Students from nearby Fort Hall make up a large portion of the East Idaho districts student population — and its new plan to counter learning loss from the pandemic.
COVID protocols, indoctrination claims hover over East Idaho trustee elections
From Pocatello to Sugar City, candidates are weighing in ahead of the Nov. 2 election on masks in schools and claims of critical race theory being taught in classrooms.
McGeachin lambasts media over indoctrination records dispute
The lieutenant governor on Thursday attacked media coverage of her recent refusal to release public documents, despite a court order for her to do so.
Blackfoot breaks ground on multi-faceted project
A new elementary school, career-technical high school and other facilities are slated for the 2022-23 school year.
Trustees to consider greater flexibility in hiring school counselors
Other issues on tap for the Idaho School Boards Association’s upcoming annual conference include Idaho’s Core Learning Standards and funding for schools.
Bonneville implements mask mandate
The requirement goes into effect Monday, Oct. 4, and accompanies COVID-19 protocol changes across the state.
Kustra won’t run for office, but he will speak out about Idaho politics
“I wouldn’t waste my time trying to run as a Republican here because I couldn’t get elected in a Republican primary these days,” said the former Boise State University president, who laments the GOP’s rightward shift in recent years.
Pocatello-Chubbuck trustees vote to keep masks optional
A majority of parents spoke against a mask mandate at Tuesday’s special meeting. Also inside, find out what’s happening in Filer and West Ada school districts.
Student with gun arrested at Rigby Middle School
It’s the second time police responded to a gun-related incident at the school this year. Nobody was injured this time.
Critchfield’s campaign treasurer linked to embattled charter schools
The State Board of Education member and candidate for state superintendent says she’s not concerned about Michael Arrington’s role as board chair of two charter schools under state investigation of its finances.