Emma Epperly
Districts and charters socked away a record $712 million last year
The saved money, labeled “fund balances” on audits, was not spent during the 2023-24 school year and therefore carried over to this school year’s budget.
Middleton to ask patrons for $19.9 million bond to build an elementary school
Voters in Middleton have not passed a bond since 2008.
Charter support program helps school leaders right the ship
“There’s really not a great handbook for an administrator in this position,” Craig Gerard, executive director of Blackfoot Charter School, said.
Women at Work event inspires North Idaho women to explore trades
“It’s not a boy thing, it’s not a girl thing, it’s a cool thing,” said Katie Redman, operations manager at Buck Knives.
West Bonner pins hopes on $4.7 million two-year levy ask in May
If the levy fails, the district would be in dire straits.
Charter commission renews six schools; two Boise charters consider merging
Four renewed schools must comply with conditions.
NIC students withdraw vote of no confidence
Trustees must address the final remaining vote of no confidence from faculty to retain accreditation.
Accreditor puts NIC on year-long probation to resolve final issues
The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities found that NIC is in a “position to remedy remaining non-compliant issues” within one year.
No longer rivals: Rural charters partner with local school districts
“Looking at it through the lens of what’s best for kids, it will provide a great opportunity for those kids that it’s a good fit for,” said Twin Falls Superintendent Brady Dickinson.
West Bonner’s murky financial situation could lead to school closures
The district is behind on submitting audits and approving a May levy ask.