Emma Epperly
Charter commission allows virtual charter to open with 4 students enrolled
Executive director Rachel Burk said last week that Trailhead Virtual Academy has the green light because its education service provider signed an agreement taking on the financial risk.
Charter schools receive $3.6 million in early state payments
Idaho’s education department can provide upfront funding to help new and expanding programs cover startup costs, payroll and other expenses.
Professional Standards Commission restores public access to educator disciplinary hearings
EdNews had questioned the commission’s decision in June to move the hearings behind closed doors.
New schools set to open across Idaho
INSIDE: See where families will find more choices this fall, from elementary campuses to virtual learning.
Moscow weighs plan for new middle school, high school upgrades
Trustees are set to hold an Aug. 7 workshop to discuss running a bond or plant-facility levy this fall to pay for the projects.
Bluum seeks to help Idahoans access new federal scholarship tax credit
The program lets residents redirect up to $1,700 through approved organizations that fund educational opportunities.
Idaho’s average per-pupil spending edges up
INSIDE: See what your district spends and why funding varies so widely across the state.
Opening minds and hearts: Jerome Spanish teacher shares power of bilingualism
Cheryl Schleiss found her calling decades after falling in love with language. Now she’s helping fourth graders connect across cultures.
Lake Pend Oreille trustees vote to relocate alternative school
The decision was unanimous despite a packed meeting, repeated shouts from the crowd and a formal grievance.
Lakeland trustees cure alleged open meeting violation
Tustees have met 31 times so far in 2026, including 25 executive sessions.