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Commission releases names of finalists, but not their professional backgrounds
The director is a state employee compensated with taxpayer dollars. The position pays $108,000 to $118,500 annually, according to the job listing.
Idaho’s merit semifinalists announced
The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than one percent of all U.S. high school seniors. INSIDE: Find out who made it from Idaho.
Charter commission selects three unnamed candidates for director vacancy
The commission plans to interview three applicants during a Dec. 7 special meeting, with a decision expected by the end of the year.
Briefs: News from around the state
Superintendent Debbie Critchfield launched a new podcast.
Giving back: Vandal student-athletes are big brothers in Moscow
University of Idaho men’s basketball coach Alex Pribble created a mentoring program for his players.
Trustees select policy positions for next legislative session
School trustees want the hiring process for paraprofessionals and nurses updated, and they do not want schools to lose money in the new funding formula.
Moving forward: West Bonner board welcomes new trustees
“It’s time to come together,” said interim superintendent Joe Kren.
$19 million awarded to prepare students for in-demand careers
The Idaho Career Ready Students program awarded a total of $35 million in four months to develop CTE programs statewide
Federal grant funds available to state’s largest charter school authorizer
Up to $750,000 is available to the Idaho Public Charter School Commission to strengthen its role.
North Idaho technical school inspires entrepreneurial careers
Kootenai Bridge and Venture Academy seniors are skipping college, avoiding student loans, and using their high school training to become business owners after graduation.