers.

Life’s Kitchen serves second chances for at-risk youth

Since 2003, the Boise-based nonprofit has provided over 550,000 hours of job training to more than 755 young adults.

Bluum exceeds its five-year charter school growth plans

Approximately 41% of the new charter seats that were created are in rural communities.