Kevin Richert
College and the American dream: a panel discussion
On opposite ends of the continent, two very different universities have emphasized opening their doors to low-income and first-generation college students. What can other schools learn from them?
Officials brace for drop in reading scores with new test
State officials are concerned about perceptions — and the inevitable comparisons. They say the new test is significantly different than its predecessor, so it’s impossible to compare the results.
Before polls close, Durst goes scorched-earth
In a Tuesday evening Facebook post, Branden Durst calls himself the victim of “smear tactics” — and says his unsuccessful school board run was partially an attempt to identify “true friends and supporters” for future runs.
Episode 128: Fallout From This Week’s School Elections
Who were the winners and losers on a $207 million election day? Catch up here.
After a rough Election Day, Wilder faces new funding woes
One big question: how to maintain funding for special education, after voters rejected a five-year levy. “That money has to come from somewhere,” Superintendent Jeff Dillon said.
Estey appears to have fundraising edge in Boise trustee election
The Boise State University administrator has secured donations from two legislators, two Boise school trustees and a Boise City Council member.
Idaho Falls, Middleton bond issues fall short, again
It was a $207 million Election Day across the state. Voters approved less than $71 million in school ballot measures.
Advocates sound alarm over student homelessness
More than 7,800 Idaho students were homeless last school year — and advocates say the problem isn’t just confined to the rapidly growing Treasure Valley.
Higher education ‘deserts’ are widespread across the state
Up to a fifth of the state’s adults live at least an hour from a college campus, the Chronicle of Higher Education reported recently. That percentage is well above the national average.
Idaho State athletic director placed on administrative leave
Jeff Tingey will continue to receive his $150,467-a-year salary through June, the Idaho State Journal reported.